Event Production MSc

Program Overview

The MSc Event Production program at Confetti Nottingham is a one-year, full-time program designed to enhance knowledge and skills in event production. Students will develop personalized journeys in specific areas of interest, culminating in a focused commercial strategy for a sustainable career. Through practical experience, research, and mentorship, graduates will be equipped for diverse roles in the music production industry.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This MSc Event Production program is designed for individuals seeking to enhance their existing knowledge and skills in the field of event production. The program aims to cultivate high-quality, entrepreneurially adept graduates who are prepared to work in the music production industries, from grassroots to established company environments. The program emphasizes innovation across various disciplines within music production, including creative recording, mixing, and commercial composition. Students will develop a personalized journey in specific areas of interest, culminating in a focused commercial strategy for a sustainable career.

Outline:

The MSc Event Production program is a one-year, full-time program offered at Confetti Nottingham. The program is structured as follows:

• Research for Creative Industries (20 credit points): This module introduces postgraduate level research and investigation skills, covering various research methods and frameworks.
Students will develop a proposal for their master's dissertation.
• Masters Dissertation (40 credit points): This module allows students to conduct independent research in their chosen area of interest.
Students can choose between a traditional desktop study or a more practical project-based approach.
• Creative Entrepreneurial Approaches (Event Production) (60 credit points): This module explores the operational practices of the event production industry, focusing on critical evaluation of prevailing methods and establishing a career path.
Students will develop outward-facing portfolio assets and employability skills.
• Event Production Practice (60 credit points): This module provides hands-on experience in event production, allowing students to explore and experiment with various skills and incorporate them into their portfolio.
Students will be paired with industry mentors for support and guidance.

Assessment:

Students will be assessed through a variety of methods, including:

• Written assignments
• Reports
• Presentations
• Creative outputs/production
• Portfolio
Peer, class, and individual feedback are also incorporated into the formative assessment process. Assessment tasks are designed to challenge students to demonstrate their creativity, reflect their interests, and include independent research.

Teaching:

The program utilizes three key approaches to learning and teaching:

• Active Collaborative Learning: Students participate in workshops, lectures, small group and one-to-one tutoring to develop practical and thinking skills.
• Learning through Research: The program emphasizes research skills and encourages students to engage in independent research projects.
• Online or Blended learning: The program incorporates online resources and tools to support learning and portfolio development.

Careers:

Graduates of the MSc Event Production program are equipped to pursue a variety of roles in the music production industry, including:

• Studio owner
• Recording engineer
• Producer
• Songwriter
• Mixing engineer
• Mastering engineer
• Music for media composer
• Artist
Students have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including recording studios, rehearsal rooms, performance spaces, and a 400-capacity venue.