This course starts from September 2025. This course runs for two years part-time, and is a Top-Up of the FdA in Esports Education: Coaching, Health and Wellbeing.
Students will need to have fully completed an appropriate Level 5 qualification in a relevant/associated subject area. Potential students will be required to undertake an informal discussion with the teaching team.
Esports Education: Coaching, Health and Wellbeing BA (Hons) Level 6 Top-up Degree, this qualification is validated by Leeds Trinity University.
The BA (Hons) Esports Education: Coaching, Health and Wellbeing Top-Up degree offers an innovative curriculum. Students gain expertise in Esports, education, health, and coaching, leveraging state-of-the-art facilities. This program enhances employability with practical skills and industry links. It is ideal for those aiming to thrive in the expanding global Esports sector. Diverse teaching methods and assessments prepare students for various career paths.
Course highlights:
Year 1
Year 2
Assessment will be varied and devised by tutors to best meet the needs of students and the course with most units assessed via coursework. Coursework assessments could take any form but are likely to include digital resources, reports, presentations, professional discussions, research and group activities as well as practical assessment, evaluation and reflection.
You will need writing materials, paper, pens and folders. Students will require suitable practical kit (including suitable indoor and outdoor footwear). Students will require a reliable storage device (e.g. USB). Access to a computer and an internet connection at home would be an advantage. Students are advised to bring laptops, tablets or smart devices to support learning that takes place in lessons. Students will be required to purchase branded kit for practical, community and/or industry-related work.
SciTech Digital Innovation Centre
Falcon Street
Barnsley
S70 2EY
It is anticipated that some students may progress on to undertake related post-graduate degrees such as MA, MRes or MSc. Students may well take alternative post graduate qualifications in, for example, teaching such as PGCEs or similar. The skills developed through the course are transferable into a range of employment scenarios and students will be given support in aiding smooth progression into a variety of industries and careers.
£2,995 per year.
We offer a service to any student who has a diagnosis of anything persistent or long-term which might interfere with how they study and manage their day-to-day academic engagement. The service is flexible and shaped around the needs of each individual; it might be consistent support or intermittent support.
For further information please visit the Disability and Dyslexia Service (DDS) web page for more information.
As a Higher Education student living in England you may be eligible for the non-means tested Tuition Fee Loan from the Government and a Maintenance Loan.
Students with children or dependant adults may qualify for a Childcare Grant or Adult Dependants’ Grant. Students can apply for these at the same time as applying for a Maintenance Loan.
Remember: Eligible students will not have to pay tuition fees in advance and can apply for the Maintenance Loan before they start the course.
Visit the Student Finance page on the Government website for further details and to apply.
For further information please contact our friendly Information Team on +44 (0)1226 216 123 or email info@barnsley.ac.uk
Barnsley College has a range of sports opportunities for all students to take part in, gain professional training and compete nationally and internationally. We also have a state-of-the-art fitness village, Honeywell Sports Village where students can make use of our fitness suite, spinning studio and classes for competitive rates. You don’t have to be studying sport to get involved in the Sports Academy.
Our Additional Learning Support team can provide you with the support you need. Call 01226 216 769 for further information.
Please note we reserve the right to change details without notice. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
