Course Overview
NOTE: From 2012, this programme will start in September rather
than January as stated in the current prospectus. The next intake
will be in September 2012.
- Training in the full range of skills required for employment in
live events as a production manager, technical manager, site
manager and stage manager
- Tuition and supervision from a team of established industry
practitioners
- Practical training in event production methodologies including
site management, crowd safety and the use of CAD for creating and
developing site plans
- Modules focussing on core skills required for event planning
including budgets, costings and the creation of tenders
- Series of lectures and seminars covering legal requirements
including health and safety, risk assessments and site evacuation
plans
- Career preparation and planning sessions including an
exploration of the legislative and financial issues relating to
freelance work
- Opportunities to gain first-hand and practical experience of
major live events taking place in Cardiff including festivals,
sporting events and pop concerts
- Production roles on live events within the college’s varied
programme
- Assistance in finding a six-week work placement with a
professional company or freelance industry practitioner
- Final part-time component involving the completion of a
reflective journal based on your professional employment with
support and mentoring from college tutors