Alongside the huge growth in the event industry over the past few years there has been a quiet revolution in the way that all aspects of an event is produced and managed.

The introduction of new technologies at every stage is not only improving the way in which events are marketed and promoted but also I the quality of the production and management of the event.

As a result there is now a demand for new technical skills and expertise from the events industry. This course aims to develop these technical skills along with an appreciation of all aspects of the management of an event and has been developed closely with our industry partners. The course follows a specialist pathway extending from our core Events and Festival Programme. 

The BSc (Hons) Event and Festival Technology will prepare you with the skills and knowledge required to work within the event and festival industry.

Programme aims:

Both practical and academic, this programme has been developed through extensive consultation with industry professionals, focusing on trends shaping the event and festival industry today, with particular emphasis on technology and developments both with suppliers and users.

Every other year we hold an international safety conference for industry professionals and much of their work is included when reviewing the course. In addition to this, you will be asked their thoughts twice a year and changes are made where needed. Undertaking both aspects of this greatly enhances your employability.

You will have the opportunity of engaging with world leading industry experts with extensive track records both in the field and in the lecture room. Some of our industry partners also include Plasa and UK Festival Awards. 

From the very start of this degree, you are linked to a charity and deliver events. Later in the programme you will gain experience, you are assessed delivery events, with a much larger event in the second year. 

Modules: 

Year One:

• Introduction to Event Management & Venues
• Event Industry Framework
• Introduction to Marketing
• Introduction to Event Technology
• Marketing & PR for events
• Event Rights & Merchandising
• Contemporary Event Management 

Year Two:

• eCommerce in the Event Industry
• Logistics for Events & Festivals
• Event Management
• Research Methods

Year Three:

• Business & Enterprise for Events
• Event Safety
• Dissertation
• Event Technology Future Developments
• Event Strategy.