The Edge Hotel School is the home of degrees in hospitality and events management at the University of Essex. Here not only do you study the theory to achieve a degree in hospitality or events management, you gain invaluable experience in a real 4* hotel. The Events Management degree prepares you for the fast-paced world of planning and managing events. You will learn alongside lecturers who have worked on worldwide and high profile events while gaining experience of real weddings, conferences and private functions alongside your studies. Graduates of this programme could go onto careers working on weddings, sporting events, festivals, fashion shows, corporate events or conferences. The Foundation Degree (FdA) pathway offers a progression route for applicants who may not meet the entry criteria for entry to the BA programme. Subject to satisfactory academic and practical assessment, you will have the opportunity to progress to the final year of the BA (Hons) degree after the first two years of study.
Course Details - Modules
Many of our courses offer a choice of optional modules to tailor your learning experience. More information about these can be found on the University of Essex website.
Course Details – Assessment Method
Assessment Methods are not listed for this Course.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January 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.
Application Codes
Course code:
N889
Institution code:
E70
Campus Name:
Colchester Campus
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
to include 2 full A-levels (or equivalent)
The Edge Hotel School accepts a wide range of qualifications from applicants, including the International Baccalaureate. The information above is for guidance only. If you are unsure whether you meet the entry criteria, please get in touch for advice.
All applicants must also hold the equivalent of at least five GCSEs at grade C / grade 4 or above, including English Language. All applicants must be aged 18 or over at the point of registration.
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