Unit of Study HOSP3005 Events and Technology (2027)

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Unit type

UG Coursework Unit
Credit points

12
Faculty & College

Educational Partnerships Board
Placement

No

Unit description

This unit focuses on the use of technology in the planning, design, and delivery of events. It introduces students to virtual and hybrid events, digital platforms, interactive technologies, audience engagement strategies and the many ways in which emerging technologies are revolutionizing the events industry. Students will explore the full life cycle of virtual and hybrid events, from concept development to platform selection, production logistics, accessibility, execution and post-event analytics. Students will also examine both the advantages and challenges of using AI in event management. Through case studies and digital tools, students will gain the practical and strategic skills needed to succeed in this evolving field of event delivery.

Unit content

Introduction to events and technology
Technology systems for events
Virtual and hybrid events planning and production
Designing the virtual and hybrid experience for physical and virtual audiences
Artificial intelligence and events
Data analytics and evaluation

Availabilities

Not currently available in 2027

Learning outcomes

Unit Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a unit. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes. The unit learning outcomes and graduate attributes are also the basis of evaluating prior learning.

On completion of this unit, students should be able to:

evaluate digital platforms and technologies based on event type, scale, and audience engagement goals

explain the key principles and technologies underpinning successful virtual and hybrid events

assess the effectiveness and challenges of using emerging technologies in event planning and delivery

collaboratively design a virtual or hybrid event plan incorporating technical, logistical, and user experience considerations.

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