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Diploma in Esports

The Diploma in Esports is a qualification that provides students with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the esports industry. This course is the first and only of its kind in Australia.

Course Overview

The Diploma in Esports is a launch pad for students' esports careers, offering a guaranteed pathway into a second year of study in select degrees. Students can earn a year of study towards QUT bachelor degrees in business, information technology, or games and interactive environments, potentially gaining two qualifications in three years.

Specializations

Students can choose to specialize in either the IT or business side of the industry, delving into the exciting world of esports. The course covers the fundamentals of esports, including practical and theoretical realms, physical and mental health, esports pro-athlete attitudes and values, business strategies, and digital technologies.

Careers and Outcomes

With the Diploma in Esports, students can kick-start their careers in various roles, such as:

• Esports individual and team coach
• Game developer
• Esports consumerism
• Video gaming influencer
• Coder/programmer
• Esports team manager
• Professional esports athlete
• Broadcaster
• Event manager
• Content creator

Course Articulation

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be automatically offered a place in:

• Bachelor of Business
• Bachelor of Games and Interactive Environments (available for commencement in Semester 1 only)
• Bachelor of Information Technology

To achieve maximum credit for the diploma and matching degree, students must complete a full information technology or business pathway.

Details and Units

To meet the course requirements, students must complete:

• Core units (96 credit points), including four esports units (48 credit points) and four units from either Business or Information Technology.

Requirements

• ATAR/selection rank threshold: 60.00
• Assumed knowledge: English, or Literature, or English and Literature Extension, or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 & 4, C)
• Offer guarantee: If students achieve an ATAR or selection rank of 60.00 or higher and satisfy all other admission requirements, they are guaranteed an offer for this course.
• VET guarantee: If students have completed an AQF certificate III, certificate IV, diploma, or higher, and satisfy all other admission requirements, they are guaranteed an offer for this course.

Fees

• 2026 fees: CSP $13,500 per year full-time (96 credit points), $44,100 per year full-time (96 credit points) for international students
• Student services and amenities fees may apply

Scholarships

Students can apply for scholarships to help with study and living costs. The QUT Rising Sports Scholarship (including esports) is available, with applications opening in September and closing in January.

Other Courses

Students may also be interested in other courses, such as:

• Bachelor of Business (Strategic Advertising and Public Relations)
• Bachelor of Communication
• Bachelor of Creative Arts (Acting)
• Graduate Certificate in Business Analysis
• Graduate Certificate in Computer Science
• Master of Artificial Intelligence
• Master of Cyber Security
• Master of Digital Communication
• Master of Information Technology
• Master of Philosophy
• PhD

These courses offer various specializations and pathways, allowing students to explore different areas of interest and career goals.