Gen.G Esports has linked up with Manchester University to be part of its Practicum Abroad program. This program consists of a three-week course abroad for students to learn about the South Korean esports scene. The program takes place in Seoul, South Korea.
Manchester University and Gen.G Esports Partner Up

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Key Takeaways
- Gen.G partners with Manchester University for esports study abroad program.
- Students gain hands-on experience in South Korea’s esports industry.
- The program costs $5,450 for accredited university students.
Gen. G, Manchester University, Speak Out
Both Gen.G Esports and Manchester University have spoken glowingly about one another following the partnership.
“This is our most ambitious programme since the launch of our Gen.G Practicum Abroad program,” said Arnold Hur, CEO of Gen.G. “Bringing together some of the best universities in the country to expand their educational programs on campus.
“The students will be fully immersed in Korea with hands-on experiences to give them a 360-degree view of the esports industry.”
With this program, students will get hands-on esports experience. The students will gain insights from the pros, participate in lectures with Q&A sessions, and visit historic locations in South Korea.
“We are incredibly excited to partner with such an amazing esports organisation like Gen.G to provide our students here at Manchester with an amazing opportunity to travel to Seoul and learn the esports industry from the best in the business,” added Garrett Schieferstein, Director of Esports at Manchester University.
“This travel abroad experience is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to learn more about esports on a global scale and experience South Korean esports/culture.”
The cost of the program is the equivalent of $5,450, and the student must be enrolled at a 4-year US or internationally accredited university.
Esports and Universities in 2025
Esports have become more ingrained at universities all across the world, including the University of Limerick and Middle Tennessee State University, among others.
Limerick announced a collaboration with Logitech on a multi-million dollar research project, and Middle Tennessee State has opened up programs related to esports.
Additionally, the University of North Florida was granted $3 million for a new esports arena in April.
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