Sheffield Hallam University

BSc Honours Events Management 1 year top-up

Sheffield Hallam University

Course overview

The BSc (Honours) Events Management (1 year Top-Up) at Sheffield Hallam University is for students who already have a foundation degree or similar qualification in events or a related subject. It helps you complete your studies and gain a full honours degree.

In this course, you will learn about important topics such as event planning, safety, marketing, finance, and new trends in the events industry. You can also choose to focus on the area you like best.

The course includes real-world learning. You will organise and run a real event using the skills you learn during your studies. Experienced teachers will support you, and you will get advice on your studies and future career.

The BSc (Honours) Events Management (1 year Top-Up) at Sheffield Hallam University helps you get ready for a job in the events industry. Whether you want to work at festivals, business events, or brand shows, this course gives you useful skills and confidence for your future career.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements: 

  • A HND or foundation degree in a relevant subject, with an overall merit profile from year two modules.
  • Equivalent qualification in a relevant subject.

English Proficiency:

  • For students whose first language is not English, proof of proficiency in English is required. To show this, you are required to have an IELTS overall score of 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each of the four areas. 
  • Those who do not meet this requirement can register for the university’s Pre-sessional English course.

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

    Payment of tuition fees.

  • Inclusive Leadership and Sustainable Growth Executive MBA Scholarship

    Up to ten scholarships are available, each offering a £5,000 tuition fee discount.

    Up to £5,000
  • Joyce Spurr Art Travel Fund

    Successful applicants will be awarded between £50 and £250.

    Up to £50
  • Online Masters Scholarship

    A 10% discount on all our online masters courses.

    Up to 10% of fees
  • Performance Athlete Support Programme

    Successful applicants will receive support from our multi-disciplinary team of sport practitioners, free Team Hallam Ultimate Membership, and access to our facilities. Some students may also receive a bursary and support.

  • Postgraduate Research Scholarship

    A 10% discount on postgraduate research courses is available if you have graduated with a full degree from Sheffield Hallam.

    Up to 10% of fees
  • Postgraduate Study Discounts

    £2,000 discount on full-time postgraduate course fees for home and international students starting in 2026/27.

    Up to £2,000
  • Postgraduate Taught Scholarship

    £1,000 Postgraduate Taught

    Up to £1,000
  • Transform Together Scholarships

    A half fee waiver (50% discount) is available for undergraduate and postgraduate taught courses for the first year of study.

    Up to 50% of fees
  • Vice-Chancellor's Award

    South Asia - £2,000; Nigeria - £3,000; South East Asia - £3,000; Ghana- £3,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BSc (Honours) Events Management (1 year Top-Up) from Sheffield Hallam University are fit for employment in roles such as the following: 

  • Events Agent
  • Outdoor and Sports Events Manager 
  • Business Event Manager 
  • Fundraiser 
  • Experiential Marketer
  • Experience Designer 

Cost of study

The tuition fee to study the BSc (Honours) Events Management (1 year Top-Up) at Sheffield Hallam University for the 2025/26 academic session is £17,155. This is, however, provisional and subject to change.

Admission

To apply for this course, you have to go through UCAS. For more information about the application process, our counsellors at AHZ are happy to help.

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