YOUR PATHWAYS

One start. Hundreds of pathways.

Professional and semi-professional football, US scholarships, university and careers around the game. Explore your direction.

Your next step ↗Contact the academy ↗

Choose your next step

SGA HNC in Sport01 1 YEAR · LEVEL 4

01 1 YEAR · LEVEL 4

Keep learning.

Build on your BTEC.

Keep playing while taking your next step in sport, coaching and further study.

Explore the HNC ↗

Employment07 START YOUR CAREER

07 START YOUR CAREER

Take your next step into work, with support for your CV and interviews.

Explore career ideas ↗

Apprenticeships06 EARN + LEARN

06 EARN + LEARN

Get to work.

Build experience. Find your direction.

Earn a wage while building skills and qualifications in sport or another industry.

Talk apprenticeships ↗

SGA Football Industry Degree02 3 YEARS · DEGREE

02 3 YEARS · DEGREE

Study coaching, business and more with a degree that fits around football.

Explore the degree ↗

University03 HIGHER EDUCATION

03 HIGHER EDUCATION

Choose a course that matches your ambitions, with support for your application.

Talk university options ↗

Professional & Semi-Pro Football05 YOUR NEXT LEVEL

05 YOUR NEXT LEVEL

Work towards senior football through player development, club connections and trial opportunities.

Meet our graduates ↗

US Football Scholarships04 STUDY + PLAY ABROAD

04 STUDY + PLAY ABROAD

Keep playing.

Take your game further.

Explore opportunities to study and play college football in the USA.

Ask about scholarships ↗

You can combine pathways, including playing alongside study or work. Entry requirements and selection apply.

MORE THAN ONE WAY FORWARD

Where could it take you?

Physiotherapy. Teaching. Coaching. And more. Tap an area to see career ideas.

Coaching

Football coach
Academy coach
Goalkeeper coach
Futsal coach
Community football coach
Football development officer

Teaching & education

PE teacher
Primary school teacher
Sports lecturer
Teaching assistant
School sports coach

Healthcare & rehabilitation

Physiotherapist
Sports therapist
Sports rehabilitator
Physiotherapy assistant
Sports massage therapist

Sports science & performance

Sports scientist
Performance analyst
Strength and conditioning coach
Exercise physiologist

Psychology & nutrition

Sport and exercise psychologist
Sports nutritionist

Fitness & leisure

Personal trainer
Gym instructor
Group exercise instructor
Leisure centre manager

Community & youth work

Youth worker
Sports development officer
Community project coordinator
Disability sport coach

Football recruitment & operations

Football scout
Recruitment analyst
Academy administrator
Club operations coordinator
Player care officer

Media & creative

Sports journalist
Commentator
Social media manager
Content creator
Sports photographer
Videographer

Business & commercial

Marketing executive
Sponsorship executive
Sales executive
Recruitment consultant
Sports retail manager

Events, hospitality & tourism

Sports events coordinator
Stadium hospitality manager
Football tour coordinator
Holiday resort sports instructor

Start your own business

Football coaching
Personal training
Holiday sports camps
Sports media

Careers to work towards. Some require further study, professional qualifications or experience.

YOUR FUTURE STARTS HERE

Not sure yet? Let's work it out.

Talk to our team about your next step.

Talk to the team ↗Ready to join SGA? Apply now ↗

YOUR NEXT STEPS

Ready to take it further?

Find your academy.

Choose the programme and location that fit your goals.

Explore our locations ↗

Experience the environment.

Meet the team and find out what academy life could look like.

Find an Open Trial ↗

Make your next move.

Understand the application journey and get ready for your next chapter.

The Application Process ↗

YOUR NEXT CHAPTER / SEPTEMBER 2027

YOUR FUTURE
IN FOOTBALL
STARTS HERE.

Current Year 11? This is where your next step after school begins.

Apply Now for 2027

Find Your Local Open Trial ↗