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Bachelor of Event and Tourism Management (MGB401.2)
Please note these are the 2026 details for this course
| Selection rank | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
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| 65 | On campus Online |
Bruce, Canberra St Leonards, NSW |
3.0 years |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | UAC code |
| Faculty of Business, Government & Law | Canberra Business School |
View teaching periods | 361480 |
| Fees | English language requirements | ||
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English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Selection rank
The selection rank is the minimum ATAR plus adjustment factors required for admission to the program in the previous year. This is an indicative guide only as ranks change each year depending on demand.
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Students enrolled in a Commonwealth Support Place (CSP) are required to make a contribution towards the cost of their education, which is set by the Commonwealth Government. Information on Commonwealth Supported Places, HECS-HELP and how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
| Academic entry requirements | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| On campus |
Bruce, Canberra St Leonards, NSW |
3.0 years | |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | CRICOS code |
| Faculty of Business, Government & Law | Canberra Business School |
View teaching periods | 095940C |
| Fees | English language requirements | ||
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View requirements | ||
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Information on how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Academic entry requirements
To study at UC, you’ll need to meet our academic entry requirements and any admission requirements specific to your course. Please read your course admission requirements below. To find out whether you meet UC’s academic entry requirements, visit our academic entry requirements page.
Be assured an eventful experience with a degree in tourism
The events and tourism industries are expanding quickly, with tourism now directly contributing almost three per cent to Australia’s GDP. To help further drive growth and sustainability, a skilled and experienced workforce is needed – and this is where UC comes in.
Our course has a foundation in business studies and investigates the key elements you’ll need for a future career in events and tourism. You’ll graduate with solid teamwork and critical thinking skills, exploring events in both tourism and non-tourism contexts, such as sports, festivals, conventions, meetings and community activities. Your employability will be enhanced thanks to the many practical Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities you’ll undertake within the industry as part of your degree.
Study a Bachelor of Event and Tourism Management at UC and you will:
- apply a conceptual understanding and a practical orientation in events and tourism management
- critique and apply the management skills necessary to function effectively, strategically and ethically in management and entrepreneurial roles in event and tourism management
- apply critical and creative thinking to address current issues in event and tourism contexts
- critically evaluate and apply sustainability principles to problems in event and tourism contexts
- work and communicate effectively with others to achieve common outcomes.
Study your way
Enjoy the freedom of choice: select the online study mode for self-paced learning and optimal study-work-life balance, or on-campus study mode for face-to-face classes.
Work Integrated Learning
On campus
The Bachelor of Event and Tourism Management integrates theory with real-world practice through UC's Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities, designed to prepare students for their future careers. UC provides diverse WIL options, including industry case studies, guest speakers, internships, work placements, industry projects, competitions, exhibitions, study tours, virtual experiences and more.
The course requires you to undertake an internship of between 40 and 50 hours with an event management company. Previous students have undertaken internships across a range of sectors, with organisations such as the Australian War Memorial, Canberra Raiders, Brumbies Rugby, Canberra Convention Bureau, Heritage ACT, National Museum of Australia, ACT Parks and Conservation, National Folk Festival, Questacon, Canberra Writers Festival, Canberra International Film Festival, Canberra in the City, Canberra Regional Tourism Awards, ACT Government, Design Canberra Festival, Corporate Communique, Soldier On, Volleyball Australia, OzHelp Foundation, Canberra Cavalry, Academy Club, Red Nose, Pialligo Estate, Capital Football and Kicks Entertainment.
Online
Students who choose to study online can access virtual WIL opportunities. This content includes on-demand guest lectures, industry case studies and industry projects.
Students studying both face-to-face and online will have access to support services including Careers UC, who are available to assist with employment pathways and personal development.
Career opportunities
- Event manager
- Conference centre manager
- Tourism information officer
- Restaurant manager
- Public relations officer
- Marketing manager
- Festival program manager
- Sponsorship and events coordinator
- Wedding planner
- Travel consultant
- Tour guide
- Tourism policy officer
- Local government economic development manager
- Tourism research consultant
- Tourism attraction employee/manager
- Tourism bus company manager
- Hotel manager
Create unique visitor experiences with UC's online Bachelor of Event and Tourism Management
Download your free course brochure to learn more about UC's online Bachelor of Event and Tourism Management.
Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means:
- Year 12 ATAR
- other Australian Qualification
- work experience
- overseas qualification
We also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes.
More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry
Additional admission requirements
TAFE NSW Northern Sydney, St Leonard's: This course is taught from the 2nd year. To commence, all students must be eligible for at least 1 year (24 credit points) of advanced standing.
Assumed knowledge
None.
Periods course is open for new admissions
| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 02 February 2026 | ||
| 2026 | St Leonards, NSW | Semester 1 | 02 February 2026 | ||
| 2026 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 27 July 2026 |
Credit arrangements
A credit transfer arrangement is available for this course for the following institutions:
Namseoul University
Bachelor of Event and Tourism Management (MGB401) | 72 credit points
Open Electives - 24 credit points as follows
- - Must pass 24 credit points from anywhere in the University, as a breadth major, a breadth minor and/or as individual units.
In addition to course requirements, in order to successfully complete your course you must meet the inherent requirements. Please refer to the inherent requirements statement applicable to your course
UC - Canberra, Bruce
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Year 2
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Two Open Elective Units
Semester 2
Two Open Elective Units
Year 3
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Two Open Elective Units
Semester 2
One Open Elective Unit
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Year 2
Semester 1
Two Open Elective Units
Semester 2
One Open Elective Unit
Year 3
Semester 1
One Open Elective Unit
Semester 2
One Open Elective Unit
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Three Open Elective Units
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Year 2
Semester 1
Two Open Elective Units
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Two Open Elective Units
Year 3
Semester 1
Two Open Elective Units
Semester 2
One Open Elective Unit
Course duration
Standard 3 years full time or equivalent. Maximum 10 years.
Learning outcomes
| Learning outcomes | Related graduate attributes |
|---|---|
| Apply a conceptual understanding and a practical orientation in events and tourism management. | 1.1 UC graduates are professional: employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills. 2.1 UC graduates are global citizens: think globally about issues in their profession; and 3.1 UC graduates are lifelong learners: reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development. |
| Critique and apply management skills necessary to function effectively, strategically and ethically in management and entrepreneurial roles in event and tourism management. | 3.3 UC graduates are lifelong learners: adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas; 1.3 UC graduates are professional: use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; and 2.3 UC graduate are global citizens: understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures. |
| Apply critical and creative thinking to address current issues in event and tourism contexts. | 1.3 UC graduates are professional: use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real¿world problems; 2.2 UC graduates are global citizens: adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries; and 2.3 UC graduates are global citizens: understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures. |
| Critically evaluate and apply sustainability principles to problems in event and tourism contexts. | 2.6 UC graduate are global citizens: behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives; 3.1 UC graduates are lifelong learners: reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; and 1.6 UC graduates are professional: take pride in their professional and personal integrity. |
| Work and communicate effectively with others to achieve common outcomes. | 1.4 UC graduates are professional: work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict; 1.2 UC graduates are professional: communicate effectively; and 3.2 UC graduates are lifelong learners: be self-aware. |
Majors
- Core Major in Event and Tourism Management (CM0010)
- Specialist Major in Event and Tourism Management (SM0028)
Awards
| Award | Official abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Event and Tourism Management | B Event&TrsmMgt |
Enquiries
| Student category | Contact details |
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| Prospective Domestic Students: | Email study@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226) |
| Prospective International Students: | Email international@canberra.edu.au or Phone +61 2 6201 5342 |
| Current and Commencing Students: | In person, Student Centre Building 1 (take a BGL Faculty course advice ticket) or Email bglstudent@canberra.edu.au |
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