Esports


Course Duration: 2 years Course Level: BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
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Esports is one of the fastest-growing entertainment industries globally. This exciting new course combines competitive gaming with business, enterprise and events management, giving you the skills needed to work in this dynamic sector.

Why study Esports? Step into the thrilling world of competitive gaming and be part of an industry that’s revolutionising entertainment. With professional teams, sold-out arenas, and millions of viewers worldwide, esports offers incredible opportunities for those looking to turn their passion for gaming into a career.

Key benefits:

  • Be part of an industry worth over £1 billion globally
  • Develop practical skills in gaming, events management and business
  • Learn about streaming, broadcasting and content creation
  • Gain transferable skills valued by employers and universities
  • Join a rapidly expanding sector with diverse career opportunities

Course Overview
You’ll learn through a mix of practical and theoretical study, including organising events, creating content, and developing business strategies.

Year 1
In your first year, you’ll build a solid foundation in esports fundamentals. You’ll explore the core principles of the industry, learning essential skills in gaming strategy and analysis. You’ll discover how to create engaging content through video production and live streaming, while developing your understanding of business and entrepreneurship. The year includes hands-on experience with brand development and social media management, giving you practical skills that are vital in the industry.

Year 2
Your second year builds on these foundations, focusing on more specialised areas of the industry. You’ll gain practical experience in events management, develop your shoutcasting abilities, and explore the psychological aspects of competitive gaming. You’ll also study advanced topics such as computer networking, games design, and sports law. This year emphasises practical application, with opportunities to coach others and create immersive customer experiences, preparing you for real-world industry scenarios.

Careers in Esports
The esports industry offers a diverse range of exciting career opportunities that combine gaming, business, and digital media. Whether you’re interested in being centre stage as a player or presenter, working behind the scenes in event management, or developing business strategies, there’s a pathway for you in this rapidly growing industry.

Career opportunities include:

  • Esports Player
  • Team Coach
  • Events Manager
  • Content Creator
  • Social Media Manager
  • Shoutcaster/Presenter
  • Tournament Administrator
  • Marketing Executive
  • Business Development Manager

With the industry continuing to grow, new roles and opportunities are emerging all the time. The skills you learn on this course are also highly transferable to other sectors, including traditional sports, events management, digital marketing, and business development.

What subjects go well with Esports?

  • Business Studies
  • Media Studies
  • IT/Computer Science
  • Psychology
  • Physical Education
  • Art and Design

Entry Requirements

  • 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths
  • A genuine interest in gaming and esports
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • Basic IT skills
  • Enthusiasm and commitment to the subject
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