Course details
Course description
Borders College is delighted to be able to offer E-Sports to the region in a vocational area that is rapidly growing. This course will provide candidates with opportunities to enhance their game-playing skills, organise and compete in E-Sports events regionally and nationally and also develop the essential digital skills that are required in the modern-day working environment. By undertaking this course candidates will be provided with a bespoke gaming studio to undertake their course work along with being provided with an area that allows them to prepare and practice in an engaging environment.
Course content:
Upon successful completion, candidates will achieve the following awards;
- NPA E-Sports at SCQF Level 5
- NPA Cyber Security at SCQF Level 5
- NPA Digital Passport at SCQF Level 5
Some of the units included cover topics such as:
- Game Performance
- The E-Sports Industry
- Organising and Promoting Events
Learning outcome
On successful completion of the course, students may progress to some of the pathways outlined elow. NC Computing at SCQF Level 6 Business and Enterprise at SCQF Level 6 Employment opportunities in this vocational area that are applicable to the units undertaken in this course, such as; E-Sports Player E-Sports Events Organiser Broadcasting and Media Roles in E-Sports
Entry requirements
Applications should have 3 relevant National 4 qualifications, 4 relevant Standard Grades at grade 4 or be progressing from a similar college course at Level 4. Applicants with no formal qualifications will be considered on an individual basis and their applications or enquiries are encouraged. Previous relevant experience would be beneficial but is not essential as the candidates skills would be developed on this course.
Course options
Course details
Full time
21st Aug 2023 to 14th Jun 2024
Cost: Visit the provider's website for details.
Venue details
Scottish Borders Campus
Nether Road
Galashiels
TD1 3HE
This is the main contact address for the provider. This may not be the location where this course is presented.