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Meet Guilherme from Brazil: Studying Sports Event Management in London
Meet Guilherme from Brazil, who joined The Event School London to explore the world of sports event management and gain a closer understanding of how the industry works in practice. For Guilherme, studying in London meant learning in a city shaped by major sporting events, internationally recognised venues and a diverse professional events community. Learning beyond the classroom During his course, Guilherme’s learning extended well beyond the training room. He visited some o
Jun 63 min read


Studying and Living in London: What to Expect When You Study with The Event School London
Choosing where to study is about more than choosing a course. It is also about choosing the environment that will shape your confidence, your outlook and your professional opportunities. For students considering The Event School London, London is a major part of the experience. Whether you are travelling from another part of the UK, relocating for a full-time course, commuting into the city, or coming from overseas, studying in London gives you access to one of the world’s mo
May 2412 min read


Is Investing in Private Event Management Education Worth It?
The events industry moves fast. It is creative, high pressure, people-focused and constantly evolving. Breaking into it or progressing within it takes more than interest. It takes confidence, credibility and real-world understanding. That is where the right education makes all the difference. At The Event School London, the focus is not just on teaching you about events. It is about placing you in the environment where events actually happen and preparing you to be part of it
Apr 223 min read


Experience Event Management Where It Actually Happens: London
There is a difference between learning about events and learning within the events industry itself. In London, that difference is immediate. At The Event School London, our approach is built around one principle. If you are preparing for a career in events, your learning environment should reflect the reality of the industry. That means exposure to live venues, real operations and the pace of one of the world’s leading event capitals. This is not classroom learning in isolati
Apr 103 min read


February in Review: Awards, Industry Connection and Learning at the Heart of London's Event Industry.
February was a landmark month for The Event School London, bringing together student achievement, industry collaboration, live event delivery, behind-the-scenes venue tours and the launch of a new regulated qualification pathway for the events industry. It was also a milestone month for the School itself, as we celebrated our 21st anniversary and continued to mark more than two decades of specialist event education in London. Awards for Excellence 2026 A major highlight of Fe
Feb 286 min read


Celebrating Excellence: The Event School London Awards for Excellence 2026
Yesterday, The Event School London community came together at Novotel London ExCeL for the Awards for Excellence, an evening dedicated to recognising achievement, professionalism and the people who continue to shape the School’s story. The Awards for Excellence are an important moment in the School’s calendar. They celebrate students, graduates and industry partners whose commitment, talent and contribution reflect the very best of The Event School London community. This year
Feb 235 min read


Learning by Delivering: Inside this Term's Students’ Live Event
Each year, our Event Management students move beyond case studies and simulated briefs to deliver a live, multi-layered event as part of their Professional Practice module. This year’s project, the Awards for Excellence 2026, brings together industry engagement, brand activation and formal ceremony in one carefully structured evening at the Novotel London ExCeL. It is not a hypothetical exercise. It is a real event with invited industry guests, a defined audience and reputa
Feb 214 min read


January in Review: Classroom Learning to Live Event Practice
January marked a strong start to the year, with new full-time and part-time course intakes, live event planning projects, extensive venue site tours, industry showcase visits, expert-led teaching, careers mentoring, placements and global virtual masterclasses shaping real-world event education in London.
Jan 315 min read


Learning by Doing: Experiencing Live Events at EAG Expo
Event School Students at EAG Expo, Excel London For students on our full-time course, the study of event consumer experience goes far beyond textbooks and theory sessions. Our immersive approach to education combines structured face-to-face training with meaningful encounters at live industry events, allowing students to connect what they are learning in class with what is happening in the real world. Last week, this philosophy was brought to life as our cohort stepped into
Jan 215 min read


Back for Winter Term: Inside Our Classrooms at Novotel London ExCeL
There is a particular energy that comes with the start of a new term. Fresh ideas, renewed focus and classrooms once again filled with conversation, collaboration and ambition. Wedding planners with Siobhan Craven-Robins This winter, we are delighted to welcome students back to The Event School London and to share a glimpse of what it's like to study event management in one of London’s best-loved event hotels. Our winter term is now fully underway, with teaching taking place
Jan 182 min read


Helping Your Child Choose with Confidence: A Recognised, Career-Focused Alternative to University
A structured full-time accredited diploma pathway designed to deliver real skills, recognised qualifications and clear routes into the events industry. Choosing the right next step after school or college can feel like a defining decision, not just for young people, but for parents too. You want reassurance that your child is choosing a path that offers structure, credibility and real career prospects, not uncertainty or false promises. At The Event School London, our ATHE Le
Jan 105 min read


2025 End of Year Review. Twenty Years of Excellence, Industry Connection and Global Impact
2025 Highlights at a Glance Celebrated 20 years of The Event School London, marking two decades of premium, industry-led event education Launched the Where Are They Now? series, spotlighting graduate success across the UK and globally Welcomed five new high-profile industry professionals to our teaching faculty Delivered 150+ site visits across London’s most iconic venues and live event spaces Connected students with leading planners and producers at major industry event
Dec 31, 20256 min read


Inside London’s Hidden Event Gem: Learning Events in Real Spaces
Some learning moments stay with you long after the visit ends. This was one of them! One of our favourite photos from 2025 captures a quiet but powerful scene. With Lecturer Siobhan Craven-Robins seated in the main chair and students gathered around her taking in the atmosphere of one of London’s most unexpected event spaces. The setting is the original Masonic Temple inside Andaz London Liverpool Street, often described as the hotel’s best kept secret. This Grecian style te
Dec 30, 20252 min read


Festival Management in the Field at Hyde Park Winter Wonderland
Every year, a small number of moments stand out as true highlights of our teaching calendar. This visit to Hyde Park Winter Wonderland is firmly one of them. For our Festival Management students, this was not a day out as spectators. It was a structured, analytical site visit designed to explore one of London’s most complex seasonal events through the eyes of an event manager. From the moment they entered the site, students were encouraged to observe, question and evaluate ho
Dec 28, 20252 min read


BAFTA 195 Piccadilly - Industry Insight and Learning Beyond the Classroom
A highlight from our 2025 programme calendar was an invitation to BAFTA 195 Piccadilly, offering our students and team a rare opportunity to step inside one of London’s most prestigious cultural and event venues. Experiences like this sit at the heart of how we teach at The Event School London, connecting learning directly to the realities of the industry and the people who shape it. The visit combined a full venue showcase with a private screening of Conclave in BAFTA’s beau
Dec 24, 20252 min read


Closing out the Autumn Term 👋🏼 🍂 with School Director, Maria O'Dea
As we close the autumn term, our Director, Maria O'Dea, reflects on a season defined by ambition, collaboration and real-world learning. Thank you to our exceptional lecturers, academic tutors and student career mentors who have delivered inspiring, industry-led learning experiences throughout the term. Thank you to our trusted industry partners for sharing their expertise through guest lectures, opening doors to live events and welcoming our students into some of London’s mo
Dec 19, 20251 min read


Behind the Scenes at the London International Horse Show: Insights shared with The Event School Students
The London International Horse Show is a major event that draws crowds from across the country, showcasing equestrian skill and vibrant competition. For students from The Event School London, getting a chance to see the event’s build-up at ExCeL London offered a rare glimpse into the complex process behind the scenes. This visit was more than just a tour; it was an immersive learning experience that connected classroom knowledge with real-world event management and rigging pr
Dec 11, 20253 min read


A Visit to The Oval - Bringing Event Management Theory to Life
Our students and lecturers recently experienced an exceptional behind-the-scenes tour of the event spaces at The Oval, one of London’s most iconic cricket grounds and a standout venue for conferences, exhibitions and corporate experiences. For learners exploring event management courses, sports management courses or considering how to build rewarding careers in events and careers in sports management, this visit offered meaningful insight into how a world-class venue operates
Dec 1, 20251 min read


Inside a London Icon: Event Styling Students Visit Great Scotland Yard Hotel
Students studying the Venue and Event Styling Elective as part of their full time event management courses at The Event School London recently stepped beyond the classroom and into one of the capital’s most distinctive luxury venues. Accompanied by experienced event industry lecturer Karan Dave Kundra, students took part in an in depth site tour of the Great Scotland Yard Hotel, gaining first hand insight into how high end venues approach design, atmosphere and guest experi
Nov 21, 20253 min read


The Power of In-Person Learning: Why Masterclasses in London Deliver Exceptional Value
In a world increasingly dominated by online learning, there remains something profoundly powerful about coming together in person - to learn, connect, and grow. At The Event School London, our masterclasses are designed around that very principle: that the most meaningful learning experiences happen when passionate professionals share space, ideas, and energy in real time. An Expert in the Room There’s a distinct value in learning directly from an industry expert who’s been
Oct 19, 20253 min read
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