HE Directory 2012-2013 - Shock of the Arts

ArtS And EVEnt MAnAGEMEntucas codeBa (Hons) arts and eVent management: Wn12course leader: marie Brennan40 | 41tHe courseArts and Event Management is about the creation andorganisation of live arts and other events – anything from artexhibitions to theatrical productions, music gigs to multi-art formfestivals, dance workshops to fashion shows. In this course youwill develop the knowledge, skills and understanding requiredto make such events succeed. Our aim is to support and enableyou to develop as a successful arts manager, able to work at theforefront of the arts and creative industries.Theory, technique and practice will underpin each year of study.Most professional arts and event management is undertakenin teams and we replicate that on the course; groups will worktogether on briefs to devise, develop and deliver an arts–basedevent each year. You will firstly learn more about the arts and thendevelop the necessary business and technical skills to becomea successful arts and event management professional. Everythingis taught from the arts manager’s perspective, and the course ispractice led. The practical content of the course is a unique anddefining feature of your study; student teams get to commission,produce, direct and manage an arts project from start to finish.You will be encouraged to develop your specialist art forminterests and all events you organise will be ‘live’.resourcesWe provide the key resources you would expect to find in a realarts or events business, including a dedicated telephone network.In addition, students may also work with equipment sourcedspecifically for their live projects – this might include lighting,sound, projection, staging and exhibition materials. Course tutorshave considerable professional experience in arts managementand related areas of expertise in cultural entrepreneurship andarts and cultural policy. As well as the dedicated course team,we also have regular visits from creative industry professionalswith specific areas of expertise. Relevant visits to professionalorganisations, creative businesses and a variety of events,festivals and exhibitions also take place. There are opportunitiesto volunteer, network and take part in the arts in the local area,which will help further your knowledge and build a relevantCV for your future career.