Tourism and Events students at The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) are taking part in hands-on, industry-focused learning experiences.
Working in partnership with The Institute of Travel and Tourism (ITT) and Swansea Building Society Arena, six Level 6 students, dubbed the Super Six, designed, organised, and delivered ITT Future You Wales in Swansea, attracting nearly 600 attendees.
The event served as a high-impact showcase of careers in travel, tourism, hospitality and events, providing students with invaluable experience in event planning, logistics, marketing, and professional networking.
Programme Manager Jacqui Jones said:
“The success of ITT Future You Wales is a testament to the incredible dedication and professionalism of our students, who took full ownership of the event from concept to execution.”
Building on this momentum, Level 4 and Level 5 students are now stepping up to lead their own real-life events:
- Level 4 students, guided by their Level 5 peers, collaborated with James Morgan, Creative Learning Director at Swansea Arena, to deliver a House Party event on February 15.
- Level 5 students will take charge of a month-long series of live events projects including: Student Ball, Cowboys & Cocktails Night, Global Food Festival.
All these events will be hosted at UWTSD’s Dylan Thomas Centre in Swansea, with expert guidance from lecturer Debbie Jenkins and additional collaboration with Jemma Smith and the Gastronomy students.
Sinead Edwards, a Level 6 student, said:
“Planning and hosting the 2025 ITT Future You Wales with five of my fellow students was a milestone I’ll never forget. Seeing all our hard work come to life and receiving such positive feedback was beyond rewarding. Organising an event for 600 students was truly life-changing, and I am proud of what we accomplished together. The experience has provided me with invaluable skills and industry insight that will shape my future.”
Nia Moore, a Level 5 student, said:
“My professional development has improved incredibly since starting my degree in Events & International Festivals Management. Helping to support events like House Party and also getting the opportunity to host my own events such as a Student Ball and next year I will be hosting ITT Future You Wales. I have also benefited from overseas placement in Florida with Universal and I am excited to continue my development this summer on placement with Walt Disney World in Florida.”
