eSports and Gaming
Qualification Gained: Edexcel BTEC Introductory Award in Vocational Studies
Study LevelLevel 1 Course TypeSchool Leavers Duration1 Academic Year Start DateSeptember 2025 Study ModeFull-time LocationAdvanced Technology CentreOverview
This course will teach you all about the exciting world of gaming and esports (competitive video games). It’s perfect if you love games and want to learn how to turn that into a job or keep studying in this area.
You’ll learn how games and esports work, how to be part of a team, and how to use gaming gear properly. The course also shows you how to stay safe and healthy while gaming
Key Info
- Gaming Basics: Learn how video games and esports work.
- Working as a Team: Find out how to play with others and use good communication and strategy.
- Hands-On Gaming Skills: Practise real gaming and esports activities.
- Using Equipment: Learn how to use gaming tools and gear the right way.
- Staying Safe: Understand how to avoid injuries and game in a safe way.
Essential Unit: Developing a Personal Progression: This unit helps you plan and develop your personal and professional goals in the gaming industry.
Optional Units (choose one)
- Designing a Product: Learn the fundamentals of product design, including conceptualisation, development, and presentation. Gain practical experience in playing and mastering various games. Understand different gaming strategies and how to improve your skills.
- Branding a Product: Understand the principles of branding and how to create a strong brand identity for products.
- Presenting a Business Idea: Develop skills in presenting business ideas effectively to potential stakeholders. Learn the skills needed to manage esports teams and events professionally. Understand the business aspects of esports.
- Designing an Interactive Presentation: Gain expertise in creating engaging and interactive presentations using digital tools.
- Using Digital Communication Technologies: Learn about various digital communication technologies and their applications in the gaming industry. Learn about digital literacy and its importance in the gaming industry.
- Keeping Active and Healthy: Understand the importance of physical activity and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, especially for gamers.
You will be assessed through various methods to ensure a comprehensive evaluation of your understanding and skills. These include:
- Coursework: Written assignments and projects
- Assignments: Specific tasks that require you to apply what you've learned in practical scenarios.
- Presentations: Opportunities to present your findings and ideas
You will complete 30 hours of relevant work experience. This includes working with the National Citizens Service (NCS) programme, which helps you develop key employment skills and behaviours needed for progression to work. This experience is valuable for gaining practical insights and improving your employability in the sports sector.
Completing the Level 1 Esports and Gaming course can open doors to various career opportunities in the gaming industry. This course can be the starting point for a career in esports, such as:
- Professional Gamer: Competing in esports tournaments and events.
- Esports Manager: Managing esports teams and events.
- Other Gaming-Related Careers: Opportunities in game development, streaming, content creation, and more.
If you have any questions or require any additional information, please contact [email protected]
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