ESPORTS.

Esports, short for electronic sports, is a booming and rapidly growing industry of competitive gaming.

Much like regular sport, professional players and teams compete in local, national and global competitions and tournaments, often for impressive prize money.

Pro players require dedication, skill, discipline and prep like any other athlete, dedicating their time to practising, analysing performance, physical training and tournament strategy as well as any influencing or sponsorship obligations.

Jobs in the industry are not just restricted to players, an army of support is needed including coaches, analysts, commentators, event organisers, marketing and PR, game developers and designers, team managers and content creators.

 

Why study with us? 

  • Learn in our dedicated Esports studio equipped with top spec gaming rigs.
  • Compete in in-house competitions and represent the college at national tournaments.
  • Hear from our network of industry professionals and business owners who’ll share their insights and experiences.

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JOIN OUR SPORTS ACADEMIES

Eight specialist sport academies, all offering first class training, coaching and playing opportunities for everyone, regardless of what you study.

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Employment Edge.

We promise you a top quality education with real world skills that will help you in life as well as in work. We call this education with employment edge.

Industry first.
Course content shaped with employers so you leave with the skills they need and the know how to hit the ground running.
Confidence & Qualifications.
Together we’ll build your character as well as your skills.
Education with you, not to you.
A personalised career plan just for you, from day one.
Quality learning spaces.
Multi million pound kit and equipment matching that found in industry.

School Leaver Course Guide 2025/2026

View or download our course guide for 16-18 year olds.

Gateshead College School Leavers guide for 2025 - 2026