Events Management (Joint Honours) BA/BSc

Overview Updated 17/01/2019
Our Events Management Joint Honours course offers a practical approach to the successful management of a wide range of events. Experiences are at the heart of this degree course, so you will have the opportunity plan and deliver an event every year. There are numerous opportunities to engage in work placements, project work and to network with successful events businesses.
We will support you to achieve your career and study ambitions, which is why if you complete our Employability Plus Gold programme or Changemaker Gold certificate alongside your studies and if you haven’t secured full-time employment 12 months after graduating* we will secure a three – six month paid internship for you, or support you into postgraduate study.
*with a 2:2 degree classification or higher
Course
Highlights
- Optional work placement year
- Networking opportunities with industry professionals
- Flexible work placements
- Guaranteed paid internship with the Northampton Employment Promise.
HP Laptop and software included with this course.

Additional
Information
Optional Study Trips
As a student on this course you will have the opportunity to join our study trip to the London Olympic sites where you will have tours of the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and Wimbledon as well as the opportunity to go down the ArcelorMittal Orbit slide. We also run an annual international study trip. Past destinations have included Istanbul, Poland and Barcelona. The study trip is optional and the cost in previous years has not exceeded £400 for flights, accommodation and local visits. You will need to allow an additional £200 for your expenses.
Course Details
Throughout this course you will learn the principles and theoretical frameworks related to events management and how to apply this theory in practice. You will cover the following course themes: logistics and operations management, risk management, health and safety, strategy, finance, event communications, project management, sustainability, economic and social impacts of events.
Our experienced teaching staff combine the academic aspects of the course with their own professional backgrounds in the events industry. You will gain a broad understanding of the core business knowledge needed in the sector which is supported by regular guest speakers from industry. The course offers a wide range of options to suit a variety of interests and aspirations.

Contacts
Course enquiries
study@northampton.ac.uk
Application status enquiries
admissions2019@northampton.ac.uk
Current student enquiries
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International student enquiries
international@northampton.ac.uk
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Applying for 2019
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International: +44 (0)1604 894503
Entry Requirements
Standard entry requirements apply to this course. A typical offer is around BCC at A Level or DMM at BTEC.
For more more information on how to make an application, please visit our How to Apply page.
If you are an International student and would like information on making an application, please see our How to Apply page.
English Language Requirements
All International and EU students applying for a course with us must meet the following minimum English language requirements:
- IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5.5 in all bands
for study at undergraduate level
For information regarding English language requirements at the University, please see our IELTS page.

Course Content
You will develop a more professional approach to events management, and gain a broad understanding of the core business knowledge needed in the Events industry. You will have the chance to plan, organise and deliver a small-scale event on campus in order to gain valuable hands-on experience. Between stage one and two you will have the option to study a short work placement module, enabling you to gain academic credit for a summer internship.
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Event Logistics (20 Credits)
Module code: LEI1005Core Module Y
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The Events Industry (20 Credits)
Module code: LEI1006Core Module Y
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Introduction to Marketing Communications (20 Credits)
Module code: MKT1002Core Module Y
Facilities &
Special Features
- Many students choose to undertake work placements of around four or five months’ duration in the summer break or work on internships a couple of days each week. In between stage one and two you can complete a module which provides you with academic credit for this work experience.
- We are building a student community and encouraging cross-year collaboration. Many first and second year students will volunteer to work at the final year student events. There is a Facebook page, for both current students and alumni, to encourage collaboration between all.
- We invite industry professionals to provide you with their insight and experience as guest speakers, as well as involving them in your live client projects and allowing you to present your event ideas to them as external clients. This experience allows you to fully prepare for your career after graduation and allows you to make valuable business contacts.

Fees & Funding
2019/20 Tuition Fees
Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 19/20 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.
Full Time: £9,250
Part Time: £1,400 per 20 credit module
Optional Work Placement Year: £950
2018/19 Tuition Fees
Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 18/19 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.
Full Time: £9,250
Part Time: £1,350 per 20 credit module
Optional Work Placement Year: £900
Please note that tuition fees for EU students will remain the same as UK fees for 2018/19. For more information, please visit the Gov UK website.
2019/20 Tuition Fees
Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 19/20 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.
Full Time: £12,500
Optional Work Placement Year: £950
For more information on our international tuition fees, please see our Tuition fees for international students page.
For information on the scholarships available to you as an international student, please see our International scholarships page.
2018/19 Tuition Fees
Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 18/19 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.
Full Time: £12,000
Optional Work Placement Year: £900
Scholarships
EU and International Scholarships
A merit based scholarship of up to 30% or a £3,000 reduction in the cost of tuition fees for eligible students.
Sir Thomas White Scholarship
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The Chancellor's Fund
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Wilson Endowment Scholarship
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Joint Honours Study
We offer so many courses, it can be hard to choose just one. With a Joint Honours degree, you can study two courses, whether they are closely related or completely different. Depending on how much time you want to spend on each subject, your degree may emphasise one subject more than the other, which is a major and minor programme. Alternatively, you can study your subjects equally, resulting in a joint degree.
If you choose to study a Events Management as a Joint Honours degree you can study a flexible course that suits your interests and gives you the opportunity to consider your future career and potential further study.
Visit our Joint Honours page to find out more information about what Joint Honours courses we have available.
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Updated 17/01/2019
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