BTEC Level 3 Esports Course in Bristol. Classes run at SGS WISE Campus, full-time during the day. This Pearson Edexcel level 3 btec esports qualification covers the knowledge, skills, and industry context behind competitive gaming and esports. Students aged 16 to 18 years old pay a significantly reduced fee. If you are 19 or over, fees may apply, though concessions may be available. The course runs for 432 hours in total. You'll study topics from game analysis and team strategy to the business and media side of esports.
Who this course is for
Most full-time courses at SGS are for learners aged 16-18 with some provision available for those aged 14 plus on request. If you are aged 19 and over then formal qualifications that are a prerequisite for younger age groups may not be suitable. Please check the college website www.sgscol.ac.uk for more in-depth information regarding full-time study programmes or contact us on 0800 0567 253 or email [email protected]
What you will learn
You'll analyse competitive gameplay, tactics, and team performance.
You'll explore the business, marketing, and media structures behind esports organisations.
You'll develop an understanding of event production and tournament management.
You'll study the physical and mental demands of professional esports performance.
You'll examine the technology and platforms that underpin competitive gaming.
You'll build skills in communication and teamwork within an esports context.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at SGS WISE Campus. Assessment on the Pearson BTEC National Extended Certificate is a mix of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed units set by Pearson Edexcel. Assignments are based on real esports scenarios and industry briefs. External assessments are taken under timed conditions at set points in the year.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. SGS WISE Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Esports coach or analyst: supporting teams with performance and strategy
Esports event coordinator: planning and running competitive gaming events
Gaming content creator: producing video, streaming, or written esports content
Esports journalist or broadcaster: covering tournaments and industry news
Community manager: running online communities for gaming brands or teams
Social media coordinator: managing channels for esports organisations
What you could study next
Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Games Design or Media: a Level 4 or 5 route into the creative and games industries.
BA (Hons) Esports, Games Design, or Sports Business degree: many universities accept BTEC National qualifications for entry onto relevant degree programmes.
Level 3 qualifications in Business, Marketing, or Media: useful if you want to move into the commercial side of esports.
