BA (Hons) Events Festivals and Venue Management with Foundation Year

This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the events, festivals, and venue management industries. Students will learn how to plan, manage, and execute successful events, as well as understand the legal and logistical aspects of festival organization. The foundation year provides an opportunity for students to develop their study skills and prepare for the rigors of university-level coursework. Graduates of this program are well-equipped to pursue careers in event planning, festival management, and venue operations.

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Our course is tailored to meet the needs of students who are interested in pursuing a career in events, festivals, or venue management. We offer a variety of modules that cover topics such as event design and delivery, marketing and promotion, logistics and operations, and festival and event management. Our experienced faculty have extensive industry experience and are dedicated to providing our students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in this exciting field.

Experience the Best of Events and Festivals Management at Buckinghamshire New University

Buckinghamshire New University offers a unique opportunity for students to gain practical experience through internships and work placements. This provides valuable real-world experience that can help our graduates stand out in a competitive job market. Our location in the heart of England also provides easy access to a wide range of event and festival venues, offering students a wealth of opportunities to learn from industry professionals and gain hands-on experience.

This course is offered as a four-year program, including an initial Foundation Year. The Foundation Year will allow you to develop your academic study skills and build confidence in your abilities, identifying your own strengths and development needs for progression onto an undergraduate degree. This innovative degree provides you with the skills and inside knowledge needed to work in event management. During this course, youll combine theory with practical work elements and gain a broad understanding of how events are planned, marketed, developed, and run. Well also give you a firm understanding of the music and live event business. You'll learn about the unique nature of working in music event management and look at a number of entrepreneurial approaches to the music business. You will also spend time exploring the social and cultural factors that affect the production and consumption of popular music.

Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements for our three-year programs, or those who do not feel fully prepared for first-year entry, can be considered for the four-year program including a foundation year. Applicants to these will have typically achieved between 32-56 UCAS tariff points.