The events industry is one of the fastest growing industries in the world. From extreme sports to the opera, charity fundraising to sales promotions, political conferences to protest rallies, major international events to locally held festivals, events play a major role in the calendar for most organisations and destinations.
Our events courses
We offer events courses at honours degree and postgraduate level. We focus on providing students with the skills to manage, market and run their own successful events or work within an events company. There is an increasing demand from employers for graduates with an understanding of the unique dynamics of the industry.
Postgraduate courses are also available.
Late year entry: Students with appropriate qualifications can gain access to year two of our courses. Advice on late year entry.
Key skills include:
- Event marketing
- Event operations
- Event Planning
- Principles of management
- All round knowledge of the International events industry
Course leader for Events at the School of Service Management, Michael Williams talks about the course, the school and the benefits of studying for a undergraduate degree in Event Management at the University of Brighton.
Professional and industry links
Our courses are closely linked to industry with members of academic staff having gained industrial experience in their fields before moving in to education, and there is emphasis on students being able to apply academic theory in practical situations.
Placements
Students have the opportunity to get hands-on experience by taking a paid work placement year between years two and three within the events industry. The placement will give you the opportunity to use practical skills, gain hands-on experience and make industry contacts.
Graduate outcomes
Opportunities span the public, private, and not-for-profit sectors, and graduates will be well equipped to embark on exciting and rewarding careers in the event industry.
