BSc (Hons) Events Management

This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the events management industry, including event planning, marketing and promotion, logistics and operations, and financial management. Students will learn how to plan and manage events from concept to delivery, including budgeting, venue selection, and risk management. The course also covers the legal and ethical considerations of events management, as well as the role of technology in event planning. Through a combination of theoretical and practical learning, students will gain the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in this exciting and dynamic industry.

Additional Information

Students on this course will have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including a dedicated events management laboratory and the opportunity to work on real-world event projects. The course is taught by experienced industry professionals and academics, providing students with a unique blend of practical experience and theoretical knowledge. Graduates of this course are well-prepared to pursue careers in events management, including festival and event production, venue management, and marketing and promotion.

Discover the Perfect Blend of Practical Experience and Theoretical Knowledge at Canterbury Christ Church University

Canterbury Christ Church University is an excellent choice for students interested in events management due to its strong reputation for producing graduates who are highly sought after by the industry. The university's location in Canterbury provides easy access to a range of event venues and opportunities, as well as a rich cultural heritage that offers endless possibilities for event planning. The university's commitment to experiential learning means that students will have the opportunity to gain practical experience through real-world event projects, giving them an edge in the job market.

The UK’s growing events industry has created a demand for qualified professionals. As well as developing your analytical and critical skills and knowledge of current trends, the course will give you hands-on experience in pitching and delivering events. From bookkeeping to project management, this course will give you the knowledge and skills needed to pursue a career in the events industry.

Opportunities also include an international field trip in your first year, and the ability to learn a language alongside your studies

We have performed well for student satisfaction in the latest National Student Survey with 92% of our students satisfied overall with their course. Our course equips you for employment in this ever-expanding sector and you will be taught by a qualified and dynamic team of research-active staff.

This degree is highly relevant to the creative industries, including arts, sports, music, and conference management, enhancing the range of employment opportunities available to graduates. The degree is related to courses to that enable students to capitalize on the breadth of expertise and research available. Events graduates have gained places on national graduate placement schemes and secured employment in public and private sector events management roles. Our graduates have become events coordinators and managers at different venues or hotels.

A Levels: BBC

BTEC: DMM

Access: 15 Distinctions and 30 Merits 

International Baccalaureate: 29 Points

Combinations: A combination of qualifications totaling 112 UCAS points

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.