Sports: Esports, Enterprise and Entrepreneurship Level 3 Full-time (FSPT)

Esports (electronic sports) is competitive video gaming. Tournaments usually consist of amateur or professional gamers competing against one another.

A two year full-time course providing an in-depth study of the sector, supporting progression to Higher Education and employment in key areas of the industry such as: Business, Finance, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Coaching, Leadership, Events Management, Production and Journalism, along with an understanding and appreciation of the positive benefits of Esports. These include the development of teamwork, communication, leadership skills, confidence building, decision making, reaction times, reading comprehension skills, cyber skills, dexterity and concentration.

We have excellent facilities that are tailored to the development of Esport, Enterprise and Entrepreneurship including a dedicated Esports Arena along with a state-of-the-art classroom environment that provides a unique experience for you to truly get a feel for business expectations within the industry. There is also the opportunity to be involved in our Esports Academy which competes in the British Esports Association Championships.

•Esports Business

•Esports Industry Knowledge

•Esports Tournament Organisation

•Enterprise and Entrepreneurs

•Developing a Marketing Campaign

•Personal and Business Finance

•Business Decision Making

•Principles of Management

•Innovation and Enterprises

•Marketing Communications

•Developing an Enterprise Strategy

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.

•A keen interest and willingness to be involved in the Esports, Enterprise and Entrepreneurship industries

•5 GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including English and maths

•You will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Services check along with Initial Assessments in Literacy and Numeracy

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.