Events and International Festivals Management
University of Wales Trinity Saint DavidEvents and International Festivals Management DipHE is an undergraduate degree at University of Wales Trinity Saint David, based in Swansea, taught full-time over 2 years. Graduates earn £25,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Entry requires around 44 UCAS points.
UCAS Points
44 points
Typical offer · UCAS
Avg. Graduate Salary
£25,000
15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni
About this course
Our Events and International Festivals Management Diploma of Higher Education (DipHE) offers an engaging blend of academic and practical experience, designed to help you build core skills and knowledge for a successful career in the events industry.
This two-year program focuses on essential elements of event management, with courses covering Festivals, Sports Events, Conferences, Weddings, and more. Through this curriculum, you’ll develop a solid understanding of event operations and gain insights into how to work creatively and effectively in a variety of event contexts.
You will explore key topics such as event impacts and legacies, stakeholder engagement, event scoping and planning, funding, and marketing. These courses provide the foundational skills needed to manage events with confidence and to navigate the global events industry. The program also covers sustainability issues in events, equipping you to incorporate responsible practices in your work.
The course is assessed entirely through coursework, with a focus on hands-on and industry-based assignments. You’ll gain practical experience in areas like event planning and production, event marketing, project management, and safety and licensing regulations, preparing you to apply your skills directly in the field.
By the end of this diploma program, you’ll be ready to enter the event management industry with a solid foundation in event finance, community engagement, and the essential skills to support local and international events. This DipHE is ideal for those passionate about events and eager to start a career in this dynamic field.
Entry Requirements
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Diploma of Higher Education - DipHE
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 2 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Swansea
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Hospitality, leisure, and tourism, Events management
- Avg. Graduate Salary
- £25,000
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ