BA (Hons) Events Management Top-up

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants should have completed their secondary education with a minimum of 65% or above in their relevant qualifications or equivalent grades.

English Language Proficiency: 

• IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.0, with no less than 5.5 in each component.
• TOEFL (iBT): A minimum score of 72, with no less than 17 in each section.
• PTE Academic: A minimum score of 51, with no less than 51 in each communicative skill.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

It is important to note that entry requirements may vary across different programs and courses. Additionally, meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as the number of available places and competition for certain courses.

University College Birmingham (UCB) recognizes the importance of providing financial assistance to international students to support their educational journey.

Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship: This prestigious scholarship is awarded to exceptional international students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievements and potential. The scholarship covers a portion of the tuition fees and is available for both undergraduate and postgraduate students.

International Scholarship: UCB offers a range of international scholarships to high-achieving international students. These scholarships are merit-based and can provide partial tuition fee waivers. The eligibility criteria may vary, and students are encouraged to check the specific requirements for each scholarship.

Country-Specific Scholarships: UCB offers scholarships specifically tailored to students from certain countries or regions. These scholarships aim to attract talented students from specific countries and provide financial support to help them pursue their studies at UCB. The eligibility criteria and benefits may vary depending on the scholarship.

Sports Scholarships: UCB offers sports scholarships to talented international athletes who have achieved excellence in their respective sports. These scholarships provide support for sports-related expenses, including training, equipment, and competition fees.

It's important to note that scholarship availability, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines may vary from year to year.

Graduates of the BA (Hons) Events Management Top-up program from University College Birmingham (UCB) have a wide range of exciting career opportunities in the dynamic and fast-paced events industry. With a combination of theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and industry experience gained through internships or work placements, graduates are well-prepared to pursue diverse roles in event planning, management, and coordination.

Event Coordinator/Manager: One of the most common career paths for graduates is to work as event coordinators or managers, responsible for planning, organizing, and executing events of various types and sizes. Event coordinators work with clients to understand their requirements, develop event concepts and themes, coordinate logistics such as venue selection, catering, and entertainment, and oversee event execution to ensure a seamless and memorable experience for attendees. Event managers may work for event agencies, corporate organizations, non-profit organizations, or government bodies, managing events such as conferences, exhibitions, festivals, and corporate meetings.

Wedding Planner: Graduates with a passion for creating memorable experiences may pursue careers as wedding planners, helping couples plan and organize their dream weddings. Wedding planners work closely with clients to understand their vision and preferences, recommend vendors and suppliers, manage budgets and timelines, and coordinate all aspects of the wedding day to ensure a flawless and stress-free experience for the couple and their guests. Wedding planners may work independently or for wedding planning firms, hotels, or resorts specializing in wedding events.

Event Marketing Specialist: Another career option for graduates is to work as event marketing specialists, responsible for promoting and marketing events to attract attendees and generate interest and excitement. Event marketing specialists develop marketing strategies and campaigns, create promotional materials such as flyers, posters, and social media posts, and utilize digital marketing channels to reach target audiences. They may also collaborate with media partners, influencers, and sponsors to maximize event visibility and attendance. Event marketing specialists may work for event agencies, marketing firms, or in-house marketing departments of companies and organizations.

Festival Organizer/Coordinator: Graduates with a passion for music, arts, and culture may pursue careers as festival organizers or coordinators, responsible for planning and managing music festivals, cultural festivals, food festivals, and other large-scale events. Festival organizers work with artists, vendors, sponsors, and local authorities to secure performers, plan logistics, obtain permits, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. They may also oversee ticketing, marketing, and promotional activities to attract attendees and create memorable experiences for festival-goers.

Corporate Events Manager: Graduates may also pursue careers as corporate events managers, responsible for planning and coordinating events such as conferences, seminars, product launches, and corporate meetings for businesses and organizations. Corporate events managers work closely with corporate clients to understand their objectives and requirements, develop event concepts and agendas, coordinate logistics such as venue selection, audiovisual equipment, and catering, and manage event execution to achieve desired outcomes. They may work for event agencies, hotels, convention centers, or in-house event teams of corporate organizations.