BA (Hons) Esports at University of Suffolk

Turn your passion for gaming into a career in one of the world’s most dynamic and creative industries. Our BA (Hons) Esports degree puts you at the centre of the fascinating world of competitive video gaming, combining industry knowledge with hands-on experience in digital broadcasting, content creation, event management, and marketing. Gain insights into to the complex ecosystem of esports, exploring how it grew from niche online communities into a global, multi-million-pound industry.

Faculty: School of Business, Arts, Social Sciences and Technology  |  Duration: Three years full-time, four and a half to nine years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time (part-time option; optional professional placement year)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Ipswich, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1: Introduction to Esports (Requisite), Digital Marketing and Artificial Intelligence, Introduction to Streaming and Broadcasting (Requisite), Creating Digital Media (Requisite). Year 2: Business of Esports (Requisite), Leading and Managing Esports Events (Requisite), Esports Leadership and Team Dynamics (Requisite), Live Broadcasting and Narrative (Requisite). Year 3: Dissertation (Mandatory), Creative Development, Brand and Communication Strategies (Requisite), Live Esports Event (Requisite).

Career pathways

Students that complete this BA (Hons) Esports degree have the potential to progress into a successful career as a: Esports Event Manager, Esports Team Manager, Esports Data Analyst, Business Analyst, Event Manager / Coordinator, Digital Marketing Expert, Live Streaming / Broadcasting Engineer, Event Live Stream Producer, Project Manager.

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