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International Esports Business (with Foundation Year)

Course details
  • BA (Hons)
  • 4 Years
  • Full-time
  • 09/2026
  • Undergraduate
Course location
College of Esports
Awarded by:
Health Sciences University

Course summary

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to BA (Hons) International Esports Business (with Foundation Year) at the College of Esports. This course prepares students for tertiary study, and develops their understanding of the Esports industry, exploring topics such as events management, marketing, sponsorship, finance, and global trends. Teaching modules are bolstered by the unique CoEs TRI-Curriculum approach, which enhances your social capital through the development of your talent, resilience, and identity in preparation for the exciting and international world of Esports.

WHY STUDY THIS COURSE?

The Foundation Year/Level 3 provides a strong academic and practical base, ensuring you are fully prepared to thrive in your undergraduate degree. Whether you are transitioning from a different field, returning to education, or looking to enhance your skills, the Foundation Year offers structured support in academic writing, research, and interpersonal skills. You will develop essential problem-solving,teamwork, and communication skills that are vital for success in higher education and future professional career.

Studying International Esports Business will give you the chance to study the esports industry holistically from a new perspective.

The course will allow you to delve into the many different subsections of Esports Business Management, allowing you to find your feet within the industry and practice many different skills that can be applied vocationally.

THE AIMS OF THIS COURSE:

  • To prepare you for a career in the global esports business or further study with the skills of enquiry, within an evidence-based practice-led, knowledge applied interdisciplinary curriculum and performative research framework.

  • To prepare you with the competencies needed to adapt and thrive in life’s continuously changing environments, employment and an increasingly diverse global society.

  • To shape your moral and ethical compass through opportunities to reflect personally & professionally and make an active contribution as global citizens.

Student Enhancement through our TRI-Curriculum Approach

The College of Esports TRI-Curriculum is a unique and dynamic model designed to develop students not just academically, but professionally and personally. Your degree is just the beginning; the TRI-Curriculum equips you with the experience, insight, and professional confidence to make it count. It ensures that every learner builds the skills, networks, and real-world experience to thrive in their career.

The TRI-Curriculum is embedded throughout the student journey and ensures every learner graduates World Ready through 3 core pillars:

  1. CoEs Esports & Games Partnerships
  2. Student Enhancement Opportunities
  3. Student Placements & Internships

College of Esports degrees are awarded by Health Sciences University.

Modules

Foundation Year/30 Credit Units:
Academic Skills and Personal Development
Contemporary Issues in Esports
Employability Skills in Esports
Leadership Through Esports

Year 1 - Level 4 / 20 Credit Units
Approaches to Personal and Professional Development
Foundations of Leadership and Management
Employability Skills
Entrepreneurship in Esports
The Global Sports Management and Events Industry
International Business Environment

Year 2 - Level 5 / 20 Credit Units
Enquiry Based Learning and Research Practice
Leading, Managing and Coaching
Workplace Learning and Employability
Esports and Social Enterprises
Esports Business and Events
Esports Regulation, Rules and Risks

Year 3 - Level 6 / 20 Credit Units
Research Project
Leading, Managing, Coaching and Mentoring
Professional Development Placement
Strategic Entrepreneurship
Esports Agency, Promotion and Consultancy
Esports Industry and Finance

Modules are subject to change.

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

Apply by
14 January

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:
CE02
Institution code:
E71
Campus name:
College of Esports
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Foundation
  • Year 1

International applicants

N/A

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 48 points

A level - DD

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMP

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£5760Year 1
Northern Ireland£5760Year 1
Scotland£5760Year 1
Wales£5760Year 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

The fee for the foundation year (Year 0) of this course is £5760 for this initial year only.
For all subsequent years, fees will be charged at the capped fee which is currently £9,535 per year.

Sponsorship information

We offer scholarships via our School & College Partner Programme for students studying at our partner institutions. Please ask your current School/College for details. Our School & College Partner Programme (SCPP) is aimed at schools and colleges that currently deliver (or will deliver) the Pearson BTEC in Esports, as well as schools and colleges with a passion for the esports sector. As we are the exclusively accredited university-level institution by the British Esports Federation, we perfectly complement the progression from the accredited BTEC in Esports by Pearson, thus ensuring that students progress from one accredited course to another in a seamless manner. For more information visit https://collegeofesports.ac.uk/school-college-partnership/

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