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Study Programme - L2 - Cambridge Technical Diploma in Sport

at Inspire Education Group, Peterborough · other provider

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma36 weeksFull time

What the college says

Develop your football skills and ability through practical learning and regular participation in competitive league matches with teams at your level. You will study at our Borderville Sports Complex home to Stamford AFC's Zeeco Stadium where you will not only have the opportunity to gain a qualification whilst training for a career as a semi-professional footballer but also recieve your coaching from football industry experts and former professional football players. You will participate in six hours training a week. Learners will study a Level 2 Diploma in Sport course for 10.75 hours per week alongside 6 hours training and Wednesday match days. Please be aware learners will be enrolled onto their course alongside their Football Academy commitments so will be required to complete and engage in both aspects

What you need to get on

4 GCSEs at grades 3/D or above including English and maths or a relevant Level 1 qualification. Regrettably we currently do not have the numbers to run a female football team and as FA rules state mixed football is not allowed over the age of 16 we cannot accept applications from female candidates. However if you are female and interested in a career in football our Sports courses are the next best alternative and will still allow you to play football and other

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

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

Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Stamford

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