BTEC Level 2 Esports Course in Plymouth. Classes run at City College Plymouth, part-time during the day. The course runs over 19 weeks, giving you time to study alongside other commitments. You'll explore the esports industry, covering areas such as game design, tournament organisation, broadcasting, and the business side of competitive gaming. This Pearson Edexcel level 2 btec esports qualification is a solid starting point if you're drawn to working in the gaming and esports sector.
Who this course is for
https://www.cityplym.ac.uk/find-a-course/
What you will learn
You'll explore how the esports industry is structured and how it operates commercially.
You'll study the roles and responsibilities involved in running esports events and tournaments.
You'll develop knowledge of game genres, platforms, and competitive gaming formats.
You'll examine how esports content is broadcast and streamed to audiences.
You'll look at marketing, sponsorship, and audience engagement in esports.
You'll consider career routes and professional pathways within the esports sector.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at City College Plymouth. The BTEC Award is assessed through assignments and project-based tasks rather than written exams. You'll build a portfolio of work that demonstrates your understanding of the esports industry. Your tutor will guide you through each unit and give feedback on your assignments as you progress.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. City College Plymouth will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Esports event coordinator: organise and manage competitive gaming events
Esports broadcaster or caster: commentate and present live gaming content
Gaming content creator: produce video and streaming content for gaming audiences
Esports team manager: support and coordinate competitive gaming teams
Games marketing assistant: promote games, brands, and esports events
Social media coordinator: manage online communities for gaming organisations
What you could study next
BTEC Level 3 in Esports or Games Design: a natural next step that goes deeper into the industry and opens doors to higher education.
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production: broadens your skills in content, broadcasting, and digital media relevant to esports.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Games Development: for those looking to move into a degree-level qualification in the gaming field.
