Esports (BTEC Level 2 Certificate) — Full-time

This qualification is for you if you are looking to progress to employment in the esports industry, possibly via an apprenticeship in a related industry, or if your aspirations may be to progress to further education.

The qualification is endorsed by The British Esports Association as being suitable for people wanting to work in this industry.

This is a career-focused qualification with industry endorsement enabling you to develop underpinning knowledge and technical and transferable skills that gain experience in a variety of different sections of the esports industry.

You will study four mandatory units:

• Unit 1: Esports Games, Teams and Tournaments
• Unit 2: Establishing an Esports Organisation
• Unit 3: Streaming for Esports
• Unit 4: Plan an Esports Event.

The mandatory content will allow you to develop your technical skills across the different unit areas, supported by underpinning knowledge. All assessment relates to the esports industry.

Communication skills are developed throughout the units, and you can also enhance your broader skills in ICT, while literacy and numeracy skills are also developed throughout.

You can expect:

Esports-specific topics:

You'll delve into the world of esports, learning about its history, culture, different games and genres, competitive formats, and even the skills needed to play at a high level.

Broader industry skills:

The course will also equip you with transferable skills relevant to the wider game and media industry.

This helps you apply your knowledge and gain real-world experience.

Career preparation: By learning esports-specific skills and broader industry knowledge, you'll be prepared for various career paths within the growing esports industry, such as event management, broadcasting, marketing, content creation, and even professional gaming.

Transferable skills: Even if you don't end up working directly in esports, the transferable skills you gain, like communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and digital literacy, are valuable in any career.

Passion-driven learning: If you're passionate about esports, this course can be a fun and engaging way to learn and deepen your knowledge while developing valuable skills.