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Study Programme - L3 -Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Sport and Physical Activity - Football

at Inspire Education Group, Peterborough · other provider

Level 3Applied and BTECCertificate36 weeksFull time

What the college says

Gain an expert training to become a semi-professional footballer or the knowledge for a career in football management or coaching. You will gain coaching from industry specialists and former professional football players whilst earning an accredited sporting qualification and playing regular football matches against other teams in competitive leagues. Training will take place at our Borderville Sports Complex home to Stamford AFC's Zeeco Stadium. Learners will study a Level&nbsp3 Diploma in Sport course for 12.75 hours per week alongside 6 hours training and Wednesday matchdays (home and away). Please be aware learners will be enrolled onto the course alongside the Football Academy commitments so will be required to complete and engage in both aspects

What you need to get on

4 GCSEs at grades 4/C or above including either English or maths or a Football Development Diploma Level 2 at Distinction 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

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

Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Stamford

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