Course summary
This course will prepare you for an exciting career in live experience and entertainment by introducing you to the technical, design and management areas of live events. In your first year, you’ll gain a strong understanding across a range of technical, creative and production management disciplines. In the second year, you will choose two subject areas to focus on. With four distinct pathways for you to choose from, you can choose to specialise in the following areas:
- Lighting for live events
- Live sound
- Live visuals
- Event business
Assessment method
Assessment is by portfolio, group practical, presentation and (where appropriate) a supporting piece of work relevant to the module. All assessments are based around you evidencing your skills and experience, reflecting upon how you are developing both professionally and personally and are a useful tool for you to set goals and targets. You will also be expected to research methods and practices that are not covered in the module, and to relate and compare these to your learning. Other work relevant to the module might include a stage design and layout, a festival event plan or perhaps a lighting design and visualisation.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
29Jan
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.
Application codes
- Course code:
- N820
- Institution code:
- B05
- Campus name:
- Academy of Live Technology
- Campus code:
- A
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
We accept international students. Applications are welcomed through UCAS.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 32 points
A level - C - EE
Access to HE Diploma - P: 45 credits
Scottish Higher - C - CD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - PP
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - PP
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 24 points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Additional entry requirements
Interview
All applicants are invited to interview.
English language requirements
GCSE English is required at Grade 4 / C or above Functional Skills English - Pass at level 2 International undergraduate English IELTS 6.0 International postgraduate English IELTS 6.5
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Channel Islands | £9275 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9275 | Year 1 |
| England | £9275 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9275 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9275 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9275 | Year 1 |
| EU | £20000 | Year 1 |
| International | £20000 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Personal computer and software
Personal protective equipment (please note, steel toe capped boots, Hi Vis jackets, gloves and hard hats are compulsory for practical sessions)
Personal toolkit
Sponsorship information
As part of our commitment to access and widening participation, we offer a range of bursary and additional financial support for prospective students. There is also a hardship fund available to eligible students who experience financial crisis. To find out more, please contact us on 01977 659880 or email [email protected]
Provider information
Academy of Live Technology
Unit 53
Laugthwaite Business Park
South Kirby, Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF9 3NR