Validation event for HNC Esports

The validation event for HNC Esports took place on Tuesday afternoon. The purpose of the event is for a panel of independent experts to review the proposed qualification.

The panel consisted of representatives of colleges, universities, employers, national organisations and SQA. It was convened by a retired HMI. The Qualification Development Team (QDT) was represented by myself, the lead developer and the lead officer.

It was a good constructive meeting, with the focus on quality improvement. A few issues arose including the role of teamwork within the qualification, the importance of entrepreneurship, and progression from the qualification. The QDT will now consider each of the conditions and recommendations, and revise the qualification accordingly.

Given the time of year (the summer holidays are almost upon us) it’s unlikely that the necessary changes will be made in the near future but the qualification will be up-and running before the end of the year. There has been a lot of interest in this qualification (for delivery from August 2026) and I’m certain that it will be prove to be very popular with learners.

Please contact Emma is you want to know more about this new award.