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Advanced Foundation Diploma in Sports Mansfield Town Performance Football Programme 1 Yr

at Vision West Nottinghamshire College, Mansfield · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

Our unique partnership with Mansfield Town Football Club enables you to pursue your passion for football by combining professional football training with high-quality sports study. As part of the course, you will play in one of three male squads that currently play across different standards and competitions. So, whatever your playing abilities, you have the opportunity to regularly play and develop your skills. You will also have access to highly-qualified football coaches, along with excellent facilities both on and off-campus to support all aspects of your programme. Training sessions and matches take place at the excellent RH Academy where the first team is based. This gives you the perfect chance to show staff at the club what you’ve got and experience training in a professional environment. In terms of sports study, your first year is focused on developing your participation in sports and football, as well as developing your coaching and leadership skills. In the second year, you will develop a deep understanding of wider aspects of the industry such as sports injuries, business and sports analysis. At the end of the course, you will have a nationally recognised qualification (equivalent to three A Levels) and be in a great position to take the next steps towards a scholarship in the UK or abroad, employment or university.

What you need to get on

This course is only available to 16-18 year olds Four GCSEs grade 4-9 including English Language and Maths plus a successful trial with Mansfield Town Football Club. If you are not studying a traditional GCSE programme, we accept alternative qualifications like Functional Skills and vocational courses.

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Derby Road

    West Nottinghamshire College Derby Road, Mansfield, NG18 5BH

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Mansfield

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