More than fun & games: Rowan launches esports major with varied career options
More than fun & games: Rowan launches esports major with varied career options
More than fun & games: Rowan launches esports major with varied career options
November, 5, 2024
Summary
Rowan University launched a Bachelor of Arts in Esports, one of only 20 U.S. universities offering such a degree. The program, housed in the Ric Edelman College of Communication & Creative Arts, features tracks in communication, business, and computing. It prepares students for careers in the rapidly growing esports industry, projected to exceed $9 billion by 2032. The program includes a minor and certificates, and Rowan partners with Nerd Street to provide a state-of-the-art gaming facility. Students gain skills in areas like broadcasting, public relations, marketing, and media design, preparing them for diverse careers in esports and beyond.
Reference
Rowan University. (2024, November 5). More than fun & games: Rowan launches esports major with varied career options. Rowan Today. https://today.rowan.edu/news/2024/11/more-than-fun-games-rowan-launches-esports-major-with-varied-career-options.html