Free BTEC Level 3 Esports Course in Great Yarmouth. Classes run full-time at East Norfolk Sixth Form College, five days a week during the day. The course takes 12 months to complete. You'll study the esports industry from the ground up, covering competitive gaming, event management, broadcasting, and the business side of a fast-growing global sector. Entry requires at least a grade 4 in GCSE English Language and a grade 3 in GCSE Maths. The course combines substantial written and theoretical work with practical assignments.
Who this course is for
Esports is defined as organised competitive gaming ,
which is human versus human, either as individuals or in teams. The
esports industry is a fast-growing global industry. In February 2019,
Newzoo published its 2019 Global Esports Market Report. This stated
that, in 2018, the global esports market was valued at 655 million
U.S. dollars. This rose to nearly 865 million U.S. dollars in 2019 and is
projected to reach 1.79 billion U.S dollars in 2022.
Entry requirements
Learners must have achieved at least a grade 4 in English Language (essential) and a grade 3 in Maths at Level 2. Learners must be aware that there is a large theoretical and written component to the course that compliments practical assignments.
What you will learn
You'll explore the structure and growth of the global esports industry.
You'll study how esports events are organised, managed, and broadcast.
You'll analyse competitive gaming formats, team dynamics, and tournament structures.
You'll develop knowledge of marketing and audience engagement in esports.
You'll examine the business models that underpin esports organisations.
You'll produce written reports and theoretical work alongside practical assignments.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of classroom teaching, written assignments, and practical projects. Assessment is largely coursework-based, with theoretical components forming a significant part of the qualification. You'll complete assignments that draw on both your subject knowledge and your ability to apply it to real esports contexts. Classes are delivered in person, full-time during the day.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. East Norfolk Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Esports event coordinator, supporting the planning and running of tournaments.
Esports broadcaster or commentator, covering live competitive gaming.
Social media and content manager for an esports organisation.
Esports team manager, handling logistics and player welfare.
Gaming community manager, building and moderating online audiences.
Marketing assistant in the games or esports industry.
What you could study next
Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Games Design or Creative Media, for those wanting to move into the production side of the industry.
A degree in Esports Management, Sports Management, or Business, available at several UK universities that now recognise the BTEC National Diploma as a direct entry qualification.
Level 3 qualifications in Marketing or Business, if you want to specialise in the commercial side of esports.
