Creative and Cultural Industries: Events and Experiences Design

Immerse yourself in the world of experiential design with Kingston University’s BA in Creative and Cultural Industries: Events and Experiences Design. This three-year, full-time program equips you with the creative and practical skills to become a versatile events and experiences designer, fostering innovation, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of the creative industries.

Key Features:

• Concept Development and Curation: Develop your ability to translate ideas into captivating events and experiences. Learn to curate compelling content, design engaging activities, and manage the entire event life cycle, from conception to execution.
• Audience Engagement and Storytelling: Hone your ability to understand and engage diverse audiences. Learn to craft effective narratives through live experiences, considering space, technology, and sensory elements.
• Event Planning and Management: Master the logistics and practicalities of event production. Gain expertise in budgeting, resource management, marketing, health and safety regulations, and risk assessment.
• Project-Based Learning: Develop your creative and practical skills through real-world event design projects. Collaborate with classmates and industry professionals to plan, manage, and execute events for various audiences and purposes (festivals, exhibitions, conferences, product launches).

This program is ideal for students with a passion for creativity, event planning, and a desire to create unique and engaging experiences. Graduates emerge as versatile events and experiences designers prepared for diverse careers in various fields, including:

• Event planning and production companies
• Festival and conference management
• Cultural institutions (museums, galleries)
• Brand experience design and activation
• Experiential marketing agencies
• Event design for the entertainment industry
• Freelance event designer
• Further studies in event management, experience design, or related fields (e.g., cultural management, marketing communications)

Kingston University boasts a renowned School of Art, offering a stimulating learning environment with experienced faculty, access to industry-standard design studios and resources, and strong connections to the creative industries, event venues, and leading event design agencies.