Level 3 Extended Diploma in Esports

A minimum of four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, preferably including English and Maths or a Level 2 Diploma at Merit grade.

Esports is the fastest-growing sports industry: worth $1.1 billion in 2019 and to grow to $6 billion in 2026. You’ll learn a range of subjects including Esports coaching, events management, Livestream broadcasting, business applications and many more. Our course tutors are specialists in their fields and have experience in managing Esports events. Our course is endorsed by the British Esports Association, meaning it is recognised by employers and supports entry into a range of roles.

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 Coaching.

Year 2

• Esports Events
• Live-streamed Broadcasting
• Video Production
• Business Applications of Esports in Social Media
• Shoutcasting 
• Ethical and Current Issues in Esports
• Launching Your Esports Enterprise
• Computer Networking.

The course involves the completion of a set number of units over two years covered through practical coursework units. All units are internally assessed and then verified by an external moderator from the examining board. Assessment is based on the achievement of all the specified learning outcomes. You will complete a number of skills-based briefs which will enable you to provide evidence to show that you have met the grading criteria. Each unit will be awarded a pass, merit, or distinction. Progression into year 2 is dependent on successfully passing each unit

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.

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.

Want to continue your learning journey after college? Progress your training to degree level on an undergraduate course at university or an apprenticeship.

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.

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