Esports L4/L5/L6

Entry Requirements

Completion of the school based S3 Computing Science course is preferable.

Course Content

This qualification is designed for learners with an interest in computer games and esports. It is available at three levels: SCQF level 4 (National 4), SCQF level 5 (National 5) and SCQF level 6 (Higher).
Each level consists of three topics:

Unit 1. The Esports industry.

You will learn about the history of esports, how it is organised in the UK and internationally, careers in esports.

Unit 2: Esports: Game Performance

You will learns about the roles in an esports team, PC configurations for esports, team tactics and strategies, communication,
game performance and social media management.

Unit 3: Esports: Organising and Promoting an Event

You will learn how to organise and promote an esports event. Including marking, sponsorship and social media interaction, This unit includes creative design of logos, marketing materials.

The qualification may be assessed in different ways. For example, your knowledge of the esports industry could be assessed with a short test; your gaming skills may be assessed by watching you compete in a team; your organisational skills may be assessed by a practical
assignment.
On completion of the award, you will have a better understanding of the industry and can consider further study in esports or event management.

Progression Pathway:

• NPA Esports (Next Level)
• HNC Esports
• HNC Events Management
• Certificate in Computer Technology with Gaming and Esports