Higher National Certificate/Diploma in Esports Production and Management

The HNC/HND in Esports Production and Management offers students a comprehensive overview of the Esports industry. This programme focuses on essential units that equip students with valuable skills necessary for a successful career in Esports.

One of the standout features of this programme is the transferability of skills learned, which are applicable across various modern business sectors. Emphasising events management and digital marketing, students gain the expertise needed to effectively promote and execute events.

In their final year, students will have the opportunity to showcase their skills by planning and running an Esports Expo, collaborating with external partners and players.

The programme is further enriched by a variety of local, national, and international visits, providing students with regular opportunities to engage with guest speakers from diverse industries.

Additionally, students benefit from frequent tutorials focused on developing their entrepreneurial skills and deepening their knowledge of Esports, preparing them for careers in this dynamic field.

• Ethics and legislation in Esports
• Esports infrastructure
• Big data and analytics in Esports
• Esports leadership/enterprise
• Player psychology
• Esports Expo

(full time students will complete 6 modules per year, part time students will complete 3 modules per year)

Click here to view the Student Handbooks for this course:

Higher National Certificate/Diploma (HNC/HND) Esports Production and Management Student Handbook

Students who complete this programme may enter the workplace or progress to degree level study at another institution; please check with the Programme Manager. Please note, there is a deadline for progression applications and places may be subject to availability.

You will need 64 UCAS tariff points. GCSE Maths and English is required at grade C (or 4) or above (or equivalent O Level).

For external students who hold a HNC from another organisation or other Level 4 qualification in a relevant subject may apply for direct entry to the HND. The offer of a place on the HND will be subject to a successful interview with the Programme Manager.

We have two dedicated Esports suites with specialist gaming machines alongside high end video production and streaming equipment. You will have access to a learning centre with dedicated Higher Education study space. There is a refectory in the Digital and Data Centre as well as a social area for Higher Education students.