MSc International Events Management

University of EssexColchester Campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

The MSc International Events Management at the University of Essex provides students with the specialist knowledge, expertise and skills required to succeed in the rapidly evolving events sector. This programme enables students to learn how to plan and deliver events with a strong emphasis on sustainable and critical practices.

Studying the 1-year MSc degree in International Events Management at the University of Essex gives students valuable access to a network of events managers through guest lectures and opportunities to build connections with event companies. Students will also have the opportunity to take on challenging industry-relevant assessments that teach them how to design and evaluate different types of events.

The modules of this programme focus on innovation, leadership and management skills, all of which are crucial for developing a skill set as a forward-thinking events professional. The course is accredited by the Institute of Hospitality, ensuring that the programme's content and delivery meet international benchmark standards.

Entry requirements

IELTS: 6 — 6.0 IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum component score of 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in all other components.

Scholarships

Alumni Loyalty Discount
First Class or Distinction, 2.1 or Merit, 2.2 or successful completion of a Masters, Graduate or PG Diploma - 20%.
Up to 20% of fees
Essex Futures BT– Masters Scholarship
School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering (CSEE) is delighted to be offering up to six scholarship worth £5,500 each for 1 year full time.
Up to £5,500
Global Talent Masters Scholarship
You could be eligible for a scholarship worth £5,000, paid as a discount on your tuition fee.
Up to £5,000
Hugh Brogan Bursary
If you are applying to study a History MA degree, you could be eligible for one of four available cash bursaries worth £2,500.
Up to £2,500
Postgraduate Masters (PGT) International Health Bursary
The University is offering a bursary of £776 for Masters (PGT) international students.
Up to £776
Postgraduate Premium Pathway Scholarship
You could be eligible for a tuition fee discount of £6,500, for your first year of study at Essex.
Up to £6,500
Sociology and Criminology - Fuller PGT Scholarship
The Department of Sociology and Criminology is offering scholarships of £11,025 to support six postgraduate students to study within the department in 2026-2027.
Up to £11,025
The Eleonore Koch Travel Fund
The School of Philosophical, Historical & Interdisciplinary Studies is offering a bursary of up to £5,000.
The Essex MBA Dean's Award
The school is able to offer fee discounts between 10% - 100% of tuition fee value.
The Ronald J. Hill Fund
The department of Government is offering a bursary of £3,000 to assist one postgraduate student within the department of Government to assist with tuition fees or living costs.
Up to £3,000
University of Sanctuary Scholarship

Career opportunities

Career Options

Graduates of the MSc in International Events Management at the University of Essex can pursue various career opportunities, including:

International Events Manager
Corporate Events Coordinator
Hotel Manager
Destination Events Specialist
Sports Event Coordinator
Entertainment Production Manager

Cost of study

For international students enrolling in the MSc International Events Management course at the University of Essex, the tuition fees for the 2025/26 academic session are £22,750. Students should note that their tuition fees increase by 5% per year.

Admission

Your Application

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