Are you passionate about gaming and looking for a way to turn your hobby into a career? Look no further than this course, which is designed to give you the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the fast-growing world of Esports.
You’ll have the opportunity to learn from industry professionals and experienced gamers who will teach you everything from the basics of gaming to the skills of competitive play.
You’ll also get to work with cutting-edge technology and equipment that is used in professional Esports tournaments, giving you a taste of what it’s like to compete at the highest levels.
The benefits of this course go far beyond just learning how to play video games.
You’ll also develop important skills like teamwork, communication, and problem-solving, which are highly valued by employers across a range of industries.
Plus, the course is a great way to make new friends and connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for gaming.
Employment opportunities in the Esports industry are growing rapidly, with more and more companies investing in the space and the industry’s revenue expected to reach $1.08 billion.
Whether you’re interested in becoming a professional gamer, a game developer, or an event organizer, our Level 2 and Level 3 courses provide a solid foundation for success in the world of Esports.
So, if you’re ready to take your gaming to the next level and turn your passion into a career, join us for the Level 2 Esports course.
We can’t wait to help you achieve your goals and become a part of the exciting world of Esports!
Three GCSEs at grade 3/D or above or a UAL or equivalent Level 1 Diploma in a related area at Merit or above. Preferably English will be a grade 3/D.
*Please note that if your English and maths are below a grade 4 then you will have to also attend English and maths sessions alongside the games course.
Through the University Arts London (UAL) qualification you will build skills, abilities and confidence in the creative process. You will learn how to reflect on your practice and unlock your creative potential. Assessment is designed to help you be the best you can. Practical work, concept development, design and how you creatively problem solve will all be developed and you are only graded at the end of each year.
In your first year you will start to learn about the fundamentals of Games Production, building your skills in design, game engines, coding, concept art, AR/VR, sound and 3d modelling. Where you exel, will be highlighted in your Final Major Project. This will also allow you to reflect on your research, contextual design, presentation and, of course, your practical skills.
Top-up onto the extended diploma in year two and you will advance your skill set and professional qualities building towards the extended final major project. This will be your chance to show how far you have progressed on the course. Assessed on your professional portfolio of work, you will be ready to progress on to the next step in your exciting career.
We have great links just on our doorstep and we are always looking to bring in new industry partners for you to work with.
We work hard to make these fantastic partnerships with employers to give you valuable experience of the world of work. You will undertake commissioned work for a range of companies both inside and outside of the games industry.
Career development is central to our courses and we continually work to gain you relevant, real world experience. Currently we work with leading technology companies such as PROTO, Sumo Digital, Tombola, Atom Hawk and Infinity 27 to name a few.
We also take part, and are reigning champions, in a number of externally set Game Jams, they’re our favourite thing!
In addition we promote a ‘beyond entertainment” approach where your newly developed skills may be transferred into other fields such as games for education and the gamification of everything. This is highlighted in our partnership with Northumbrian Water, where students are currently working an exciting range of projects.
Our dedicated Games Department has seen over £80,000 in investment over the last few years to ensure our students are working with industry level kit. Liquid cooled gaming rigs and Wacom Cintqs in our cutting edge Graphic Suite and industry standard software such as; 3DS Max, Unreal Engine 4, Unity 3D and the Adobe Creative Suite.
We also have 3 cutting edge Engine Rooms and we also host our own VR lab where you can design and explore cyberspace. Not to mention our partner PROTO on our doorstep, who allow us access to their 3D image labs and motion capture studios. It is safe to say you will be spoilt for choice.
If you decide to progress to Level 3 after completing the Level 2 course, you’ll have even more opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge. Level 3 focuses on advanced gaming techniques, team management, and event planning, preparing you for a career in Esports or related fields. Our Level 3 graduates have gone on to work in a variety of roles, including Esports coaches, event organisers, and game testers.
This course is free to those aged under 19 years old.
Most people aged 19 years and over can qualify for free or reduced price course fees and there are grants and bursaries you can apply for to help cover the costs of coming to college, depending on your circumstances.
If you already have a full level 3 qualification and are aged 19 years over, you can apply for an Advanced Learning Loan or pay the fee upfront in full and qualify for a 10% discount.
You can get more information at our enrolment events, by calling 0191 490 2246 or email us at [email protected]
Whatever support you need, we’re here for you and will make sure you get the most out of your time at college. We have expert teams in place to look after every single one of our students.
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View or download our course guide for 16-18 year olds.