BTEC Level 3 Esports Course in Kingston upon Thames – Kingston College

Cost£4,513.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

About this course

BTEC Level 3 Esports Course in Kingston upon Thames. Classes run at Kingston College, full-time during the day over 36 weeks. This Pearson Edexcel level 3 btec esports qualification covers the knowledge and skills behind the esports industry, from game design and production to broadcasting, events, and business. You'll study btec esports classes in a structured, focused environment suited to those who want to move quickly through the content.

Who this course is for

Please see our website for full details www.stcg.ac.uk

Entry requirements

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What you will learn

  • You'll explore the structure and business of the esports industry.
  • You'll develop knowledge of game design and production processes.
  • You'll study esports broadcasting, streaming, and content creation.
  • You'll learn how esports events are planned and managed.
  • You'll examine marketing and audience engagement in esports.
  • You'll build understanding of team performance and coaching principles.
  • You'll analyse the technology and platforms that underpin competitive gaming.

How you will learn

As a BTEC qualification, assessment is mainly through coursework and assignments rather than written exams. You'll complete units assessed by your tutors through projects, reports, and practical tasks. Some units may include external assessments set by Pearson Edexcel. Teaching takes place in the classroom at Kingston College, with structured sessions across the week.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Kingston College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Esports event coordinator: organise and manage competitive gaming events.
  • Content creator or streamer: produce gaming content for online audiences.
  • Esports broadcaster or commentator: present and analyse live esports coverage.
  • Community manager: manage player and fan communities for gaming brands.
  • Esports team manager: support and coordinate competitive gaming teams.
  • Games marketing assistant: promote titles and esports brands to audiences.
  • Junior game designer: contribute to the design and development of games.

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) in Esports or Games Design: a degree that builds directly on this level 3 btec esports qualification, available at several UK universities.
  • HNC or HND in Creative Media or Games Development: a higher-level vocational route if you want to specialise in production or technology.
  • Apprenticeship in Digital Marketing or Events Management: apply your esports knowledge in a paid, work-based setting.

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