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Solihull College & University Centre has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
This one-year Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Esports provides a comprehensive introduction to the dynamic and fast-growing Esports industry. Designed in collaboration with industry professionals and the British Esports Federation, the course equips students with the technical, strategic, and business skills needed to thrive in a range of Esports careers or progress to further study.
Modules
Unit 401: Esports Ecosystem (15 credits) Unit 402: Skills and Tactics Analysis (15 credits) Unit 403: Event Planning and Delivery (15 credits) Unit 404: Planning an Esports Project (15 credits) Unit 406: Branding and Sponsorship (15 credits) Unit 409: Streaming and Broadcasting (15 credits) Unit 414: Ethics and Fair Play (15 credits) Unit 415: Game Design Philosophy (15 credits)
Assessment method
Assessment is 100% coursework-based and may include: Written assignments and reports Presentations Practical projects Group work Case studies Live briefs and industry-based tasks
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
14Jan
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:
- CES1
- Institution code:
- S26
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
Solihull College & University Centre are not a licenced student sponsor institution for UK student visas; therefore, we are unable to accept applications from students that require a student visa to enter the UK.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
A level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP
Access to HE Diploma
GCSE/National 4/National 5
T Level - Pass (C and above)
English language requirements
Students who are non-native English speakers, or who have not studied the final two years of school in English, but can demonstrate capability in English at a standard commensurate to IELTS 6.0, with a minimum of 5.5 being awarded on individual sections for a level 4, 5 or 6 qualification, will be considered as eligible to apply for the programme/course.
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £6701 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £6701 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £6701 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £6701 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £6701 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £6701 | 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
There will be some mandatory trips: Please budget up to £150 per year for industry visits and events. There is no requirement to buy textbooks, but learners may wish to budget up to £100 for their own copies of principal textbooks. You will also need to budget for travel expenses to travel to and from both campuses.
Sponsorship information
Solihull College & University Centre offer a Higher Education Bursary.
Provider information
Solihull College & University Centre
Blossomfield Road
Solihull
B91 1SB