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Esports Academy

No Level - Recreational

Esports Academy

Think of Esports as competitive video gaming where skill and professionalism is celebrated. The pro gamers who play at this level know the games inside out, much like a professional footballer or athlete would in their respective fields. Players can either play one-on-one against one another (in games like FIFA and Street Fighter), or in teams. For example, in Halo, two teams of four play off against each other, while in Overwatch, two teams of six compete. Rules and strategies can differ greatly depending on the game in question. The Esports academy is chosen as an Enrichment activity within your ‘Programme of Study’. It is possible to combine A Level or vocational courses with your chosen sport (as well as English/maths and additional supplementary programmes if necessary).

The Esports academy is chosen as an Enrichment activity within your ‘Programme of Study’. It is possible to combine A Level or vocational courses with your chosen sport (as well as English/maths and additional supplementary programmes if necessary).

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Location
Entry
Fees
When

Sutton Coldfield College

04-09-2023

Free*

TBC
* Courses are free for 16-18s. Students aged 19 or over could be charged fees and is subject to a fee assessment. Learners on benefits in the majority of cases courses are also free. Fee assessments are completed at enrolment.

Course Length: 35 Weeks

If you are successful in gaining a place on the Esports Academy, you will receive coaching and the opportunity to compete against other colleges in FIFA 21, Rocket League, League of Legends or Overwatch.

The Academy recognises and ensures that performers have access to the ‘four-corner coaching’ philosophy (Social, Technical, Psychological and Physical).

As part of each academy you will receive between 6-12 hours coaching sessions as well as the opportunity to compete in local, regional or national league and cup competitions.

Opportunity to compete nationally at esports and develop esports team work, gaming skills and coaching skills.