BA Esports

The BA (Hons) Esports at the University of Suffolk is a degree that gives you an exciting look into the world of professional video game competitions, focusing on how to make them successful. You will learn about the history of esports, how it grew from small groups into a global, multi-million-pound industry, and what its future will look like.

This course teaches you practical skills needed to work in the industry, like managing events, creating videos and online content, marketing, and live broadcasting. You will learn about the business side of esports, including how to manage teams, arrange sponsorship deals, and connect with large audiences.

During your studies, you will get hands-on experience, including learning how to run a full esports event from start to finish. Studying a BA in Esports will prepare you for a career in this fast-growing and fun industry.

The University of Suffolk is a government-funded university in England. It began operations in 2007 as University Campus Suffolk (UCS), established through a collaboration with two larger institutions, the University of East Anglia and the University of Essex. In 2016, the university became fully independent and adopted its current official name, the University of Suffolk.

The university is organised into different Academic Schools that provide courses in key subjects, including Health, Business, Arts, Social Sciences, and Technology. It also operates specialist Research Centres where staff and students concentrate on important studies in areas such as social justice, digital technologies, and environmental sustainability.

Grade Requirements:

You will need to have achieved 112 UCAS points or higher from your qualifications. This is generally equivalent to grades such as BBC at A-Levels; BTEC Extended Diploma with DMM, T-Level with Merit; and a Pass in Access to HE Diploma.

English Proficiency:

If English isn't your first language, you are required to have an IELTS overall score of 6.0, with no score lower than 5.5 in any individual component.

The annual tuition fee to study the BA (Hons) Esports at the University of Suffolk is £15,690. Kindly note that tuition fees are subject to change annually.

The University of Suffolk provides specific financial aid and special loyalty programmes to help international students afford their course fees. For example, the International Merit Scholarship is an award given to students from other countries who have achieved excellent academic results. This means their school marks are equal to or better than the University's standard requirements.

This financial award usually gives you a discount on your tuition fees ranging from £1,000 to £3,000. The exact amount you are offered depends on your previous grades and whether you are studying for an undergraduate or postgraduate degree.

Graduates of the BA (Hons) Esports at the University of Suffolk can pursue various careers in roles such as the following:

• Esports Event Manager
• Esports Player
• Esports Data Analyst
• Digital Marketing Expert
• Event Live Stream Producer

Applications for this course can be made through UCAS. For guidance and further information about this process, please consult any of our experienced counsellors at AHZ.