Program Overview

eSports Studies (Specialisation)

Overview

The eSports Studies specialisation is a unique program that offers students the opportunity to learn everything they need to know about the rapidly growing eSports industry. The program is 100% taught in English and is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in this exciting field.

Curriculum

The eSports Studies specialisation comprises of modules such as "Innovation Management in Sport" & "Trends in Sport & Event Management". The curriculum is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the eSports industry, including its history, current trends, and future prospects.

Key Facts

• Locations: Berlin, Hamburg, Iserlohn
• Fees:
  • EU applicant standard: €80 per month
  • Non-EU applicant Standard: €240 per semester
• Start, Language & Credits:
  • ECTS: 20 ECTS
  • Language: English
  • Winter semester: September
  • Summer semester: March

Further Details

The eSports Studies specialisation is an interdisciplinary program that combines creative-design and economic-organizational content. The program is designed to provide students with a unique position in the job market, with a focus on the global eSports experience. The teaching is done exclusively in English and is virtual.

The specialisation has one module in each of the first four semesters:

• eSports Industry (1st semester)
• eSports Games & Analytics (2nd semester)
• eSports Athlete & Team Coaching (3rd semester)
• eSports Future Prospects & Case Studies (4th semester)

Cooperation Partners

Students benefit from the university’s collaborations with a range of leading companies and cultural institutions.

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Learn from our experts

• Prof. Dr. Iris Lorscheid
• Prof. Dr. Stefan Chatrath
• Prof. Dr. Thomas Rieger

Programmes

The eSports Studies specialisation is offered in addition to the following Bachelor programmes:

• Digital Media & Marketing (BSc)
• Digital Business & Data Science (BSc)
• Sports & Event Management (BSc)