BA (Hons) Design for Event, Exhibition and Performance
Introduction
The subject of Design for Exhibition and Museums is about creating exciting and engaging three-dimensional, communicative environments. It is all about 'storytelling', whether this is of a brand, a collection or an idea. By using a multidisciplinary approach that includes aspects of interior, graphic, product and communication design, exhibition designers construct a narrative that acts as an 'interpretive bridge' between the expert or client and their audience. This programme emphasises on interpreting content and narrative for specific audiences and on devising appropriate means of delivery in constructed spaces.
UK-specific contents may not be applicable to HK students
Programme Features
High ranking
Lincoln is ranked 2nd in the UK in the “Product Design” subject area (The Guardian University Guide 2023).
Exhibition
You will have opportunities to exhibit your work through curating student-led exhibitions in the Graduate Show.
Multi-disciplinary
This distinctive programme is multi-disciplinary and collaborative in nature and will appeal to students with a wide range of interests in all aspects of arts.
No examinations
Assessments are 100% based on portfolios, report and projects.
Employable graduates
95% graduates were employed within 6 months upon graduation.
Student achievements
17% outstanding students were awarded Government Scholarships in 2021.
Modules
- Exhibition Design Process 3.1: Selection: Atmosphere & Experience
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You will respond to a pre-defined project brief for a small-scale communicative environment. The project requires conceptual thinking and the spatial translation of design intentions. This project offers an opportunity to add a distinctive project to the final year portfolio and illustrate proficiency in a specific are oaf design practice.
- Exhibition Design Process 3.2: Autonomy: Concept & Design
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You will develop a scheme design for a self-directed medium scale communicative design project, which forms the basis of the exhibition design treatise. The module incorporates interpretive and thematic planning, strategic and conceptual thinking, and the spatial translation of design intentions.
- Exhibition Design Process 3.3: Technical Resolution & Communication
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The detailed exploration and communication of a complete design resolution for a previously defined and developed communicative environment.
- Research Process 3: Design Exegesis
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You are expected to complete a large-scale self-directed research study to support the design treatise. The research study captures the design brief, and serves to extend critical thinking, research, and reflective thinking skills.
Assessment
Portfolios, reports, presentation and projects.
QF Level
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QF Level : Level 5 |
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Entry Requirements
Holders of VTC Higher Diploma in Event/Exhibition/Stage Design areas
- HD in Event and Exhibition Design
- HD in Stage and Set Design
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Holders of Higher Diploma (HD) or Associate Degree (AD) or equivalent qualification in a relevant Event/Exhibition/Stage Design area awarded by a recognised institution, or equivalent experience will also be considered. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an interview and submit a portfolio.
English Proficiency Requirements^
An overall band score of at least 6.0 in IELTS, with no subtest score of less than 5.5, or equivalent.
(VTC Higher Diploma graduates are exempted from the requirements.)
^ Under review and subject to change
Fees
- Application Fee : HK$200 (No application fee before the deadline!)
- Registration Fee : HK$3,500
- Tuition Fee : HK$91,850 by 2 instalments
(Deduct up to HK$33,740 via NMTSS)
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Eligible students for NMTSS only need to pay the tuition fee net of NMTSS. After admission, students with outstanding academic performance at sub-degree level will be nominated for OPS and the awardees will receive the scholarship around July/August next year. The disbursement of NMTSS and the award of OPS will be subject to the final approval by the Education Bureau (EDB). |
Scholarships
A variety of attractive scholarships are available to current and graduating SHAPE students.
Financial Aids
The following HKSAR Government financial assistance schemes are available to eligible students who pursue this programme at SHAPE:
For details including eligibility and subsidy amount, please refer to the hyperlink of each scheme.
Career Prospects
Owing to the multi-disciplinary approach of the course, graduates may choose to work on event, retail, theatre, exhibition, or communication design-based projects. 95% graduates in 2021 were employed within 6 months upon graduation.
Further Studies
Having been recognised at QF Level 5, this top-up degree programme meets the standard of locally-accredited bachelor's degree programmes. Upon graduation, students can pursue their further studies at Master’s degree level in Hong Kong or Overseas.
Project Showcase
Owing to the multi-disciplinary approach of the course, graduates may choose to work on event, retail, theatre, exhibition, or communication design-based projects. 95% graduates in 2021 were employed within 6 months upon graduation.

Student Awards
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"Students of this programme can study and work on group projects at studios in the campus, I enjoyed this facility a lot and it had brought me many memorable moments. The projects of this programme were very practical and enhanced my thinking and development process, this will definitely benefit my future career." So Ka Yu BA (Hons) Design for Event, Exhibition and Performance
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Student | Award |
Wong Man Yiu | HKSAR Government Outstanding Performance Scholarship 2020-21 |
Cheung Chun Ho | HKSAR Government Outstanding Performance Scholarship 2020-21 |
Leung Ka Yu | HKSAR Government Outstanding Performance Scholarship 2020-21 |
Leung Man Hei | HKSAR Government Reaching Out Award 2020-21 |
Wong Wing Yi | HKSAR Government Reaching Out Award 2020-21 |
Yan Ting Annia | HKSAR Government Reaching Out Award 2020-21 |
Enquiries
Programme Coordinator | Mr. Sing Cheong |
Tel. no. |
3928 2816 |
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General Enquiries |
Ms. Chole Kwong |
Tel. no. |
3928 2588 |
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Connect with SHAPE Community
Connect with Lincoln Community
Registration No. : 252461. It is a matter of discretion for individual employers to recognise any qualification to which this course may lead.