Key Facts
- Starting
8 Sep 2025- Location
- Kingston Hall Road Centre
- Start Date
- Sep 2025
- Level
- Level 2
- Code
- KBT2007CF
BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Gaming and Esports
The BTEC Level 2 in Gaming and Esports is aimed at students who are looking to progress into employment in the Gaming or Esports industries, possibly via an Apprenticeship in a related industry. The qualification is endorsed by the British Esports Association as being suitable for learners wanting to work in the industry.
This one-year full-time course provides an in-depth study of the sector, supporting progression to Level 3 and employment in key areas of the industry such as: Coaching, Health and Fitness in the Esports industry, Enterprise and Creativity, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Esports Events, Practical Gaming, Gaming Citizenship, Personal and Professional Development along with an understanding and appreciation of the positive benefits of esports.
The emphasis is on the development of skills needed to be successful in the Esport industry, including entrepreneurship, innovation, teamwork, communication, leadership skills, confidence building, decision-making, reaction times, reading comprehension skills, cyber skills, dexterity and concentration.
Students who do not have English/Maths GCSE at C/4 will have the opportunity to study English and Maths alongside their programme.
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Entry Requirements
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Course Content
Students will study a variety of units and a range of assessments is used including practical work and case studies.Units student may include: Esports Games, Teams and Tournaments Establishing an Esports organisation Streaming for Esports Plan an Esports Event
Students will also undertake a period of work placement.
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Progression Next Steps
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Additional Information
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Assessment Details