ESports - Production (HNC)

West Suffolk College
Undergraduate HNC Full-time 1 Year Digital media, production, and technologyMedia studiesPR and communications

A-Level Entry

BB

UCAS Points

80 points

About this course

This Higher Education Esports course provides a seamless progression pathway for Level 3 Esports students and offers new opportunities for Access to Higher Education learners, particularly those interested in broadcasting and content creation.

Designed to meet the growing demands of the esports industry, the course develops key skills such as event management, creative broadcasting, branding and sponsorship, content creation, and on air talent.

Students will benefit from hands on learning in the college’s state of the art XR Lab, a facility purpose built for esports, where they will gain experience using industry standard tools and software.

The course emphasises real world application, with opportunities to organise grassroots esports tournaments involving local schools and the wider community.

Graduates will be well prepared for roles such as event managers, broadcast producers, content creators, and presenters, with skills that are also transferable to related industries like media production and digital marketing. With a strong focus on employability, professional networking, and practical experience, this course equips students with the knowledge and confidence to excel in the rapidly growing esports sector.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades BB
UCAS Tariff Points 80 points
BTEC MMP

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

1133 Public relations and communications directors
3416 Arts officers, producers and directors
3417 Photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators
3554 Advertising and marketing associate professionals
2492 Newspaper and periodical broadcast journalists and reporters
2493 Public relations professionals

Course Details

Qualification
Higher National Certificate - HNC
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Year
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Bury St Edmunds
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Digital media, production, and technology, Media studies, PR and communications