BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Esports in partnership with Wolves Esports

The course will involve an opportunity to develop sector-specific knowledge, technical and practical skills through hands-on projects and assignments related to esports.

The esports topics include:

-             Game design

-             Tournament organisation

-             Streaming and content creation

-             Marketing and promotion

-             Business

The Esports course is taught within a designated room with specialist equipment to promote the best experience in this field.

The designated environment includes:

-             High specification computers

-             High end graphics cards

-             24” gaming performance monitors

-             Gaming chairs

-             Air-conditioning

This course provides students with the opportunity to participate in live Esports events and competitions, as well as valuable networking opportunities and the chance to meet and learn from industry professionals.

The course will combine mix of theoretical and practical learning and include written coursework, presentations, and video assessments. There are no examinations for this course.

Once you gain your BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Esports qualification, the esports industry offers a variety of job opportunities, including:

• Esports Player: professional esports players compete in organised tournaments and events for prizes and recognition.
• Coach: esports coaches work with players to help them improve their performance and strategy.
• Shoutcaster: shoutcasters provide live commentary and analysis of esports tournaments and events.
• Tournament Analyst: tournament analysts use data and statistics to analyse player and team performance, and provide insights and strategies for improvement.
• Marketing and Sponsorship Manager: this role is responsible for securing sponsorships and developing marketing strategies for esports teams, tournaments, and events.
• Event Manager: event managers plan and execute esports tournaments, including securing venues, managing schedules, and overseeing logistics.
• Content Creator: content creators produce and distribute content such as articles, videos, and social media posts, to promote and cover the esports industry.
• IT and Technical Support: this role involves setting up and maintaining the technology and equipment used in esports tournaments and events, including gaming platforms, hardware, and software.
• Game Developer: game developers create the games that are played in the esports industry, and continuously work to improve and update them.

These are just a few of the many job opportunities available in the esports industry. As the industry continues to grow, new roles and opportunities are likely to emerge.

In the UK, there are a number of universities that offer courses related to esports and the gaming industry. Some of the options include:

• BA (Hons) in Esports Management and Entrepreneurship at Staffordshire University
• BSc (Hons) in Games and Esports Management at Birmingham City University
• BSc (Hons) in Games and Esports Management at Falmouth University
• BSc (Hons) in Esports and Games Development at Teesside University
• MSc in Esports Management at the University of Manchester
• BA (Hons) in Games Design and Esports at the University of South Wales
• BSc (Hons) in Games and Esports Technology at Abertay University
• BSc (Hons) in Esports Management and Technology at the University of Chichester

These courses generally cover a range of topics, including game design and development, esports management, marketing and sponsorship, event management, and technology and equipment. They may also provide hands-on experience and practical projects, such as live tournaments, working with clients and stakeholders, and creating and managing your own esports events.