Lighting, Sound, Visuals & Event Business

The third year of our BA (Hons) course in Live Events Production can also be taken as a standalone qualification. BA (Hons) Top-Up in Live Events Production provides a progression route for students who have successfully completed our Live Events Production FdA, a related HE Level 5 qualification at another academic institution or through APEL entry.

Your choice of specialism

Our Top Up course will provide an insight into the key issues involved in the strategic organisation of large events, festivals, and touring music. You will investigate how businesses and individuals operate within the sector to provide dynamic solutions. 

Alongside this, you can progress your choice of specialism in an area of creative technical production or event management. Personal and professional development is emphasised during the course, whilst the modules reinforce the programme’s integration with the industry to provide you with the right skills and attributes for employment across a variety of areas in the live events sector. 

Study in the heart of the events industry

Backstage Academy is like no other university. We exist for passionate and driven individuals who dream of producing breathtaking events.

From day one, our students are immersed in industry. Using best-in-class technology and equipment in state-of-the-art studio spaces, students work side-by-side with leading professionals across campus at the world-renowned Production Park.

Entry Requirements

Live Events Production FdA, HE Level 5 qualification or through APEL entry.


We may make you a lower or unconditional offer based on prior experience or potential demonstrated at interview. 

How to Apply

Applications are made through UCAS. 


You will need the following information to make an application:

Institution Code: BOLTN
Institution Number: B44
Course Code: 4F89

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