Work, Study + Events
Where your events career begins!
Your backstage pass to a career in events!
Love the buzz of live events? Whether it’s music festivals, corporate launches, global conferences, or community festivals, Work, Study + Events gets you behind the scenes while you study — so you can learn, earn, and start building your career in the world of events.
Work, Study + Events Program Highlights
Uni-level study with experts
Study our higher education Diploma of Travel and Tourism in partnership with Torrens University Australia, delivered by our industry experts.
Work with industry leaders while you study
Have the opportunity to work with one of our industry partners! Start work after 4 subjects gaining real (and paid!) experience so you can earn and learn.
Launch your events career
Our tailored industry specific Events Planning elective subject, industry training and Sneak Peek experience allow you to gain the experience to step confidently into the events world!
So, what's the program all about?
This 15-month Work, Study + Events program combines uni-accredited study with paid industry experience, designed to help you break into the events industry from the ground up.
DURATION: 15 months (6 x 9-week study periods/semesters)
Step 1: Study
Start with 4 subjects full-time (part-time options available), including your Event Planning elective — learning logistics, marketing, budgeting and delivery.
Study Full-time: 2 x 9-week study periods studying 2 subjects in each
Study Part-time: 4 x 9-week study periods studying 1 subject in each
Step 2: Begin work
Step into the industry with our guidance and apply for roles with our event partners. You’ll receive support throughout the interview process to help you secure your first position in an Events Coordinator role.
Step 3: Study + Work
Continue to earn while you learn — working in your events role while completing your remaining subjects part-time. As you gain experience, your Program Leader will help you explore specialised career pathways such as Events Manager, Production Manager, Catering Manager, and more.
Study Part-time: 4 x 9-week study periods studying 1 subject in each
Graduate + Work
Finish with a Diploma + real-world experience under your belt. Continue growing in your current role or take the next step into a specialised position — plus, you’ll have a direct pathway into 2nd year of the Bachelor of Business with Torrens University Australia.
Real work, real experience
- Corporate and business conferences
- Major brand launches and activations
- Music and community festivals
- Tourism and sporting events
Why study with Flight Centre Travel Academy?
No upfront fees, 100% FEE-HELP
No ATAR required
100% online learning
Jobs across Australia
15-month program
Fun & adventure
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Support every step of the way!
At Flight Centre Travel Academy, our goal is to help you build a long and exciting career in one of the most dynamic industries out there - events!
From your very first subject to your first big event, you’ll be supported by a team who’s got your back every step of the way, including expert Enrolment Consultants, industry-experienced Facilitators, our trusted events partners, and your ultimate cheerleader - your Program Leader.
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