Program Overview

Creative Events Management MA (Online)

Overview

The Creative Events Management MA (Online) is a part-time, online master's degree designed to support students in evolving their practice in the planning, production, and delivery of exceptional event experiences that are sustainable, inclusive, and memorable.

Why Study This Course at Falmouth?

• You'll be part of a vibrant global community of practitioners and will collaborate while you learn from wherever you're located on a course designed specifically for online study.
• Take a pioneering approach to creative events management for international and local audiences, in both physical and digital spaces.
• Study on a course accredited by A Greener Future (AGF), an industry leader in event sustainability, with the opportunity to gain certification upon completion of certain modules.
• Expand your learning and your professional networks at our optional in-person events.

Course Details

Modules

• Principles of Event Management & Research
• Creative Practice in Event Design
• Digital Futures for Events and Events Marketing
• Sustainable Event Planning
• Final Major Project (MA only)

Assessment Methods

• Written assessments, such as reports, a blog, a business plan, a research proposal, a literary review, a sustainability audit, as well as a dissertation.
• Practical assessments such as collaborative and individual presentations as well as a digital event.

Resources and Support

• Dedicated easy-to-use virtual learning environment (VLE)
• Accessible online audio/visual content
• A Student Advisor to support you throughout your studies and access to our Student Support Services
• Access to our Employability Service
• 24/7 access to Falmouth's extensive online library of contextual books, journals, and resources
• Access to online software tutorials at LinkedIn Learning
• Students' Union community
• Optional in-person events
• Invitation to attend alumni events

Careers

Upon graduating from the course, you'll be able to explore a variety of different progression paths - from corporate roles such as client entertaining and exhibitions, to non-profit roles like sponsorship coordination and campaign planning.

How to Apply

• An honours degree or Level 6 equivalent qualification is desirable.
• Candidates without a degree or formal qualification are also encouraged to apply.
• If English is not your first language, you will need to meet the same standard which is equivalent to the IELTS Academic 6.5 overall score, with at least 5.5 in Reading, Writing, and Listening, and a minimum of 6.0 in speaking.

Fees, Costs & Funding

• Tuition fees for September 2024, January 2025, and May 2025 entry: £12,150 total fee (incl. acceptance fee) - 2 years part-time - MA/MSc course, £7,921 total fee (incl. acceptance fee) - PGDip course.
• Tuition fees for September 2025, January 2026, and May 2026 entry: £12,150 total fee (incl. acceptance fee) - 2 years part-time - MA/MSc course, £7,921 total fee (incl. acceptance fee) - PGDip course.
• Typical course costs: Laptop/computer, optional in-person events.

Postgraduate Funding

• There are loans, awards, graduate discounts, and alternative funding sources for postgraduate studies.