Full-Time Football and Education Programme in Leeds
| Study For Level 3 Qualifications & Live The Life Of A Pro Footballer
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The UFCA Scholarship Programme is a prestigious full-time football and education initiative tailored for aspiring athletes in Year 12 and 13.
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​This unique program seamlessly integrates top-tier football training with academic excellence, providing a holistic development experience for young footballers.
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Participants in the UFCA Scholars Programme benefit from daily high-quality coaching sessions, meticulously designed to enhance their technical abilities, tactical understanding, and overall athletic performance.
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​Complementing their football education, scholars pursue their academic studies, choosing between A-Levels at Ralph Thoresby School or BTECs at Leeds City College. This dual focus on sports and academics equips our players with the skills and knowledge necessary for success both on and off the pitch.
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Our scholars compete in the NFYL Premier Division, where they face some of the best youth teams in the country - providing invaluable match experience, fostering resilience, teamwork, and a winning mentality on and off the football pitch.
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The UFCA Scholars Programme is dedicated to developing well-rounded individuals who excel in their sporting and academic pursuits.