Entry Requirements
4 GCSEs at 4-9 (C-A*) including English
Duration
Two years
Qualification
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
Gain relevant knowledge in each of the main areas of the esports industry, from player to events organiser, with transferable skills in sport, marketing, enterprise, IT, technical understanding, creativity and more.
Understand esports strategies and statistics, an introduction to marketing, promotion, and branding, producing content and the strategic areas of game design.
Gain detailed insight into the industry and keep up-to-date with the most recent eSports news and events to discuss current issues in eSports.
Build on your knowledge of eSports strategies and analysis to develop your coaching skills and performance analysis skill set.
Practice live broadcasting and shout-casting commentary with live games.
Work collaboratively with students on our Graphic Design and Games Design courses to consider games and character design.
Develop logos and branding material that accompany business development plans and game ideas.
From a player’s point of view, you may be expected to wear heart rate monitors and other health equipment to see the effects of stress on performance and health and to consider how to promote good health and well-being for esports players.
This course is based on the esports industry and as such participating in esports is an expectation, either as a player, coach, or organiser/technician. The college takes part in the Student Championships as part of the British Esports Federation for games such as Rocket League, Valorant, League of Legends, and Overwatch. There are also dedicated women’s leagues to raise engagement, as well as a mixture of open championships and nationals. Students will also have the opportunity to go to events and local competitions.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
At least four GCSEs at grades 4-9, or C-A* including English (other grades will be considered on a case by case basis).
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Our bespoke professional development programme aims to empower you to take your next steps into your future career. We achieve this by providing you with a three phase programme of lessons, projects and experiences designed to give you as much exposure to industry as possible.
MATHS AND ENGLISH
If you are 16-18 and don’t already have GCSE Grades 4 or above in mathematics and/or English Literature or Language, it will be compulsory for you to do a GCSE level maths and/or English course alongside your studies with us. Learn more here.
CAREERS AND PROGRESSION
With all the transferable skills you’ll learn on this course, the world really is your oyster. You can head off to University, study a Level 4/5 course or go straight into the world of work.
Typical career paths include:
- Esports Coach: Working with individuals or teams to enhance their gameplay strategies, providing feedback, analysing VOD, and helping them improve their overall performance.
- Esports Manager: Overseeing day-to-day operations, handling team logistics, coordinating schedules, managing player contracts, and developing partnerships with sponsors and stakeholders.
- Esports Analyst or Commentator: Shoutcasting during live events, analysing gameplay strategies, and providing expert insights to viewers.
- Esports Event Organiser: Planning and executing tournaments, coordinating with teams, securing venues, managing logistics, and ensuring a smooth event experience for participants and spectators.
- Esports Marketing: Developing strategies to promote esports teams or individual products or services.
STUDENT BENEFITS
A range of student-friendly offers are available in partnership with WEX. These vary by store so check in with your local branch to see what support they can provide you as an ACC learner.
APPRENTICESHIP PROGRESSION ROUTES
Length: 12 months plus EPA
Progression routes: Social Media Manager, Photographer, Videographer, Graphic Designer – learn more
Progression routes: Digital Marketing Assistant, Digital Marketing Executive, Digital Marketing Coordinator, Social Media Executive, Content Coordinator, Email Marketing Assistant, SEO Executive – learn more
Length: 12 months plus EPA
Progression routes: Event Assistant, Event Coordinator, Fundraising Assistant, Event Manager, Meetings and Events Assistant, Event Promotions Assistant – learn more
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