Football & Education Programme

To study 3 A Levels

6 GCSEs - combination of:

• C or above for unreformed GCSEs
• 4 or above in Reformed GCSEs

To study Double Award Btec (OCR Nationals) and 1 A Level

5 GCSEs - combination of:

• C or above for unreformed GCSEs
• 4 or above in Reformed GCSEs

To study Triple Award Btec (OCR Nationals).

4 GCSEs - combination of:

• C or above for unreformed GCSEs
• 4 or above in Reformed GCSEs

The Football & Education Programme allows students to combine an excellent academic offer alongside a full time training and fixture programme with Norwich City Community Sports Foundation. Delivered at Carrow Road, students study towards an Extended Diploma in Sport, the equivalent to 3 A-levels over the 2 year programme.

Example Units

• Sports Coaching and Activity Leadership

• Improving fitness for sport and physical activity

• Sports injuries and rehab

• Organisation of sports events

• Sports organisation and development

• Working in active leisure facilities

Why study the extended diploma in sport?

This qualification has been designed to account for a full two‐year, full‐time study programme for learners who are intending to go onto further study or employment in the sport and active leisure sector.

What makes a successful sport student?

A student who enjoys learning the skills needed to work in the sport sector and has a passion to further a career in football or sport either in a playing or non-playing context. The ability to show independent learning and meet deadlines is essential.

What does the football element look like?

A comprehensive football coaching programme allows for individual and team development through a series of technical and tactical sessions across the week, based around the 11-a-side game. Players will also take part in a series of Futsal activities and fixtures to support their technical development, mobility and overall in-game decision making. Players selected for squads will have the opportunity to represent Norwich City Football Club against other professional clubs.

Four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above are required including both Maths and English.

This qualification will enable learners to progress to sport based apprenticeships as well as degree courses chosen from a range of sports based options.