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Esports

  • HNC
  • 1 Years
  • Full-time
  • 09/2026
  • Undergraduate
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Pearson Education Ltd
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2026-2027
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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
This course is not accepting applications for deferred entry.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Main Site

Study options

  • HNC • Full-time • 1 Years

Start dates

  • 09/2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
CES1
Institution code:
S26
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

Solihull College & University Centre has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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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:
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

Must be a relevant subject area to the subject qualification.

A level

A minimum of three A levels equivalent to 64 UCAS Tariff Points must be a relevant subject area to the subject qualification.

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

In a relevant subject area to the subject qualification.

Access to HE Diploma

Pass in Access course with 60 credits overall including 45 Level 3 credits passed with a minimum of 64 UCAS in a relevant subject area to the subject qualification.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

GCSE A*-C or 9-4 in English Language and Mathematics or a recognised equivalent.

T Level - Pass (C and above)

In a relevant subject area to the subject qualification.

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.

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

Equal consideration is given to applicants who are currently in relevant work and wish to apply to Solihull College & University Centre. To apply, they must have a minimum of 3 years’ relevant work experience, demonstrating technical, management or supervisory duties. Any application must also include a reference from their line manager which supports entry to higher education.

Learn more on the Solihull College & University Centre website

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£6701Year 1
Northern Ireland£6701Year 1
Scotland£6701Year 1
Wales£6701Year 1
Channel Islands£6701Year 1
Republic of Ireland£6701Year 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.

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