14Jun
UndergraduateWarwickshire College and University Centre has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
This degree prepares students for the rapidly growing industry that is Esports. As such an infantile industry, there has been a growing demand for educated students who have developed the skills, knowledge and behaviours to ensure the industry’s stability and growth. With the help of learning the newer advanced technologies both innovatively and creatively, the course seeks to prepare graduates to be at the forefront of the Esports industry’s transforming job market, equipping them with an array of transferable skills, knowledge, and behaviours. This course is a four year degree that includes additional academic content designed to support learners who may not have the academic qualifications to join the three year full-time degree. This course is delivered and awarded by Warwickshire College and is regulated by the Office for Students (OfS). For our Higher Education Terms and Conditions please visit https://wcg.ac.uk/page/701/terms-and-conditions
Modules
Modules may include: Years 1 & 2 - Level 4 Academic Study Skills, Employability and T-Shaped The Rise of Esports Organising An Esports Event Leading, Managing and Coaching Esports Esports Sponsorship Introduction to Broadcasting Year 2 - Level 5 Work-based and Placement Learning Digital Content Creation Games Design Theory for Esports Impact of Social Media Media Production & Presentation Branding Year 3 - Level 6 Research, Theory and Design Digital Esports Marketing Dissertation Research Project Online Event Delivery Work-Based and Placement Learning (WBPL) is a fundamental and mandatory aspect of all Warwickshire College degrees. Students are expected to complete 100 hours of work-based or placement learning by the end of Level 5. We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated, please contact us for the latest information.
Assessment method
The modules will be integrated into a programme of continuous assessment through assignments. There are no exams associated with this course.
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- I636
- Institution code:
- W25
- Campus name:
- Royal Leamington Spa College
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 32 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
The college would consider applications from mature students with relevant work experience who may not have related formal academic qualifications.
Additional entry requirements
Interview
Applicants will normally be invited to attend an application meeting. The application meeting is part of a supportive process to help you to decide the right course for you and your career goals.
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £4500 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £4500 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £4500 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £4500 | Year 1 |
| EU | £11950 | Year 1 |
| International | £11950 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Years 1 and 2 £4,500 per year (United Kingdom)
Years 3 and 4 £9,535 per year (United Kingdom)
Years 1 and 2 £11,950 per year (International including EU)
Years 3 and 4 £11,950 per year (International including EU)
The following course-related costs are included in the tuition fees:
Annual £10 printing credit
The following course-related costs are not included in the tuition fees:
Additional printing over and above the £10 printing credit
Cost of books that you might wish to purchase
Cost of electrical equipment such as laptops, notebooks and stationery for your personal use
Accommodation and living costs not included in the fees:
This information can be obtained from our Accommodation webpage (https://wcg.ac.uk/accommodation).
Sources of financial support
If you receive funding from Student Finance you may be eligible to apply for additional benefits. Details can be obtained from our HE fees and financial support webpage (https://wcg.ac.uk/page/180/he-fees-and-financial-support).
Bursaries
WCG also provides bursaries for undergraduate students, for which you may be eligible to apply. You can check your eligibility for these types of financial support, along with their value and application deadlines, at our HE fees and financial support webpage (https://wcg.ac.uk/page/180/he-fees-and-financial-support).
Provider information
Warwickshire College and University Centre
Warwick New Road
Leamington Spa
CV32 5JE