In order to join us on the eSports Pathway here at Chichester College there is a set level of requirements that you must have to successfully apply:
Five GCSEs completed at grade 4 and above (including Maths and English)
... OR ...
Completed Level 2 diploma (with Maths and English GCSE at grade 4 or above)
From Foundation Diploma to Extended Diploma
Progression internally between the stages of the pathway is not an automatic process, and you must be able to meet specific expectations. Progression meetings will take place prior to the end of the academic year in order to discuss your place on the next level, and the progression expectations which could include:
Attendance and punctuality rates
Behaviour and conduct in the college
Completion of the Foundation Diploma at merit overall
If under the circumstances that these expectations have not been met, you will be invited to an interview where progression will be discussed one to one, with a view to determining a course of action.
After the pathway
Following the completion of this pathway, there are a number of options available to you apart from employment which is a strong option.
Internal progression to our Higher Education provision which requires you to apply via the UCAS website will include a standardised interview with references from your teaching team. Minimum entry requirements and expectations apply.
External Higher Education opportunities would also be a ideal progression routes for a number of learners. eSports focused courses are growing yearly, with the majority being BA (Hons) in eSports (most locally being with University of Chichester).
Progression onto an apprenticeship programme would require application via the government websites and the connecting company pages. Ideally you should be looking for level 3 or level 4 apprenticeship programmes.
