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Events Management (with Foundation Year)
- BA (Hons)
- 4 Years
- Full-time including foundation year
- 21/09/2026
- Undergraduate
- Docklands Campus
Course summary
Our BA Events Management degree will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to thrive in a vibrant industry that contributes an estimated £36 billion to the UK economy. The course is designed with your events career in mind; it is accredited by the Institute of Hospitality, ensuring you are well-prepared for events management jobs upon graduation.
You will:
learn just a few miles away from some of London's most famous events venues – including the Excel Centre, O2 Arena and the London Stadium
have access to some of the most exciting cultural pioneers in the world; and
benefit from events placements and guest lectures held with industry leaders across the capital.
A foundation year at the University of East London (UEL) is more than just an extra year—it’s your pathway to success. It helps you adjust to university life, build confidence, and develop essential skills for levels 4-6 of your chosen degree. With dedicated support, you’ll gain the knowledge needed to thrive in your studies and future career while becoming part of a supportive community.
Modules
Foundation Year:
Mental Wealth and Professional Fitness, Skills for Business Innovation and Enterprise, Business, Innovation and Enterprise Analytical Skills, Media and Communication Skills, The Service and Experience Sectors in Practice
Year 1:
Personal Skills for Hospitality, Events and Tourism (Mental Wealth), The Business Environment for Hospitality, Events and Tourism, Introduction to People, Organisations and Management, Understanding Hospitality, Event and Tourism Experiences, Service and Experience Marketing, The Event Industry: Concepts and Approaches
Year 2:
Principles of Event Theming and Design, Finance for Hospitality, Events and Tourism, Leadership in Hospitality, Events and Tourism, Professional Practice in Hospitality, Events and Tourism (Mental Wealth), Celebration, Ritual and Culture in the Events Industry, Professional Development in Practice - Internship (Optional), Food and Beverage Management (Optional), Hospitality Management and Service Delivery (Optional), Destination Marketing (Optional), Optional Placement (Optional)
Year 3:
Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Events (MICE), Sport and Event Tourism, Financial and Revenue Management, Research Project, Entrepreneurship and Innovation in the Experience Economy (Tourism, Hospitality & Events Industries), Exploring Professional Practice in Hospitality, Events and Tourism (Mental Wealth)
For more information about individual modules, please visit our course pages via the link below.
Assessment method
Year 1 - 100% coursework
Year 2 - 100% coursework
Year 3 - 100% coursework
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Docklands Campus
Study options
- BA (Hons) • Full-time including foundation year • 4 Years
Start dates
- 21/09/2026
Apply by
14 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- N809
- Institution code:
- E28
- Campus name:
- Docklands Campus
- Campus Code:
- A
- Points of Entry:
- Foundation
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How to apply
Apply by
14 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- N809
- Institution code:
- E28
- Campus name:
- Docklands Campus
- Campus Code:
- A
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
A level - CC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MM
For detailed information on entry requirements for our courses, please see the individual course pages. We consider a range of UK and worldwide qualifications at the appropriate level and also take relevant work experience into account when considering an application. Many courses have a Foundation Year option for those students whose qualifications do not meet the BA or BSc entry requirements.
Applicants should have, or be working towards, grade C in GCSE English and Mathematics (or equivalent Level 2 qualification such as Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Mathematics or Key Skills Level 2 in Application of Number and Communication)
Entry requirements are intended only as a guide for applicants. They are not a guarantee of an offer, nor of the conditions that may apply. When making a decision on your academic suitability, we will make an assessment of you as an individual and will use information other than qualifications; which may include predicted grades, performance at Level 2, relevant work experience, previous study at degree level, personal statement, references and any portfolio, written test or interview, to make our decision.
If you have any questions, please contact a member of our Applicant Relations Team from Monday to Friday (9am–5pm) on +44 (0) 20 8223 3333 or https://uel.ac.uk/about/contact-us
Contextual admissions
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As an inclusive university, we're proud to welcome students of all backgrounds and all ages. Mature students (over the age of 21) make up almost half of our undergraduate population. The University takes into account non-academic factors when making decisions and confirming your place for Results Day. If you have life or work experience that is relevant to your course, and can demonstrate your commitment to study, we can equip you to succeed.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| International | £15560 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
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Docklands Campus
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E16 2RD
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Course contact details
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Phone:0208 223 3333
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