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Events Management at University of the West of Scotland - UCAS

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2024 - 20252026 - 2027
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This course is not open to application until the 13th May 2025.

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14May
UWS Campus Visits - Ayr
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14May
UWS Campus Visits - Lanarkshire
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14May
UWS Campus Visits - Paisley
Undergraduate

Course summary

Fancy learning about the important role events have in society and the skills required to plan and stage events to run like clockwork? Then our BA Events Management programme is designed to take your knowledge and skills to the next level. You’ll learn about managing projects, budgets and risk management and other operational skills needed to stage events and will develop your understanding of the important role that events have in communities at a local national and international level. Experience ways that events can be managed to achieve sustainability goals and have a positive impact on society. With close industry partnerships and regular guest lectures from events professionals, the content delivered on this programme aims to provide you with insight and experience of best practice across a range of events sectors, including business events, conferences, sports, music and a range of community festivals. Programme Highlights Volunteering and work-related opportunities are offered throughout the programme to help you develop practical skills and learn from professionals Events management techniques from a variety of different sectors are studied to provide you with relevant skills sought after by employers. Unique to the BA Events Management programme, the Festival Curriculum is designed to bring students from different years together to plan and stage your own live event project. Industry links and guest lectures from experienced professionals ensure teaching and assessments remains up-to-date and relevant. Programme Details The programme initially focuses on the development of operational and managerial skills across a range of events industry sectors, including project management, legislation and risk management – all essential skills for the professional events manager. You’ll gain in-depth knowledge and practical experience of event management processes through volunteering activities and working with other students on staging a live event as part of the Festival Curriculum. Gaining insight into consumers and their behaviour is an important part of the programme at all levels. The final years look to global aspects, the future and advances in the events industry. Further specialised study includes the comparison of international events issues and analysis of event impacts in a global context. Careers From conference management and organising product launches, to running charity fundraising events, the BA (Hons) Events Management programme will open up a range of exciting career paths. Graduates from this programme have gone on to secure positions in venues including the OVO Hydro, conference and convention centres, sports facilities, including Ibrox, Parkhead and Hampden, and worked as part of large scale events like the Commonwealth Games, the Olympics and various fundraising and event roles for charities.

Modules

Year 1 This is the foundation year where you will be introduced to a range of subjects relating to the wider context of business management including marketing, finance and managing people. In addition to the core events management specific module Discovering Live Events, you also have the option to tailor your studies through a range of option modules including tourism and enterprise. Year 2 This is the planning and operational year for Events Management. Knowledge and understanding of event planning, consumer behaviour and their impacts on society is expanded through staging a live event. Year 3 This year focuses on management and experiences for events. You will develop specialised knowledge of events management in a broad range of contexts including business events, conferences, sporting events, and the live music scene. As well as gaining insights into the psychological aspects of the event experience you will learn how to manage resources and develop relationships with sponsors and stakeholders. This year will also involve developing research skills and knowledge in preparation for the final year. Year 4 This year looks to global aspects, the future, and advances in the events industry. In this Honours year you will complete an events-based dissertation. Further specialised study takes strategic view of event policy and global trends.

Assessment method

You will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials and workshops.  You will also have the opportunity to take part in group work and independent learning to develop your transferable skills such as research, presentation, communication and working as part of a team.  Our Events Management degree is assessed using a variety of assessment methods including:  Written examinations  Coursework  Practical assessment

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

This course is not open to application until the 13th May 2025.

15Jan

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:
U40
Campus name:
Paisley Campus
Campus code:
P

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 4

International applicants

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level. These are shown below.

Entry requirements

Standard Qualification Requirements

Minimum Qualification Requirements

This course is only available for Year 4 entry. Applicants should hold the equivalent of an Ordinary degree in a relevant field. All applications will be subject to individual review by the programme leader.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 minimum in each skill / component.
Cambridge English Advanced176 overall with no sub-test less than 169
Cambridge English Proficiency176 overall with no sub-test less than 169
Trinity ISEPassISEII with the minimum of a Pass in all sub-tests
PTE Academic54An overall score of 54 with no element below 51
TOEFL (iBT)78no sub-test less than: Reading: 17; Listening: 17; Speaking: 17; Writing: 17

For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level. The reason for this is that it’s essential that you are able to read, speak and understand the English language to get the most out of your time at UWS. All international applicants are required to meet minimum English language standards, with the exception of: // Native speakers of English // Erasmus students (unless advised otherwise) // non-Erasmus students from EU partner institutions (your institution must provide confirmation of your English language ability in the absence of a formal qualification) The qualifications above must have been gained within two years prior to the start of your course at UWS.

UWS's English language requirements

https://www.uws.ac.uk/international/english-language-requirements/

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Scotland £1820* Year 1
England £9535* Year 1
Northern Ireland £9535* Year 1
Wales £9535* Year 1
Channel Islands £9535* Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9535* Year 1
EU £15500* Year 1
International £15500* Year 1

*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

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

TUITION FEE INFORMATION - SCOTTISH STUDENTS: Eligible Scottish domiciled students can usually apply to have their tuition fees paid for them each year of their studies by the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS). If you're not sure about your eligibility, you should contact SAAS. You need to apply to SAAS each year of study to have your tuition fees paid directly to UWS. TUITION FEE INFORMATION - UK, IRISH & GIBRALTARIAN STUDENTS: Eligible students who are domiciled in England, Wales, or Northern Ireland as well as from the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man, Gibraltar or the Republic of Ireland will qualify for tuition fees of £9,250 per academic session of study to a maximum of three years if you are studying on a four year bachelor degree course (eg. BAcc (Hons) / BA (Hons) / BEng (Hons) / BSc (Hons)). So, if your degree is four years' duration, you will only be charged tuition fees for three years. Similarly, if you are studying a five year integrated master's degree course (eg. MEng (Hons)) the you will only be charged tuition fees for four years. TUITION FEE INFORMATION - INTERNATIONAL (NON-EU) & EU STUDENTS: These tuition fees apply to all non-EU, EEA, and all other EU students (excluding those from Republic of Ireland and Gibraltar, whose fee level is as per UK (non-Scottish) students - see section above for more details). ADDITIONAL COSTS: The cost of attending university is an investment in your future career. In addition to tuition fees and living expenses, some courses involve extra costs such as consumable study materials, field trips, equipment and uniforms. You may also want to purchase some core texts and technology such as a new laptop etc. Some of these additional costs are optional, some, such as uniforms or safety equipment may be mandatory. Check the course entry on our website for more more information.

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Events Management at University of the West of Scotland - UCAS