BA Event Management With Foundation Year

The BA (Hons) Event Management (with Foundation Year) at the University of Derby equips you with the skills and knowledge to thrive in the events industry. This course goes beyond event planning, providing you with essential management, leadership, and entrepreneurial skills needed to shape the future of the sector.

Starting with a foundation year, you’ll build confidence and academic skills before progressing to your degree. Throughout your studies, you'll explore how events, tourism, and hospitality intersect within the visitor economy, working alongside students from related disciplines to broaden your career opportunities.

Additionally, the curriculum is industry-focused and integrates sustainability, business management, and creativity. This ensures you graduate as a forward-thinking professional. You’ll also gain hands-on experience in staging events while developing expertise in financial planning, leadership, risk assessment, and event safety legislation. With opportunities to study abroad and undertake a placement year, you’ll be well-prepared for a successful career in Event Management or beyond.

The University of Derby began as a Diocesan Institute for teacher training in 1851 and became a university in 1992. Since then, it has built a strong reputation for high-quality teaching and practical learning.

It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses. The university also ensures students gain the knowledge and skills needed for their careers.

Derby has earned several accolades over the years. In the Guardian University Guide 2023, it rose 11 places to rank 48th out of 121 UK universities, reflecting its commitment to academic excellence. The university’s accommodation was also named the best in the UK, winning the Best University Housing award in the 2024 Global Student Living Awards.

With campuses in Derby, Chesterfield, and Buxton, the University of Derby provides a supportive and engaging learning environment.

Students who are interested in studying BA Event Management With Foundation Year at the University of Derby must meet the following requirements:

Grade Requirements

• Students must have at least 72 UCAS Tariff points from A-Levels.
• Pass Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 with a minimum of Distinction: 15, Merit: 24, Pass: 6. 
• BTEC Diploma at MMP

English Proficiency

• International students whose first language is not English must achieve a minimum IELTS score of 6.0, with at least 5.5 in each skills area.

International students who want to enrol in the BA Event Management With Foundation Year course at the University of Derby are expected to pay an annual tuition fee of £16,900. For local students, the annual tuition fee is £9,250.

The University of Derby offers a variety of scholarships and financial support options for international students. One of the key scholarships is the Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship, which provides a £2,000 reduction on first-year tuition fees. Additionally, through a partnership with the British Council, the GREAT Scholarship awards £10,000 to eligible Indian students enrolling in a one-year postgraduate course starting in September 2025.

Postgraduate students can also apply for the Chevening Scholarship, which fully covers tuition fees, accommodation, and flights. International students may further benefit from Sports Scholarships and various tuition fee discounts, including full payment discounts and the international alumni discount, which can be combined with other scholarship opportunities.

For more information on what financial aid options are available, you can speak to our advisors at AHZ.

With a BA Event Management With Foundation Year degree from the University of Derby, students are open to the career paths below:

• Conference and Event Coordinator
• Marketing Executive 
• Business Development Manager
• Communications Coordinator 
• Event Manager
• Entrepreneur

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.