BA (Hons) in Events Management, Cardiff Metropolitan University

Cardiff,

36 Months

Check Eligibility

About this course

If you’re passionate about planning festivals, sports events, conferences, or weddings, this degree offers the skills, experience, and networking opportunities needed to succeed in the events industry. Based in Cardiff, a renowned events city, the course is industry-aligned and accredited by the Institute of Hospitality. You’ll master concepts like event design, staging, marketing, project management, safety, sustainability, and strategic planning. The curriculum emphasizes practical experience, with live projects, industry partnerships, and opportunities for work placements locally and abroad. The course also explores ethical issues facing the industry, preparing you as a responsible and strategic events manager.

Why this course is highly recommended

Cardiff's reputation as an international events city, combined with strong industry partnerships and practical learning through live projects, makes this course unique. Graduates benefit from extensive industry links, hands-on experience, and the chance to participate in high-profile events like concerts at Principality Stadium and major sporting tournaments. The program's accreditation and focus on current industry practices prepare students for a successful career in diverse sectors of the events industry.

Specialisation

This course includes pathways such as the BA (Hons) Events Management and a BA (Hons) Events Management with Internship. The latter allows you to gain industry experience through a year-long placement in the UK or abroad, working with companies like Disney, Hewlett Packard, and Greenwich Country Club.

Course fees

Application fees

1st year tuition fees

16.89L

Living cost

Degree requirements

Applicants typically need 96-112 UCAS tariff points, including five GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above, with English and Maths among them. English language proficiency requires an overall IELTS score of 6.0, with at least 5.5 in all elements. The course accepts a range of qualifications including A levels, BTEC, IB, and Scottish Highers, with specific grade requirements detailed in the admission guidelines.

English language test

DUOLINGO

PTE

TOEFL

IELTS

Career prospects

Graduates can look forward to careers in festivals, conferences, exhibitions, corporate events, sports management, sponsorship, and experiential marketing. Many alumni have secured roles in international venues, hotel chains, and event companies, working on high-profile events such as UEFA Champions League Final, Rugby World Cup, and political summits. Further study options include a Masters in Event Project Management and various other postgraduate courses.

FAQs

Can I study this course part-time?

While the program is primarily full-time, it can take up to 6 years if studying part-time.

Is work experience part of the course?

Yes, students can undertake industry placements, including a year-long internship with organizations like Disney or Hewlett Packard.