Level 3 Extended Diploma in Esports
Mode of study | Vocational Full-time |
Duration | 2 Years |
Campus | London Road Campus |
Start date | 2 September 2024 |
Course code | FLR3ESP (2426) |
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Entry Requirements
A minimum of four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above (preferably including English and Maths), or a Level 2 Diploma at Merit grade.
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What does the course involve?
Esports is the fastest growing sports industry. In 2019, it was worth £1 billion, and it is set to grow to £5 billion by 2026. You’ll study a range of topics, including Esports coaching, event management, livestream broadcasting, and business applications.
Our course tutors are specialists in their fields and have experience managing Esports events. This course is endorsed by the British Esports Association, meaning it is recognised by employers and supports entry into a range of industry roles.Topics included in year 1:
• Introduction to esports
• Esports skills, strategies and analysis
• Enterprise and entrepreneurship in the esports industry
• Health, wellbeing and fitness for esports players
• Producing an esports brand
• Games design
• Esports coachingTopics included in year 2:
• Esports events
• Livestreamed broadcasting
• Video production
• Business applications of esports in social media
• Shoutcasting
• Ethical and current issues in esports
• Launching your esports enterprise
• Computer networking -
How is the course assessed?
Your work will be continuously assessed throughout the course. This is based on assignments and projects that you will be asked to complete with set deadlines.
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How much does it cost?
Due to the nature of the practical work undertaken on this course, students will be required to bring a minimum 1TB hard drive and a digital card reader.
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Additional Notes
You can join one of our teams, such as Rocket League, and compete across the UK in events hosted by the British Esports Association.
You can continue your learning after college by progressing to an apprenticeship or study at university.
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Further Information
The Esports Hub and Pro Gamer training facility is a professional standard facility designed to replicate a competitive gaming tournament stadium. It houses dedicated presenter and Shoutcaster spaces, in addition to the specialist workstations required to deliver a truly competitive environment. Competitive Societies Join one of our teams, such as the Rocket League, and compete across the UK in events hosted by the British Esports Association.
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What do I do next?
You can apply online via the APPLY NOW button. You can also apply for a second, alternative programme of study such as A Levels via a separate application. If after reading this factsheet, you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop in to one of our Open Evenings, ring Admissions on 01743 342346 or email admissions@scg.ac.uk
Fin Shelley
A Level Business (Economics, Statistics)
Previous school: Thomas Adams School
The teachers are engaging at SCG and I really enjoy the lessons – they are well taught. I have enjoyed learning about finance and also how Twitter can be used in national and international business. Over the Summer I successfully gained an Internship with the JP Morgan Think Ahead Program.
Katie Chatterton
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business
Previous school: Ercall Wood School
I originally took this course as an all-rounder as I wasn’t sure what I wanted to do after college, however I have really enjoyed the course and am looking at a career in business more seriously now. I am considering going onto the HND course to further my knowledge. Doing the HND at SCG will mean I know other students and have a rapport with the teachers, will not have far to travel and it will cost me a lot less than at university.
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I have come to the end of my apprenticeship and have gained not only practical joinery skills but also life skills such as organisation and communication. I have learnt how to work safely and well in a team environment. This apprenticeship has been a brilliant way to earn and learn along the way and has set me up with skills and qualifications to carry me through the rest of my working life.
Charlotte Tobulevicius
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The HNC has provided me with a thorough understanding of business fundamentals, which I have been able to translate into my working life as a Marketing Executive. Having started in this career less than two years ago as an entry level Communications Coordinator, I have already received a promotion and have undertaken increased levels of responsibility.
Luka Freeman
Business Apprentice at Kingsland Financial
I tried the Business Administration Apprenticeship without a lot of work experience or relevant qualifications and very little confidence. My employer gave me a safe and stable environment to learn new and different skills and liaised with the college which tailored the qualification modules to suit my job role. It was an excellent route for me because it gave me the opportunity to learn new skills I had never imagined I would be good at.
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