We understand that not everyone will become a professional footballer.
While our UEFA A Licence coaches will push students on the pitch to play to their highest level, there are many pathways available outside of professional football such as; sports business, analysis, media, coaching, fitness or sports science.
Gain up to 168 UCAS points.
A two-year, full time programme.
Combines coaching theory with our football programme.
Gain coaching experiences with local clubs and schools.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements vary depending on the chosen qualification, but ideally you will achieve 5 GCSEs at level 4–9.
The Qualification
Students will work towards a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sports, Coaching and Development over two years. We also offer a one year Level 2 qualification for those with lower entry grades.
Classroom Learning
Alongside training and playing multiple times per week, you can also expect to be spending time in the classroom learning from our experienced, highly qualified tutors.
Our tutors provide the support needed for you to get your highest possible grade.
Units are varied to give you a detailed overview into the world of football and sport. Expect to study everything from sports psychology to developing coaching skills and wellbeing in sport.
Did you know we also offer a unique two-year Football Media Programme?
The standards we set in the classroom are as important as the ones we set on the pitch. We are therefore proud to have been rated “Good” by Ofsted following their recent inspection of ourselves and education partners, Access Sport College.
Our Education Partners.
We work in partnership with two of the UK’s leading education providers to ensure we offer each student the highest quality of education.
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