BTEC Level 3 Esports Course in Plymouth. Classes run at City College Plymouth, full-time during the day. The course runs for 42 weeks and covers the skills, knowledge, and industry understanding behind competitive gaming and esports. You'll study topics across game design, broadcasting, event management, and the business side of esports. This level 3 btec esports qualification is assessed through coursework and project-based assignments rather than traditional exams, which suits learners who prefer practical, portfolio-style work. It can also support applications to university esports or games-related degrees.
Who this course is for
https://www.cityplym.ac.uk/find-a-course/
What you will learn
You'll explore the structure and business of the esports industry
You'll develop knowledge of game design principles and mechanics
You'll study how esports events are planned, produced, and broadcast
You'll learn about team management, coaching, and player performance
You'll build skills in digital media and content creation for esports
You'll analyse the commercial and marketing side of competitive gaming
How you will learn
This is a classroom-based course delivered full-time during the day at City College Plymouth. Assessment is through coursework, assignments, and projects. There are no written exams. You'll build a portfolio of work across the units, with each piece of assessed work contributing to your final grade. Teaching combines tutor-led sessions, group work, and independent study.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. City College Plymouth will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Content creator or streamer, producing gaming video and live content
Esports team manager, supporting player development and logistics
Gaming journalist or broadcaster, covering the esports industry
Social media manager, running channels for gaming brands or teams
Games marketing assistant, promoting titles and esports events
What you could study next
A degree in Esports, Games Design, or Sports Management at university. This btec esports qualification is recognised for UCAS points and supports applications to relevant degree programmes.
A Level 3 qualification in Digital Media or Creative Media Production if you want to focus on the content and broadcasting side of the industry.
A Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Computing or Creative Media as a shorter higher-education route.
