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Falmouth University

Falmouth Cornwall , England ,United Kingdom

Creative Events Management BA(Hons)

Our academic team are experienced practitioners, with broad industry backgrounds, who will teach you how to work collaboratively and take a creative approach to organising events, from cutting-edge fashion experiences and music festivals to weddings and corporate product launches.

You will:

  • Organise at least four live events over the three year course.
  • Be involved in industry events, and take part in workshops with organisations such as A Greener Festival and Bestival.
  • Take regular micro-placements throughout the course, with previous destinations ranging from Cornwall to California.
  • Explore the future of sustainable and digital event management.
  • Be supported to develop creative approaches and specialise in an area that you are passionate about.
  • Be part of a course with 94% student satisfaction on the 2019 National Student Survey.

Campus Information

Penryn Campus

Standing proud above Penryn town and just a short hop away from the vibrant community of Falmouth, Penryn Campus’s architectural innovation, outstanding facilities and state-of-the-art technology make it the ideal place to ignite your academic fire. Playing host to courses covering a spectrum of disciplines, from design and media to performance and writing, Penryn Campus sees students and staff gather to think, work, create and share – a collaborative melting pot of ideas and opportunities which are sure to challenge and inspire. The Stannary is one of the county’s largest live events venues, welcoming a diverse range of musicians, DJs and pulsating club nights all through the year.

Intakes

  • Jan
  • Sep

Application Processing Time in Days: 30

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

On completion of this distinctive course, you’ll emerge with a wide range of valuable skills needed for work in the dynamic event sector. You’ll have the expertise for the following diverse range of roles: 

  • Event Management Organisations 
  • Venue Operators 
  • Corporate Organisations 
  • Marketing Agencies 
  • Public Agencies and Local Authorities 
  • The Creative Industries sector 
  • Tourist Attractions & Destinations 
  • The Weddings & Hospitality Sector 

Recent graduates have worked within the following roles: 

  • Event Manager 
  • Digital Marketing Officer 
  • Campaign Consultant 
  • Assistant Agent 
  • Peer Learning Officer 
  • Studio Manager 
  • Wedding Organiser 
  • Resilience Manager 

PSW Opportunity

  • 2 Years PSW is applicable after completing a minimum duration of 9 months course (like- Undergraduate, Postgraduate Level)
  • 3 Years PSW is applicable after completing PhD level courses.

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Undergraduate - BA(Hons) and BSc(Hons)

Academic requirements

Standard Year XII:

CBSE (Central Board of Secondary Education) 60%

ISCE (Indian Certificate secondary education) 60%

SSC (Senior School Certificate) 60%

ISC (Indian School Certificate) 60%

IB Diploma or IB Certificate with minimum 24 points

A-levels - typically 104-120 UCAS points

Recognised Foundation Diploma

BULATS

Undergraduate - 70

Cambridge English Scale

Undergraduate - 169

European Baccalaureate

A minimum grade of 7.0 in Advanced English Language 2 or a minimum grade of 7.5 in Advanced English Language 3.

International Baccalaureate (IB)

A minimum of 5 in standard level English or 4 in Higher Level English

IELTS

Undergraduate - 6.0 with a minimum 5.5 in each skill

PTE Academic

Undergraduate - Pearson Academic 55 (minimum 51 in all four components)