by GameMind Institute opens doors to first program for children
Bijeljina - GameMind The Institute presented a new educational program called "Knowledge begins with play", intended for children born between 2011 and 2015. The program is designed to develop concentration, teamwork, strategic thinking and digital literacy through games and esports activities.
Program structure
- The program lasts three months and includes 96 hours of teaching.
- During the year, planned three seasons, and each season includes different levels of training and the possibility of advancement.
- As part of the program, advanced workshops are also organized for students at higher levels.
Equipment and working conditions
Participants will use professional esports equipment, including monitors with 600 Hz refresh rate, identical to those used by professional players in international competitions.
Registration and registration fee
- The first season begins October 20, 2025
- Applications are open until September 30, 2025
- The registration fee is 980 KM (about €500)) per month per student.
Scholarships
The GameMind Institute has announced that it will five girls receive a full scholarship within the GAMING cluster. Candidates also have the option of applying for scholarships according to the Institute's regulations.
The broader significance of the program
By starting this project, Bijeljina gets a pioneering center for the development of children through gamification and esports. However, the importance of the program goes beyond the local framework:
- For Bosnia and Herzegovina: this is an opportunity to offer young people a structured and professional entry into the digital world, with an emphasis on education and skills development.
- Za region: considering that there are almost no similar programs, the GameMind Institute sets a standard that can serve as a model for other cities and countries in Southeast Europe.
- For the esports community: the program helps create a new generation of young players who perceive esports not only as entertainment, but also as a discipline that develops knowledge and character.
Support the esports community
The project supports E-Sports Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, whose president Ante Saravanja emphasizes that such programs contribute to the development of the esports scene and connect entertainment, sports and education.
