E-Sports
Esports is organised competitive computer gaming. The Esports industry was worth $865 million in 2019 and it’s an industry that supports many jobs and careers now. This qualification is about the business of Esports as well as the skills, strategies and analysis of the actual games. Learners will look at enterprise and entrepreneurship in the industry, as well as health, wellbeing and fitness for those who play Esports. The business of putting on events will also be studied. Learners are given an opportunity for alignment of social, physical and financial skills to deepen and expand learning and will be able to progress to a wide range of university courses.
Study at Level:
Level 3
- Introduction to Esports
- Esports strategies, skills and analysis
- Business enterprise and entrepreneurship
- Health and wellbeing
- Nutrition
- Psychology
- Events management and organisation
- Coaching
- Finance
- Teamwork
- Creativity
Entry requirements for our courses depend on the specific requirements of each Programme of Study and an individual’s previous experience, which will all be discussed during the interview process. The following list offers a guide as to what you might be expected to achieve to gain entry on to a particular level of a course.PLEASE NOTE IN SOME AREAS WHERE THERE IS A HIGHER MATHS, ENGLISH OR SCIENCE CONTENT, OR WHERE TECHNICAL SKILLS ARE REQUIRED, THE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ARE HIGHER THAN STATED BELOW. APPLICANTS ARE ADVISED OF ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR INDIVIDUAL COURSES AT THEIR INTERVIEW AND THIS IS CHECKED AT ENROLMENT. FOR CREATIVE COURSES A PORTFOLIO REVIEW OR AUDITION MAY BE REQUIRED AT INTERVIEW.
Entry Level 3 ProgrammesNo formal entry qualifications but subject to approval from the Foundation Learning Assessment Team.
Level 1 ProgrammesGCSEs grades1-2 or E to G or equivalent, including Foundation Awards and Entry Level Certificates.
Level 2 ProgrammesMinimum of 4 GCSEs grade 3 (previously D) or above including Maths and English language OR Minimum of 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above including Maths and English language and relevant subject qualification OR Minimum of Level 1 course in chosen subject at merit or above and English language and Maths at Level 1.
Level 3 ProgrammesMinimum of 5 GCSEs grade 4 (previously C) or above including Maths and English language OR Minimum of 5 GCSEs grade 4 or above including Maths and English language and relevant subject qualification OR Minimum of Level 2 course in chosen subject at merit or above and English language and Maths at level 2.
Progressing to each level of studyOnce you successfully completed your course you may be able to progress to the next level, following a satisfactory interview with a Tutor. If you’ve finished your Level 3 course you will be offered advice and guidance from our Career Advisers on how to apply for a place at University through UCAS, or how to apply for a job or an Apprenticeship.
Entry Level, Level 1 and Level 2 courses generally last one year; Level 3 courses will usually last for two years.
- Freelance projects
- Work placement within industry
- Esports event/team management
ComicCon EGX Esports competitions Game Republic Bulkhead Interactive
Career Opportunities:
A qualification in Esports can lead to a career in team coaching, Esports playing, shout casting and presenting, social media influencing, video production editing or as a data analyst.
University & Further Studies:
- Games Design
- Esports
- Digital Technology
- Media
- TV Production
- Business Management
- Marketing
- Psychology
- Mental Health Studies
