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Events Management at Leeds Beckett University - UCAS

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Leeds Beckett University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Course summary

THIS COURSE IS AVAILABLE TO STUDY OVER THREE YEARS OR FOUR YEARS IF YOU CHOOSE TO DO AN OPTIONAL PLACEMENT YEAR Curiosity creates unforgettable experiences. At Leeds Beckett, you’ll explore how events spark ideas, influence change, and connect communities worldwide. Create unforgettable experiences The UK Events Industry is a global powerhouse — and you can be part of it. Our dynamic events management degree puts you at the heart of this fast-moving world. From muddy green fields to luxury red carpets, and spectacles that entertain the nation, you’ll learn how to plan, promote, and produce unforgettable event experiences. You’ll discover what it takes to bring people together – whether it’s managing a festival site, coordinating a high-profile awards ceremony, or delivering a major sporting event On this course, you’ll learn from academic experts with real industry experience. With our creative, hands-on approach to teaching and assessment, you won’t just study events — you’ll design and deliver them. As part of this course, you’ll:

  • Create, manage, and evaluate events from the first idea to the final experience
  • Discover how events shape communities, cultures, and global connections
  • Learn to lead teams, work with suppliers, and meet licensing and safety requirements
  • Choose your own career path — from festivals and music events to corporate or community projects and sports events
  • Explore the big issues shaping the future of events, like sustainability and innovation
  • Develop the know-how to run your own events business
By the time you graduate, you’ll leave with professional skills, confidence, and a network of valuable industry contacts to launch your career. If you’re ready to shape the future of live experiences, this is where your journey begins. Find out more Career ready This is a hands-on, career-focused course that prepares you for success from day one. You’ll build strong business and management skills that apply far beyond the events industry. This includes working on real projects with major partners such as Sparq Productions, Leeds International Festival of Ideas, and venues such as the First Direct Bank Arena, and Harrogate Convention Centre. Guided by experienced lecturers with deep industry links, you’ll gain the confidence, creativity, and professionalism employers are looking for. A thriving community Based in Leeds — one of the UK’s most exciting cities for events and live productions — and Voted #1 student city in the UK, StudentCrowd ranks Leeds above all other student cities thanks to great scores across student life, cost of living, eating out, nightlife, shopping, and public transport. Five-star learning Experience a course that’s recognised among the very best in the world. Our university holds a prestigious five-star rating for Hospitality & Leisure Management from QS, the global benchmark for higher education excellence. We’re also ranked among the top 100 institutions worldwide for this subject. Connect with industry Build your network and confidence through industry conferences, LinkedIn masterclasses, volunteering opportunities, and exclusive guest speaker sessions. Meet and learn from experts shaping today’s events scene — and start building the contacts that could launch your career. Why study the Events Management course at Leeds Beckett University?
  • 100% of students were positive that BA (Hons) Events Management developed their knowledge and skills for the future*
  • We're ranked 4th in the UK for Hospitality, Event Management & Tourism**
  • We've been named Joint Winners for Best University or College Events Course***
  • Develop your professional network through site visits, partnerships, industry conferences and guest lectures
  • Exceptional placement year and placement opportunities
*National Student Survey 2025 **The Guardian University Guide 2026 ***National Outdoor Events Association (NOEA) Annual Awards 2024

Modules

Year 1 Core Modules:

  • Professional Event Practice 1
  • Event Planning
  • Creative Event Marketing
  • Finance & Revenue Management
  • Staging Safe Events
Year 2 Core Modules:
  • Professional Event Practice 2
  • Event Law
  • Leadership & Talent Management
  • Experience Design
  • Event Production
In addition, choose from a list of Year 2 option modules. Please check our website for a full and up-to-date list. Year 3 Core Modules:
  • Consultancy Project
  • Event Lab
  • Strategic Management for Events
In addition, choose from a list of Year 3 option modules. Please check our website for a full and up-to-date list.

How to apply

14Jan

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

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Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

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Events Management at Leeds Beckett University - UCAS