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Why UCFB?

We’re proud to be the first higher education institution in the world dedicated to the delivery of university degrees in the football and sports industries.

Our pioneering degrees enable those working within the industry to drive forward their career, and to provide a gateway for those aspiring to pursue their ambitions of working in the sport’s industry.

UCFB graduates have held positions at all 20 Premier League clubs and at 49 of the 72 clubs in the English Football League.

93 %

Of UCFB Undergraduates find full-time employment within 6-9 months of graduating.

Source: UCFB internal graduate census

63 %

Of those graduates are working within Football and Sport.

Source: UCFB internal graduate census

99 %

Of UCFB Postgraduates find full-time employment within 6-9 months of graduating.

Source: UCFB internal graduate census

Our Campuses

Why UCFB?

All UCFB students have the option to study at two UK campuses at UCFB Wembley and UCFB Manchester, as well as distance learning options, with the optional opportunity of attending global experiences throughout their studies.

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Gabby Ward

UCFB provided me with multiple opportunities over the years to work in the football and sports industry and this resulted in having an impressive CV upon graduating.

UCFB Graduate

ERDP Project and Operations Manager at The Premier League

Mya Graham

The sport industry does not feel like work. It feels like fun every day and I can definitely vouch for that.

UCFB Graduate

Producer at talkSPORT

Gareth Southgate OBE

If you ask any sports person or any coach what’s the difference at the highest it’s the mental side of the game, so why wouldn’t we try and train that, and why wouldn’t we try and work to improve that?

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Former England Men’s Manager

Rio Rosenberg

The lecturers, module leaders, everyone surrounding the university. I think they have all really helped me on my journey, and I wouldn’t be where I am now without what UCFB has given me!

UCFB Graduate

Women's Content Creator at Chelsea FC

Saad Wadia

UCFB gave us the platform to work while studying, and it gave us the opportunity to work on projects that we liked. It gave us the chance to grow organically.

UCFB Graduate

Director of Fiber Sports Management

Shaun Barry

UCFB graduates have become an invaluable people resource at Sky. The practical experience gained during their courses means that knowledge of industry standards is at a fantastic level compared to other candidates.

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Manager of Content Services at Sky

Stefan Otway

We’ve got a family of UCFB graduates here. It’s something we look at when we’re hiring for roles across the club. It’s that passion that carries when someone has UCFB on their CV. You know they’re going to give everything.

UCFB Graduate

Partnerships Manager at West Ham United FC

Campus

UCFB Wembley

With Wembley Stadium at the heart of your campus, what could be more motivating for a future career in the football and sports industry than walking into the most famous stadium in the world?

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UCFB Manchester

With stadium venues and bespoke facilities at the heart of the campus, students can live, learn and work at the centre of one of Europe’s most progressive sporting cities.

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Global Hub

Miami

Home to MLS franchise Inter Miami CF, the Inter Miami CF Stadium provides a vibrant culture, energetic atmosphere, reflecting the diverse and passionate spirit of Miami.

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