Events and International Festivals Management

University of Wales Trinity Saint David
Undergraduate DipHE Full-time 2 Years Hospitality, leisure, and tourismEvents management

UCAS Points

44 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£25,000

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

UCAS Tariff Points 44 points

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

1225 Travel agency managers and proprietors
1221 Hotel and accommodation managers and proprietors
6250 Bed and breakfast and guest house owners and proprietors
6213 Air travel assistants

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