Staffordshire University to launch UK’s first eSports degree for students

Staffordshire University has announced plans to launch the UK’s first eSports degree, looking at the business and cultural of aspects of professional gaming.

The new course, which is set to begin in September 2018, is part of the University’s new video game initiative which will also the expansion of its gaming facilities at its Stoke-on-Trent campus.

Rachel Gowers, Academic Dean for Recruitment in the Business School from the University of Staffordshire said: "Over 73 per cent of those employed within -esports are under the age of 35 and their skills are in demand. Companies are looking for people who are entrepreneurial and tech savvy and the industry is driving the creation of new jobs.”

Rochas Okorocha Unveils Buhari Statue In Imo State

Governor Rochas okorocha of Imo state has unveiled the statue of the President of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari. This is coming less 2 weeks to his handover to the New administration.

The president who was scheduled for an official visit to the state on Tuesday 21st had to postpone it because of his trip to Saudi Arabia for lesser Hajj.

It’s one of the numerous projects to be commissioned by the president.

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