Curriculum & Careers

We’re committed to providing students from all walks of life the comprehensive esports-integrated academic experience they desire — enhancing their education while developing tomorrow’s esports leaders.

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Videogaming & Esports Studies Minor

The interdisciplinary minor in gaming and esports prepares students to engage in these industries by providing a broad understanding of videogames and esports, with skills gained from both critical reflection and hands-on experience. Electives are offered in a diverse range of departments, including Art, Communication Studies, English, Music, and Religious Studies.

Non-Credit Certificate Program in Esports

  • A digital esports certificate program focused on career preparation for the competitive gaming industry that perfectly complements professional undergraduate degrees.
  • Students will develop skills around competitive gaming tournament design, coaching and training, sponsorship, and fan engagement.

Esports Management Concentration

  • The esports concentration is housed within the Bachelor of Science Degree in Hospitality, and Tourism Management.
  • Students are prepared for careers in esports administration, management, and operations, including event management and marketing, destination management, and strategic planning.

Esports at UNCG

UNCG and the nonprofit Wakaboomee Program provided a day of gaming for middle school and high school students, where they also got a roadmap to future careers. The post Career-Building Gaming Day at UNCG Celebrates Students Who Take the Lead appeared first on UNC Greensboro…. Read more
Innovate UNCG and the Institute for Partnerships in Education pair up to offer a Girls Who Game club at Guilford County Schools. The post UNCG Encourages STEM Education in Girls Who Game appeared first on UNC Greensboro…. Read more
UNCG professors partner with SparkNC to develop on-demand learning units for high school students interested in high-tech career fields. It’s a project that extends the reach of higher education and engages students with academic applications for video gaming. The post UNCG Professors Spark Innovative Learning in NC High Schools appeared… Read more
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