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BTEC National Extended Certificate in Esports

at Ncea Duke'S Secondary School, Ashington · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECCertificate2 yearsFull time£250

What the college says

Esports is defined as organised competitive gaming, which is human versus human, either as individuals or in teams. The Esports industry is a fast-growing global industry. The global Esports market is projected to reach U.S. $1.79 billion in 2022; as such this qualification has been developed to meet this upcoming demand for skills in Esports.

What you need to get on

As a rule you will need to have achieved either a distinction grade at a vocational subject at GCSE or a grade 4 in English Language and Maths for progression onto our vocational subjects.

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Duke's Secondary School

    Academy Road, Ashington, NE63 9FZ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 2 September 2026 · Ashington

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