The University of Glamorgan is one of the leading universities for Live Event technology in the UK. Our BSc (Hons) Live Event Technology offers knowledge and experience you won’t find at any other university.
Essential Info
On the BSc (Hons) Live Event Technology degree you will develop high levels of technical skill and industry knowledge in event technology, including:
- Lighting technology for theatre, music concerts and festivals, corporate and TV
- Sound technology for concerts and tours, broadcast and theatre, commercial installation, themed attractions
- Video technology for corporate, TV and broadcast, large scale event video (LED screens etc)
- Rigging for theatre, festivals and events, corporate
The Live Event Technology degree also teaches you all the other disciplines you will need in industry including:
- 17th edition wiring regulations
- Health and safety legislation
- Taught classes in industry standard software such as Autocad, WYSIWYG, Protools and offline console editors
- Business and project management
- Electrical and electronic fundamentals
We have world-class facilities for the BSc (Hons) Live Event Technology, so you will use a range of industry-standard equipment. We enjoy support from many companies and regularly offer students the chance to receive an introduction to the latest industry products or even specialised training.
Videos
A student shows off his WYSIWYG light show.
What You Will Study
| Level 1 Modules | Compulsory/Optional | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Lighting Principles | Compulsory | 20 Credits |
| Design of Electrical Installations | Compulsory | 20 Credits |
| Electrical Technology | Compulsory | 20 Credits |
| Introduction to Lighting Design | Compulsory | 20 Credits |
| Live Sound Technology I | Compulsory | 20 Credits |
| Flying & Rigging Principles | Compulsory | 20 Credits |
| Level 2 Modules | Compulsory/Optional | Credits |
| Business and Safety | Compulsory | 20 Credits |
| Power Systems | Compulsory | 20 Credits |
| Lighting Design | Compulsory | 20 Credits |
| Live Sound Technology II | Compulsory | 20 Credits |
| Analogue Video & Image technology | Compulsory | 20 Credits |
| Flying & Rigging Design | Compulsory | 20 Credits |
| Level 3 Modules | Compulsory/Optional | Credits |
| Integrated Technologies Honours Group Project | Compulsory | 40 Credits |
| Business & Project Management | Compulsory | 20 Credits |
| Live Sound Technology III | Compulsory | 20 Credits |
| Digital Video & Image Technology | Compulsory | 20 Credits |
| Performance Lighting Design | Optional | 20 Credits |
The above information is a sample module description for illustrative purposes. Modules and module content may change from time to time.
How You Will Study
The BSc (Hons) Live Event Technology is delivered in lectures, workshops and laboratories, as well as television studios and other creative spaces. Assessment involves a mixture of assignments, coursework, presentations and class tests throughout the year, with exams for some modules.
Prospects
Possible Career Options
The Live Event Technology degree mixes theory and practice so you will be well prepared for a career in
- Live entertainment
- Broadcasting
- Live performance
- Event management
- Production companies
- Freelance work
The latest research shows that unless the industry can recruit 30,000 new technical staff over the next decade, theatre and live music employers will face a shortage of trained technicians, including lighting directors, sound consultants, designers and broadcast experts.
Additional Information
Facilities
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