Free BTEC Level 3 Esports Course in Bexhill-on-Sea. Classes run at Bexhill College, full-time during the day. This two-year course covers competitive video gaming, the esports industry, live events, and the wide range of careers the sector supports. You'll take part in British Esports Championship events as part of your studies. You'll need at least five GCSEs at grades 4 to 9 to apply. The Pearson Edexcel level 3 btec esports qualification is a recognised route into the esports and games industries.
Who this course is for
A new and exciting course where students will learn about organised, competitive video gaming, where people play against each other online. It will also explore the Esports industry, events, and the range of career opportunities available. Students will get the opportunity to take part in British Esports Championship events.
Entry requirements
At Least 5 GCSEs Grades 9-4
What you will learn
You'll explore how organised, competitive video gaming works at a professional level.
You'll study the structure and business of the esports industry.
You'll learn how esports events are planned, managed, and broadcast.
You'll examine the range of career roles available across esports and gaming.
You'll develop practical skills by competing in British Esports Championship events.
You'll analyse how esports teams, organisations, and sponsors operate.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical project work, and live event participation. Assessment is through assignments and coursework rather than exams, following the Pearson BTEC model. You'll build a portfolio of work across the two years. Taking part in British Esports Championship events forms a assessed part of the course. Some trips and workshops are included, and these may carry an additional cost.
What you will need to bring
You'll need to bring a pair of over-ear gaming headphones with a 3.5mm jack and a PC gaming controller. Some resources for productions will also be required. Trips and workshops may involve an additional cost. Bexhill 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
Esports broadcaster or commentator: present and analyse live esports coverage
Social media and content manager: create content for esports teams or brands
Esports team manager: support players and coordinate team operations
Games marketing assistant: promote titles and esports partnerships
Esports journalist or writer: cover the industry for specialist outlets
Sponsorship and partnerships executive: connect brands with esports audiences
What you could study next
Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Games Design or Creative Media: a Level 4 qualification for those wanting to move into games development or production.
BA (Hons) in Esports Management or Games Design: degree-level study at university, building on your BTEC for roles in esports business, production, or design.
Level 3 apprenticeship in Digital Marketing or Events Management: a work-based route into related industries.
