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Free Level 2 BTEC Certificate in ESports Course in Carlisle – Carlisle College

CostFREE
Duration35 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 BTEC Certificate in ESports Course in Carlisle. Classes run at Carlisle College, full-time over 35 weeks.

The course covers the esports industry in depth. You'll study how teams, players, and tournaments work. You'll also develop skills employers value: communication, teamwork, leadership, and planning. A highlight is designing and hosting your own esports tournament. The BTEC ESports qualification is developed in partnership with the British Esports Association.

You'll need four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English and maths, or a Functional Skills Level 2 equivalent. You finish with a Pearson Edexcel Level 2 BTEC Certificate in ESports.

Who this course is for

This course is aimed at anyone interetsed in a career within the Esports Industry. You will have the opportunity to learn more about the Esports industry and will take part in regular Esports competitions competing in the British Esports Association Championships whilst developing a range of essential Skills knowledge and behaviours for work. The qualification prepares you for a career in Esports, and there is a focus on career development in Esports and for those looking for an engaging and stimulating qualification who want to specialise in a technical job role. Learning is consistent with current industry practice to enable you to enter further study at level 3. Learners are given the opportunity to develop a range of transferable skills expected by employers such as effective communication, teamwork, leadership, decision making, planning and completing tasks to a high standard, all of which are valued in the workplace.

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs, at grade 3 (D) and above including Maths and English at grade 3 (D) or above, Level 2 Pathway or technical with maths and English Grade 3 (D) or Functional skills Level 2. Please note that entry requirements and course offer can be subject to change at any time.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how the esports industry is structured, including teams, players, and tournaments.
  • You'll take part in competitive esports events, including the British Esports Association Championships.
  • You'll design, plan, and host your own esports tournament.
  • You'll develop communication, teamwork, and leadership skills valued by employers.
  • You'll practise decision-making and task management in a team setting.
  • You'll build knowledge of content creation relevant to the esports sector.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical esports competitions, and project work. Assessment is through assignments and coursework rather than exams. You'll apply your learning by taking part in tournaments and completing a project to design and run your own event. Carlisle College will give you full details of assessment requirements before you start.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Content creator, produces video, streaming, or social media content for esports brands.
  • Esports event coordinator, organises and manages competitive gaming events.
  • Community manager, builds and supports online gaming communities for brands or teams.
  • Social media assistant, manages channels for esports organisations or gaming companies.
  • Broadcast production assistant, supports live esports streams and event coverage.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC in Digital Media or Games Design, a natural next step for those moving into content production or game development.
  • Level 3 BTEC in Business, useful if you want to move into esports management or event promotion.
  • T Level in Digital, a two-year qualification covering broader digital skills with an industry placement.
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