Usain Bolt-backed organisation to launch Ireland’s first esports degree

Irish esports organisation Wylde, which is co-owned by Usain Bolt, and BelfastMet have signed a multiyear partnership to create the first ever esports degree on the island of Ireland.

The deal between Wylde, and BelfastMet, the largest further and higher education college in Northern Ireland, has created the two-year undergrad degree for those seeking a career in esports and video gaming.

Wylde will deliver lectures and organise networking events as well as facilitating career placement ...