Course Summary
Are you passionate about gaming and interested in exploring the fast-growing world of Esports?
This course provides an exciting introduction to the Esports industry, helping you develop the knowledge, practical skills and professional behaviours needed for further study and future careers. You’ll gain an understanding of how the industry operates, from competitive gaming and tournaments to content creation, event planning and organisation management.
Whether you aspire to work behind the scenes, create content, organise events or compete as part of a team, this course will give you the opportunity to explore the many career pathways available within the Esports sector.
Key Topics
- Esports Games, Teams and Tournaments
- Establishing an Esports Organisation
- Streaming for Esports
- Plan for an Esports Event.
Assessment
This course is 100% course work. You will be expected to undertake different assessments, which will see you completing work in the form of:
- Presentations
- Written Work e.g. Reports, Event Planning etc.
- Recordings/Video Evidence
Enrichment Opportunities
Students can take part in Esports enrichment activities, whether they prefer casual gaming or competitive play. Those looking to take their skills further can represent the College as part of the SV Sharks Esports Team, competing in the British Student Championships against colleges and schools from across the country.
Progression
University Courses: Esports Management, IT, Media, Law, Coaching, Business, Event
Management, Software Engineering.
Career Options: Marketing, Sales, Advertising, Branding, Merchandising, Media, Event Management, Social Media, Design, Business Development, Coaching.
Entry Requirements
At least four GCSEs at grade 2-3 or above, or the successful completion of a Level 1 study programme.