Coleg Llandrillo (Llandrillo College)
Events Management FdA
Coleg Llandrillo (Llandrillo College)

Course modalities offered

Key Course Facts

Salary

Salary of all UK Graduates of

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £22910 £20830 £24369
25-75 percentile range £19839 - £26189 £16042 - £26488 £18552 - £31827

Course Description

Are you interested in working in the diverse events industry?

This course offers a vocational pathway in higher education, allowing you to gain both an academic qualification and the knowledge and skills to work in tourism, whilst developing your managerial skills.

After completing the FdA Event Management programme, you will have the opportunity to proceed onto level 6 to complete the BA (Hons) Event Management. (*subject to validation and approval)

Other graduates may start new careers in the events industry, or gain additional responsibilities and increased status within their existing organisations.

Practitioners in the events industry work within event organisations, regional tourism organisations, conference and exhibition facilities, tourist attractions, the outdoor sector, corporate and sports centres, the hotel sector and catering activities

Jobs & Career Perspectives

15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Events Management FdA at Coleg Llandrillo (Llandrillo College)

20% Caring personal services
20% Customer service occupations
20% Managers, directors and senior officials
10% Secretarial and related occupations
10% Science, engineering and technology associate professionals
10% Business and public service associate professionals
10% Skilled trades occupations

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Minimum Required UCAS Tariff

A minimum of 80 UCAS tariff points in a main level 3 qualification, usually gaining a pass in at least one relevant subject which could include: A Levels, BTEC Extended Diploma, International Baccalaureate, ACCESS to HE; or NVQ Level 3; many additional qualifications from Wales, England and Scotland are accepted to support the UCAS points in addition to the relevant subject, such as the Welsh Baccalaureate.

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for tourism, transport and travel

Qualification requirements

GCSE in Welsh or English as first language, grade C or above GCSE Mathematics/Numeracy, grade C or above, or Key/Essential Skill equivalent level. For applicants without these qualifications, evidence of numeracy skills at a suitable level to meet the demands of the programme successfully, will need to be demonstrated. Equivalent international qualifications are acceptable For individuals who not meet the above academic requirements we will consider a wide range of non-standard or professional qualifications and experience, through the submission of a portfolio for accreditation of prior learning (APL/APEL/RPEL), in accordance with GLLM regulations and policies.

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Events Management, FdA, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

How to apply

Application deadline:

January 1, 2025

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Possible Entry Points:

  • year 1 (Default entry point)

About Coleg Llandrillo (Llandrillo College)

Coleg Llandrillo is an education institution located in the northern region of Wales, and offers an extensive variety of further education and vocational courses for both School Leavers and Adult Learners. As the largest college in Wales, Coleg Llandrillo operates from a total of 12 campus locations, with the Rhos-on-Sea building serving as the main headquarters of the institution. Within each campus, students can find modern and up-to-date facilities that have been designed with their practical and specific needs in mind.

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Where is this programme taught

Coleg Llandrillo - Rhos on Sea
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