Events Management with Foundation Year

93% of our students were satisfied with their teaching in the subject area of Business and Mangement - National Student Survey 2025

Get ready with a foundation year and learn the foundational skills and knowledge to complete a full Honours degree. You'll be able to embark on this qualification without meeting the level 3 entry requirements, giving you the opportunity to study at degree level through this four year course.

Based in historic Canterbury, this hands-on course will give you the confidence, skills, and practical experience to plan and deliver successful events of all kinds, from festivals and weddings to international productions and corporate events.

You’ll explore the latest trends in digital events, learn how to manage complex budgets and projects, and discover how to engage audiences in creative and meaningful ways.
Taught by dedicated and research-active experts, you'll be a part of a community who is passionate about the events industry and creating a stimulating student experience.

What you’ll learn

• Develop your project and risk management skills to meet the demands of large scale events.

• Design creative event marketing strategies that build excitement and engagement.

• Manage budgets, suppliers, and teams to keep events running smoothly and profitably.

• Explore innovations in digital and hybrid events transforming the industry.

• Go on a fully-funded residential trip in your first year.

What's more, you can opt to study abroad in North America during your second year, giving you the opportunity to experience a new and vibrant culture.

The Foundation Year gives you experience of applying what you study to the solution of real-world problems. In this way, it gives you the necessary skills for further academic study, inquiry and problem-solving, and helps you become an independent learner.