E-sports
The course for those who:
- will travel to South Korea and experience the mecca of esports
- is concerned with personal development
- want to cultivate your hobby and make new friends
Hear from former students
Trym Jalling
The esports line at Toppen has given me 2 unforgettable years where I have developed on a personal level and as a team player. I have been able to compete at the highest level in Norway, gone to tournaments/events abroad and received guidance from professional coaches. Playing in teams becomes something completely different when you also interact with the people you play with, away from the PC. It becomes more personal and easier to work together.
Marcus
Course content
In addition to playing, during the year we will visit several interesting topics in E-sports.
Felles
Common
Autumn
Spring
We participate actively and as often as we can in tournaments, both online and at events. For us, it is important that students are challenged properly and it is with solid challenges that you grow the fastest. This also helps ensure focus and targeted training throughout the year so that both players and teams can achieve their goals.
To develop, it is important to know what needs to be changed and what can be honed. To achieve this, we hire coaches who have years of experience within your game. Your teacher will make sure you get a coach that suits you.
In order for you to improve faster as a player, you also need to understand what you need to work on. Together we work to ensure that you get the tools you need to analyze your own matches and that you as a team can analyze matches together and improve.
E-Sports has managed to become huge and is considered the fastest growing sport in the world. The level at the top is sky-high and then it is more important than ever that one understands what diet and exercise can do for the body also in E-sports.
We have gaming chairs and workstations for you in the classroom. You just need to bring your own computer and any additional equipment.
We also have PCs available for rent if you do not have your own gaming PC.
Some activities in this course can be adapted for certain physical challenges, provided they are compatible with the course content. Contact us to discuss how we can accommodate your needs. We can also find alternative solutions if certain activities are too demanding, for example by attending other courses when a specific activity is not feasible.
We don't have many criteria for applicants, but you must be18 years oldold or become so during the first semester. You can apply from October 1 for next year's courses, and we admit students on an ongoing basis startingNovember 15.You will then receive an email from us with a response to your application. We continue to admit students until the school is full. In some cases, the composition of the class will determine whether you are a good fit or need to be placed on a waiting list. For example, the mix of instruments may be a factor. If there are more applicants for a course than there is room for, your application number will determine whether you receive an offer. In some cases, gender balance will also have an impact.
Program teachers usually contact those who apply. This allows you to get to know each other a little better and determine if you have found the course that suits you best. Perhaps you have questions, feel uncertain, or have something you would like to share about yourself.
The course trip goes to...
SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA
Are you ready for an exciting study trip that will open your eyes to a brand new world of gaming and culture? Welcome to Seoul, South Korea!
E-sports In South Korea it is like cross-country skiing in Norway, and in South Korea they have been doing national broadcasts on public television for almost 20 years. They have player academy that receives government subsidies, and were the first to recognize E- sport as an official profession back in 2000.
Since 1960, they have hosted major tv/pc gaming tournaments in South Korea. This is a culture that really recognizes gaming and gamers. That's why we travel here on the E-Sprotlinja, of course.
Since the late 90s, internet cafes have been popular in South Korea. Here, young people have been able to play for an hour for free, hang out with friends and compete. Today there are over 25,000 so-called PC Bangs in the country! The availability and absence of stigma has led to what we know today as the Mecca of eSports.
What else can you experience on this trip? We travel to Seoul when the cherry trees are blooming. It goes without saying that it is photo-friendly. We eat Korean street food, visit Kwangjang Market, and of course we visit LOL Park Seoul where we can experience the League of Legends Hall of Fame! Students, of course, get to decide what activities this tour will include. In short, a study trip to Seoul is the perfect experience for all esports lovers who want to explore a new culture together with good friends.
Course teacher
From TV games like Tekken and Fifa alongside his buddies in childhood, to COD, League of Legends, Overwatch and WoW as an adult, Kevin is now an avid E-sports and Gaming teacher. With bachelor's - specialist teacher education in physical education and sports subjects in addition, he has a lot to add both sportingly and as a human being. That's why he can also be found on Outdoor Life Easy. Kevin is keen for students to have a good time and be seen, regardless of their background.
On the course you will get to know better:
Kim-Erik "Zarotan" Aanes
Gaming og E-sport
