FAQs
The Ireland Esports Collegiate Series is free to play for Third Level Students studying on the island of Ireland. While we continually strive to improve the experience for participants and spectators through in-person events and our live daily broadcast, we also need to support the administrators and educators as they start exploring the benefits of esports. Our knowledge base below is designed to help with this obligation.
For the Administrators
Why should our institution support esports?
Esports fosters student engagement, retention, and community. It positions your institution as forward-thinking and aligned with modern industries while offering career development and networking opportunities for students.
How does Ireland Collegiate align with our institution’s goals?
The Ireland Esports Collegiate Series:
- Enhances student engagement and retention
- Promotes inclusivity by catering to diverse student interests
- Provides a platform for showcasing your institution’s brand nationally and internationally
What are the costs involved in supporting an esports program?
Costs vary depending on the level of involvement:
- Basic setup: PCs, monitors, and internet (can leverage existing IT resources)
- Optional costs: Branding for the team, travel to events, or coaching staff
Ireland Collegiate has no participation fees for students and sponsorship opportunities can offset costs.
Does esports compete with traditional sports programs?
Not at all. Esports complements traditional sports by engaging students who may not participate in physical sports but value team-based activities. It also introduces a new audience to your institution’s extracurricular offerings.
For the Educators
What is the Ireland Esports Collegiate Series?
This is a national esports competition that brings together students from universities and colleges across Ireland to compete in various gaming titles. It aims to foster a competitive yet inclusive environment, developing skills such as teamwork, leadership, and communication.
How can esports benefit students academically?
Esports enhances critical thinking, problem-solving, and time management skills. It also provides opportunities for students to engage in related fields such as game development, event management, broadcasting, and marketing, creating a bridge between education and future careers.
Are there career opportunities for students in esports?
Yes! Esports opens pathways into professional gaming, team management, event production, broadcasting, and even corporate roles in marketing, analytics, and software development. The IECS also connects students with industry professionals through workshops and events.
How can I integrate esports into my curriculum?
Esports can be integrated into courses such as media studies, sports science, computer programming, or event management. For example:
Use esports data to teach statistics or analytics
Host tournaments as part of event planning projects
Encourage esports societies as extracurricular activities that align with student well-being goals
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Nativz Gaming is a gaming and technology company that specialises in esports. We have successfully launched an esports ecosystem for Ireland that comprises of Nativz Esports Club in Dublin plus the Ireland Esports Collegiate Series - catering for the 17 top Colleges and Universities on the island.