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Fusion Fest takes University of Warwick Esports to the next level

It’s the start of a new era for games and esports at the University of Warwick as Warwick Esports celebrates its move to central campus.

Thu 07 Mar 2024, 09:00 | Tags: Students, Campus news, esports, Gaming

The University of Warwick wins 'Esports University of the Year' title for the fifth year in a row

The University of Warwick has been named 'Esports University of the Year' for the fifth year in a row by National Student Esports, beating 111 other institutions across the country, just days after Uswitch online gaming ranked them top.

Fri 21 Apr 2023, 11:01 | Tags: Technology, esports, Gaming

The University of Warwick goes for gold as the Best University for Gamers

Today, The University of Warwick has been named the best university for gamers in the UK by Uswitch.

The Uswitch online gaming ranking is based on a number of factors, including the availability and quality of gaming facilities on campus, the range of gaming societies and events, and the overall student experience for gamers.

Mon 17 Apr 2023, 13:59 | Tags: Technology, Students, esports, Leamington Spa

The University of Warwick celebrates after placing in the top three at the “Oscars of Esports”

The Esports Awards, which took place in Las Vegas this week (Tuesday 12 December) is the highest-profile event in the esports world, bringing together professionals from across the industry to celebrate the achievements of those who are driving the industry forward and doing outstanding work. Eight Warwick students and two members of staff including the founder of Warwick Esports student club, and now Head of Esports, Jack Fenton travelled to Vegas for the ceremony.

Fri 16 Dec 2022, 16:09 | Tags: Technology, Awards, esports

One month to go! The University of Warwick head stateside for the ‘Oscars of Esports’

On the 10th of December, students and staff from the University of Warwick will be heading to Las Vegas, USA, to attend the finalist ceremony for the Esports Awards.

Fri 11 Nov 2022, 11:34 | Tags: innovation, gadgets, esports

Warwick Esports programme nominated for two prestigious awards

Warwick is the first UK university to be nominated for the Collegiate award, among an otherwise all-American shortlist. The University of Warwick is also home to the most successful university esports club in the UK, with its team winning the British University Esports Championships for the last four consecutive years.

Fri 26 Aug 2022, 16:31 | Tags: esports

University of Warwick celebrates Culture Fest 2022 with FREE immersive esports experiences in Leamington Spa

The University of Warwick is celebrating Culture Fest 2022 by inviting the local community to experience its cutting-edge esports technology – for free.

Wed 03 Aug 2022, 13:44 | Tags: esports, Sport and Wellness Hub, Sport

University of Warwick students once again claim Esports University of the Year title

· British University Esports Championship, operated by NSE (National Student Esports) the official body of university esports, concludes with University of Warwick dominating the points table for the fourth consecutive year

Fri 06 May 2022, 14:19 | Tags: research, esports

Warwick - UK’s top esports university - invests £275,000 in new esports centre and seeks backers to bring skills, tourists, and new opportunities to Coventry and Warwickshire

People playing esportsThe University of Warwick has announced, today Tuesday 18th May 2021, that is investing £275,000 of its own earned income into establishing a new flexible esports centre to be located at the heart of Warwick campus. It will operate alongside new facilities to stimulate innovation in the, in the newly named ‘Junction’ facility.

Tue 18 May 2021, 13:56 | Tags: Students, esports, Sport