BTEC in Esports - Sixth Form
Minerva's Virtual Academy is excited to announce our new online BTEC in esports, launching in September 2023!
This incredible new BTEC course which will run as part of our Sixth Form curriculum is designed to give students a competitive advantage in the esports job market
Students will learn about the evolution of esports as well as the business and marketing side of the industry and learn how to apply their skills to any area of the esports industry. The BTEC will provide them with the skills they need to succeed in this exciting and dynamic industry.
Due to the immense demand for better esports qualifications at a young age, MVA has teamed up with James Fraser-Murison, who works in partnership with Guild, Excel, and Fnatic to deliver this fantastic opportunity for 16-year-olds looking to get into one of the most exciting industries in the world!
Due to the immense demand for better esports qualifications at a young age, MVA has teamed up with James Fraser-Murison, who works in partnership with Guild, Excel, and Fnatic to deliver this fantastic opportunity for 16-year-olds looking to get into one of the most exciting industries in the world!
Who is running the BTEC in esports?

Lawrence Tubb
Headmaster of Minerva's Virtual Academy
@mva_head

James Fraser-Murison
Director of esports
Co-creator of the esports BTEC, national award-winner. Worked with Guild, Excel & @fnatic Twitter: @FraserEsports Instagram: @the_esports_teacher
What is Minerva's Virtual Academy?
Minerva's Virtual Academy is an award-winning virtual school for 11-18 year olds. We provide a world-class, community-focused education for students from around the world.
Fees
Upcoming Events
We are running an Open Evening for all prospective Sixth Form parents and students who would like to hear more about our BTEC in esports. It will be held on Tuesday 28th March at 6.30pm. To register for this event please head here.
How to Enrol
We are currently taking enrolments for students to start Sixth Form in September 2023. Please book a Discovery Call with us or head to Admissions for more information,