VOICED : Gaming academy preps French students for eSports stardom

The E Sports Academy in France offers a pioneering online gaming course aimed at turning video games into a viable career. The nine-month course, costing €5000, has attracted 20 students, despite parental concerns about gaming as a career. The Academy prepares students for various roles in the gaming industry, similar to traditional sports, including professional players, managers, and commentators. Classes are split between theory and practical gaming. Students are selected based on gaming skills and a psychological assessment, with no academic qualifications required.

What is the primary goal of the E Sports Academy's online gaming course?

• To make video games a viable career choice

• To teach students how to create video games

• To offer a free gaming experience

• To provide entertainment for students

What is the cost of the nine-month course at the E Sports Academy?

• €2000

• €5000

• €10000

• €8000

Which of the following is NOT a role that the Academy prepares students for?

• Professional player

• Game developer

• Commentator

• Event organizer

How are the classes structured at the E Sports Academy?

• Morning gaming and afternoon theory

• Evening classes only

• All day gaming sessions

• Morning theory and afternoon gaming

What is required for student selection at the Academy?

• Previous work experience

• Gaming skills and psychological assessment

• High academic qualifications

• Parental approval