AEL University
Compete at the highest level. Represent your university. Join thousands of students across Australia in structured esports leagues built for campus life.
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What's Involved
Elite-Level Competition
The AEL Elite Series is an invitational league for Australia’s top university esports teams. All the best teams against each other with professional production and expert commentary every match.
Open to All Students
Open to any student currently enrolled at an Australian university. All skill levels welcome; register your team, provide proof of enrolment, and compete against universities from across the country.
$25,000+ Prize Pool
Real prize money spread across both series and two seasons. Full terms and conditions apply for entry requirements and eligibility details.
League Information
Format
Stage 1: Groups (Best of 3)
The groups stage will consist of multiple groups of teams battling it out for their spots in the playoffs.
Stage 2: Playoffs (Best of 5)
The playoff stage will be an elimination bracket with the top teams from the group stage.
Prizes
1st place: TBC
2nd place: TBC
3rd place: TBC
4th place: TBC
prizes are per season
6v6
Platform: PC (via Steam/Epic Games), Playstation & Xbox
Schedule
Marvel Rivals matches are played
on Tuesday evenings
Terms & Conditions of entry
- Students must be enrolled at an Australian University
- All members of a team must be from the same institution
- All players must provide Proof of Enrolment or equivalent for confirmation
Format
Stage 1: Groups (Best of 5)
The groups stage will consist of multiple groups of teams battling it out for their spots in the playoffs.
Stage 2: Playoffs (Best of 7)
The playoff stage will be an elimination bracket with the top teams from the group stage.
Prizes
1st place: TBC
2nd place: TBC
3rd place: TBC
4th place: TBC
prizes are per season
3v3
Platform: PC, PS, XBOX & Nintendo Switch
Schedule
Rocket League matches are played
on Wednesday evenings
Terms & Conditions of entry
- Students must be enrolled at an Australian University
- All members of a team must be from the same institution
- All players must provide Proof of Enrolment or equivalent for confirmation
Format
Stage 1: Groups (Best of 1)
The groups stage will consist of multiple groups of teams battling it out for their spots in the playoffs.
Stage 2: Playoffs (Best of 3)
The playoff stage will be an elimination bracket with the top teams from the group stage.
Prizes
1st place: TBC
2nd place: TBC
3rd place: TBC
4th place: TBC
prizes are per season
5v5
Platform: PC (via Steam)
Schedule
CS2 matches are played
on Wednesday evenings
Terms & Conditions of entry
- Students must be enrolled at an Australian University
- All members of a team must be from the same institution
- All players must provide Proof of Enrolment or equivalent for confirmation
Format
Stage 1: Groups (Best of 1)
The groups stage will consist of multiple groups of teams battling it out for their spots in the playoffs.
Stage 2: Playoffs (Best of 3)
The playoff stage will be an elimination bracket with the top teams from the group stage.
Prizes
1st place: TBC
2nd place: TBC
3rd place: TBC
4th place: TBC
prizes are per season
5v5
Platform: PC (via Riot Client)
This competition is not affiliated with or sponsored by Riot Games, Inc. or VALORANT.
Schedule
VALORANT matches are played
on Thursday evenings
Terms & Conditions of entry
- Students must be enrolled at an Australian University
- All members of a team must be from the same institution
- All players must provide Proof of Enrolment or equivalent for confirmation
Format
Stage 1: Groups (Best of 1)
The groups stage will consist of multiple groups of teams battling it out for their spots in the playoffs.
Stage 2: Playoffs (Best of 3)
The playoff stage will be an elimination bracket with the top teams from the group stage.
Prizes
1st place: TBC
2nd place: TBC
3rd place: TBC
4th place: TBC
prizes are per season
5v5
Platform: PC (via Ubisoft Connect), Xbox or Playstation
Schedule
Siege matches are played
on Friday evenings
Terms & Conditions of entry
- Students must be enrolled at an Australian University
- All members of a team must be from the same institution
- All players must provide Proof of Enrolment or equivalent for confirmation
Tournament Dates
2026 Season Key Dates.
Open Series
Ready to Compete for Your University?
Register your university esports club for the AEL Elite or Open Series. Both divisions compete for real prize money in a structured, professionally run environment.
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