Why students are being paid £2,000 to play computer games
Roehampton University offers students £2,000 a year to play esports alongside their studies.
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Notable Quotes
"This scholarship is about recognising talent in a field that has a growing popularity both around the world and among our students."
— Mark Ellul , Academic
"This money was crucial to me as it gave me the opportunity to study in a very expensive city without the need for part-time work."
— Cameron Dray , Athlete
"Uni students being paid to play a game alongside doing their studies, it's definitely cracking."
— Thomas Cole , Athlete
"Unfortunately, I don't think there is enough awareness on scholarships."
— Tom Allingham , Academic
Key People
Former esports scholar at Roehampton University.
Registrar at the University of Roehampton.
Esports player who specializes in Trackmania.
An advisor from Save The Student discussing financial pressures on graduating students.
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Roehampton University offers students £2,000 a year to play esports alongside their studies.
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