Esports, Enterprise and Entrepreneurship Level 3 Full-time

In Brief

Start Date / Duration

This course starts in September 2025 and will take two years to complete.

Entry requirements

A keen interest and willingness to be involved in the Esports, Enterprise and Entrepreneurship industries.
Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English and Maths or Level 2 Esports plus GCSE English at grade 3 or above.
You will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Services check along with Initial Assessments in Literacy and Numeracy.

You will achieve

BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Esports (Equivalent to 3 A levels) allowing progression to University.
Level 3 Awards in Esports Business, Industry Knowledge and Tournament Organisation.
Recognised Governing Body Coaching Awards.
Functional Skills – level and subject to be determined.

Course Code

FESP

Course overview

Esports is competitive video gaming where players compete in tournaments. Our two-year full-time course covers Business, Finance, Marketing, Health, Coaching, Video Production, and more. With excellent facilities like our Esports Arena and state-of-the-art classrooms, you’ll gain valuable skills in teamwork, communication, and leadership. Join our Esports Academy and compete in the British Esports Association Championships. Prepare for a dynamic career in the fast-growing esports industry!

Course highlights:

Esports Skills, Strategies and Analysis
Enterprise and Entrepreneurship in the Esports Industry
Health, Wellbeing and Fitness for Esports Players
Producing an Esports Brand
Esports Events
Live-Streamed Broadcasting
Esports Coaching
Customer Immersion Experiences

Assessment will occur continually throughout the programme. You will have unit assignments to complete and will be assessed on your practical ability and application of theory. You will also have time-constrained assessments and written assignments as well as oral presentations, professional discussions and group work. Each individual unit and the full award are graded at Pass, Merit or Distinction.

During practical sessions, kit will consist of an Esports Programme t-shirt along with formal wear appropriate to the Esports business industry. Non-regulation clothing/footwear is not permitted. Students are also recommended to bring their own devices such as keyboard, mouse and/or controller, but this is not essential.

Barnsley Esports Academy clothing can be purchased from the Sports Centre Reception and online through our supplier Pro-Am Kits.

SciTech Digital Innovation Centre
Falcon Street
Barnsley
S70 2EY

On completion of this programme, you could apply for Higher Education or foundation degrees within the Esport, Sport, Business and Leisure industries. Alternatively, students will have gained a range of skills throughout the programme that are recognised by employers and may wish to pursue immediate careers with employers or apprenticeship providers.

Extra information

For further information please contact our friendly Information Team on +44 (0)1226 216 123 or email info@barnsley.ac.uk

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.

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