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University of Northampton

Northampton, England, United Kingdom

Esports BSc (Hons)

BSc (Hons) Esports places significant emphasis on the development of knowledge and real-world skills needed in sports technology, analytics, media, marketing, gameplay, and performance, to meet the growing demand for qualified graduates in the fastpaced world of Esports.

The degree is split into three levels. In the first level, you’ll develop a breadth of knowledge and skills, in the fields of competitive gameplay analysis, Esports marketing, Esports journalism and reporting, the psychology behind Esports performance and coaching, and you’ll even work towards organizing your first Esports event.

In the second and third stages of the degree you’ll have the opportunity to specialize; choosing from a range of contemporary Esports topics such as Esports branding and promotion, the psychology of performing under pressure, using digital media and reporting on Esports events, exploring VR and immersive technologies, and building to advanced knowledge of international Esports culture and business opportunities. In the third stage of the degree, you’ll also get the opportunity to apply your knowledge in a work placement setting, produce an online live event, and undertake an Esports development project, giving you the experience and skills needed to break into the Esports industry.

Campus Information

Waterside Campus

Intakes

  • Jan
  • May
  • Sep

Application Processing Time in Days: 21

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

Studying esports at university will open up a range of career and job opportunities in esports, including:

Campaign manager
Caster
Communications manager
Content and digital creator
Esports manager
Esports specialist
Esports executive
Esports operations manager
Events organiser
Esports journalist
Esports sponsorship manager
Esports social media specialist
Esports talent acquisition manager, plus many more opportunities.

PSW Opportunity

  • 2 Years PSW is applicable after completing a minimum duration of 9 months course (like- Undergraduate, Postgraduate Level)
  • 3 Years PSW is applicable after completing PhD level courses.

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

BANGLADESH

We accept the following qualifications:

  • Higher Secondary Certificate / Intermediate,
  • Year 1 of Bachelor’s degree in Bangladesh from an institution listed on UKNARIC,
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma,
  • International Baccalaureate Certificate with good results,
  • Successful completion of a Foundation program from a UK awarding body,
  • A Levels

INDIA

We accept the following qualifications:

  • Standard 12,
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma,
  • International Baccalaureate Certificate with good results,
  • Successful completion of a Foundation program from a UK awarding body,
  • A Levels

NEPAL

We accept the following qualifications:

  • Higher Secondary Education Board Examination,
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma,
  • International Baccalaureate Certificate with good results,
  • Successful completion of a Foundation program from a UK awarding body,
  • A Levels

PAKISTAN

We accept the following qualifications:

  • High School Certificate,
  • 2-Year Bachelor’s degree in Pakistan from an institution listed on UKNARIC,
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma,
  • International Baccalaureate Certificate with good results,
  • Successful completion of a Foundation program from a UK awarding body,
  • A Levels

SRI LANKA

We accept the following qualifications:

  • A-Levels (Sri Lanka or the UK)
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma,
  • Successful completion of a Foundation program from a UK awarding body

Please include the following documents with your completed application form:

  • Details of your English Language competence, for example, Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOFEL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) tests or equivalent.
  • Certified copies of your school certificates and any other relevant qualifications. A certified copy is a photocopy that has an original official stamp of your school, college, or university on it. The stamp should not be a photocopy.
  • At least one reference (signed and on headed paper).
  • A personal statement to explain why you are interested in studying your chosen course.

Bachelors degrees: IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each band (or equivalent)

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