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Free Level 2 BTEC Diploma in ESports Course in Swindon

CostFREE
Duration1 year
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 Diploma in ESports Course in Swindon. Classes run at New College Swindon North Star Campus, full-time during the day.

This BTEC esports qualification covers the skills behind the gaming and esports industry. You'll explore game design, content creation, event management, and the business side of esports. The course takes one year to complete.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel Level 2 BTEC Diploma in ESports.

Who this course is for

Anyone

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the structure and culture of the esports industry.
  • You'll develop skills in content creation for gaming audiences.
  • You'll study game design principles and how games are built.
  • You'll learn how esports events are planned and managed.
  • You'll understand the business and marketing side of esports.
  • You'll practise using digital tools relevant to the sector.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at the campus. Assessment for this BTEC Diploma is coursework-based. You'll complete assignments, projects, and practical tasks rather than traditional exams. Work is assessed against set criteria throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. New College Swindon North Star Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Content creator, produces gaming videos, streams, or social media content.
  • Esports event coordinator, helps organise tournaments and live events.
  • Social media manager, manages online presence for gaming brands.
  • Games journalist, writes or presents coverage of the gaming industry.
  • Community manager, builds and runs online gaming communities.
  • Junior game designer, supports the creation of games and game assets.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Esports or Games Design, the natural next step for learners wanting to go deeper into the sector.
  • Level 3 Digital Media or Creative Media Production qualification, useful for those focusing on content creation.
  • A university degree in Game Design, Esports Management, or Digital Media, for those aiming for graduate-level roles.
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