Foundation Degree in Esports and Creative Digital Industries

L5 Level 5
Full Time
7 September 2026 — 16 June 2028
City Centre Campus, Cardiff

About this course

Transform your passion for gaming into a thriving career with our dynamic course, created with industry experts. Explore essential skills in digital marketing, event management, and media production. Gain insights into Esports culture, health, and performance while working on live projects.

Our structured curriculum from foundation modules to specialised topics, ensures you're well-prepared for the fast-paced Esports industry. Collaborate with professionals, build a network, and develop a comprehensive understanding of the diverse pathways within Esports.

Join us and unlock your potential in this exciting field!

*Fees are subject to change (2-7%) and validation.

What you will study

Year 1: Foundation for Success

Professional and Academic Development

Introduces you to higher education study, professional practice and career development.

Esport Content Creation: Socials and Screens

Develop your skills in creating engaging digital content for Esports audiences across a range of social media, video and online platforms.

Competitive Gameplay and Performance 

Explores the principles of Esports performance, gameplay analysis and player development, enabling students to improve individual and team performance within competitive gaming environments.

Data Analytics and Interpretation

Introduces the collection, analysis and interpretation of Esports and digital industry data to support informed decision-making and performance improvement.

Sound Waves: Esport in Podcasts and Audio

Develop audio production, storytelling and communication skills through the planning, creation and distribution of podcast and audio content for Esports audiences.

Year 2 Modules: Specialisation and Application

Applied Esports Marketing Communication

Develop strategic marketing and communication skills through the design and evaluation of campaigns that engage Esports audiences and support commercial objectives.

Esports Coaching and Development

Examine coaching theories, player development strategies and performance support practices to enable effective coaching within esports environments.

Applied Artificial Intelligence for Esports 

Explore the application of artificial intelligence technologies to enhance performance, content creation, analytics and decision-making within Esports and the wider digital industries.

Professional Esports Production 

Develop professional broadcast, event and content production skills through the planning and delivery of authentic esports productions using industry-standard workflows and technologies.

Project Based Learning 

Provides opportunities for you to integrate and apply knowledge, skills and professional practice through collaborative, industry-focused projects that address authentic challenges.

Course fees

Tuition Fees - Year 1: £7,500.00

Tuition Fees - Year 2: £7,500.00

Entry requirements

UCAS Tarriff of 72 points or 2 A Levels (B Grade)

Facilities

We have our specialist Esports classrooms, developed to support and provide an esports environment for learning.

Important points

  • The College welcomes contact with parents/guardians of students who are under 18.
  • Additional support is available for students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
  • Cardiff and Vale College is committed to inclusion and values diversity. We are determined to promote equality of opportunity and to treat everyone fairly and with respect.
  • Cardiff and Vale College reserves the right to make changes to this course without prior notice.
  • Course fees are subject to change. Your fee will be confirmed prior to enrolment.
  • All courses are accurate at the time of upload or print.
  • Courses can only run if there are sufficient numbers.
  • Please note, if you choose three or more course choices, then you may be referred for a careers appointment first. This does not apply to A Level or GCSE choices.
Key information

Start date

7 September 2026

End date

16 June 2028

Time of day

Day Time

Full Time

10 hours per week

Location

City Centre Campus, Cardiff
Maps & directions

Course code

BSHE4F09
L5

Qualification

Foundation Degree in Esports

Career prospects & further study

7%

By 2025 this industry is predicted to grow by 7% across the Cardiff Capital Region, leading to 2,500 additional jobs. (Lightcast 2021).

Preparation for Further/Higher education or employment. These skills have been identified by education and industry as essential skills for young adults for the 21st century.

Locations

City Centre Campus, Cardiff
City Centre Campus, Cardiff

City Centre Campus,

Dumballs Road,

Cardiff,

CF10 5FE