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1 Year On Campus Bachelors Program
Sheffield Hallam UniversityThe BA (Honours) Festival and Entertainment Management (1-year top-up) at Sheffield Hallam University is a dynamic program designed for individuals who have completed a foundation degree or equivalent and wish to elevate their expertise in the vibrant world of festivals and entertainment. This intensive course focuses on the strategic, operational, and creative aspects of managing large-scale events, festivals, and entertainment venues.
Curriculum Structure:
The curriculum is structured to provide a comprehensive understanding of the festival and entertainment industry:
Year 1 (Top-Up Year): This final year builds upon prior learning and focuses on advanced topics such as strategic experience design, festival and entertainment consultancy, and the role of multi-purpose leisure and sporting venues. Students engage in hands-on learning through live consultancy projects, workshops, and seminars, allowing them to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios.
Sheffield Hallam University emphasizes practical experience to enhance learning:
Live Consultancy Projects: Students collaborate with industry professionals on live projects, gaining insights into the challenges and solutions within the festival and entertainment sector.
Workshops and Seminars: Interactive sessions with guest speakers from the industry provide students with current trends and best practices.
Independent Study and Group Work: Encourages self-directed learning and teamwork, essential skills in the event management field.
Graduates of this program are well-equipped to pursue various career paths in the festival and entertainment industry:
Career Opportunities: Roles in event coordination, festival management, entertainment venue operations, and consultancy.
Further Studies: Opportunities to pursue postgraduate programs in related fields to specialize further or shift focus within the broader entertainment industry.
Employability:
The program is designed to enhance employability by:
Industry-Relevant Skills: Equipping students with the necessary skills to succeed in the competitive festival and entertainment sector.
Professional Networking: Opportunities to connect with industry professionals through events and projects, facilitating career advancement.
IELTS - Overall score of 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in each band.TOEFL - Overall: 79 Listening: 17 Speaking: 20 Reading: 18 Writing: 17Entry requirements: All students must have normally one from: A HND or foundation degree in a relevant subject, with an overall merit profile from year two modules. OR Equivalent qualification in a relevant subject.A thoughtful narrative (via UCAS or direct application) outlining your interest, skills, and aspirations in tourism and hospitality At least one reference (usually from a teacher or mentor), submitted through UCAS or via provided formsEvent managerFestival coordinatorEntertainment venue managerConcert promoterEvent marketing specialistProduction assistantSponsorship and partnership managerArts administratorConference and exhibition managerLive entertainment consultantTalent coordinatorHospitality and events officerCommunity arts organizerEvent operations managerCreative project manager
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