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Higher National Certificate - HNC
Esports (Athlete Support and Development Pathway)
York College University Centre
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Esports (Athlete Support and Development Pathway) course at York College University Centre.
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A level
GCE Advanced Level profile that demonstrates strong performance in a relevant subject or adequate performance in more than one GCE subject.
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £5,900 per year |
| Scotland | £5,900 per year |
| Wales | £5,900 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £5,900 per year |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: Q123
Here's what York College University Centre says about its Esports (Athlete Support and Development Pathway) course.
The Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Esports (Athlete Performance and Support) is equivalent to the first year of an undergraduate degree offers students a clear progression pathway into the esports industry or wider creative industries.
The qualification, designed in partnership with the British Esports Association, helps to develop students as independent-thinking professionals who can meet the demands of employers and adapt to a constantly changing world.
Learners will also develop a wide range of transferable skills and knowledge that can be applied to other digital and STEAM-based careers. Uniquely, York College's qualification focuses on high performance athletes with specific units of study selected to enhance Esports athletes professional practice and capabilities and inspire the next generation of professional coaches and athletes.
Source: York College University Centre
Course details
Qualification
Higher National Certificate - HNC
Department
Sports Therapy
Location
Main Site | York
Duration
1 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Business and management
Start date
September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
The modules you will study
Esports Ecosystem Skills and Tactics Analysis Event Planning and Delivery Planning an Esports Project Coaching Practice Wellbeing, Lifestyle and Health Team Logistics
How you will be assessed
Individual units are assessed against performance criteria set out by the awarding organisation and include written analysis, participation and performance in Esports and practical application of knowledge and skills demonstration.
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Graduate prospects
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