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University Degree

When it comes to picking your University we have three of the best in the UK and the world to choose from in the City of Liverpool.

All three universities offer over 150 undergraduate and postgraduate (masters) degree courses, from Law, to Business to Engineering or Sports Science. Whilst you will be studying a degree of your choice, you will be also playing full time football with Steven Gerrard Academy.

HOURS OF STUDY

Average = 15 per week

ENTRY REQUIRMENTS

You will be expected to achieve a minimum of 90-180 UCAS Points

WHAT YOU WILL STUDY

Any degree of your choice, provided you have the prerequisite grades to be accepted onto the course of your choice.

High School Diploma – A Levels

Choose three A Levels from the following areas preparing you for success at university or career in your chosen field.

School of Sciences

Our passion for innovation and scientific advancement ensures our students are well prepared and equipped for their careers in science, in whatever field they choose to study. We’re proud to play our part in educating the world’s future healthcare professionals, scientists and engineers.

School of Humanities and Social Sciences

Study of the Humanities and Social Sciences gives us a deep understanding of the human and cultural aspect of the world we live in and is a key part of a balanced education, creating thoughtful and active citizens of the future who will make a positive impact on society.

School of Business and Management

Our students develop the skills and gain qualifications they need to unlock a wide range of local and global business and management opportunities. We nurture our students’ talents
and provide the knowledge, experience and contacts that our students need to succeed in their specialist business areas.

School of Modern Languages

All subjects are available as two-year courses, many are also available as eighteen-month or one-year courses. One to one or small group tuition may be provided on request.

Throughout the academic year each school runs Master Classes, brings in expert speakers, engages with the local business and university communities to ensure that students are exposed to a wide range of experiences, expertise, and positive influences all designed to expand their horizons and help them achieve their aspirations in life.

All subjects are available as two-year courses, many are also available as eighteen-month or one-year courses. One to one or small group tuition may be provided on request.

High School Diploma – BTEC

This qualification covers an array of areas within sport including physiotherapy, sports psychology, sports science and health and well-being. This programme will help you to prepare for many different careers in football through gaining technical knowledge and an insight into your area of interest. Alongside theory based coaching work, you’ll gain valuable experience out on the pitch whether that is during practical lessons or work experience at local schools and grassroots clubs. This programme will also allow you to gather important tactical and strategic knowledge to assist you when you play.

Upon successful completion, this programme can help you gain entry into universities around the world.

HOURS OF STUDY

Average = 15 per week

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

First Year

  • BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Sports Development (Specialist)
  • BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Sports Development (Specialist)

  • Level 2 Certificate in Coaching (sport and physical activity) 1st4Sport

  • Level 2 qualification in Community Sports Leadership Sports Leaders UK

  • Self Employment in Sport

  • Careers in Sport

Units covered:

  • Anatomy & Physiology in Sport
  • Health, Wellbeing & Sport

  • Developing Coaching Skills

  • Sports Development

  • Self Employment in Sport

  • Careers in Sport

second year

  • Level 3 Certificate in Coaching (sport and physical activity) 1st4sport

  • BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Sports Development.

Units covered:

  • Sports Nutrition

  • Applied Coaching Skills

  • Sports Injuries

  • Fitness Testing
  • Fitness Training

  • Sports Psychology

Student Success Stories

Name: Scott McCarthy
Class of: 2017
Study Location/Course: Wyncote

Destination:

Masters in Business Administration & Concentration in Project Management – Indiana Tech

Name: Tom Steging
Class of: 2017
Study Location/Course: Wyncote

Destination:

Hastings College Nebraska – Business Administration with a Minor in Psychology

Name: Jaden Garcia
Class of: 2021
Study Location/Course: Wyncote

Destination:

University of Salford – Sports Rehabilitation

APPLICATIONS OPEN NOW