Welcome to the
UCFB Applicant Hub
Welcome to Your
UCFB Applicant Hub
Congratulations on taking your first step into the world of football & sport by applying to UCFB!
Our Applicant Hub is designed to provide you with a unique insight into life at UCFB. Via a series of applicant exclusive events you’ll be able to discover UCFB life with us through the eyes of our academics, our students and our graduates.
Get to Know Your
Applicant Events
Throughout the year, we hold exclusive events and webinars for our Applicants. From Applicant Taster Days, to our Applicant Webinar Series, you will get exclusive insights into crucial next steps such as responding to UCAS offers, navigating accommodation choices and understanding student finance.
Stay connected with everything happening via our Applicant Hub! We’ll be hosting a variety of exciting events and webinars throughout the year to help you get ready for your journey with us. Be sure to regularly check the Applicant Hub for the latest announcements and updates. Don’t miss out on important dates and opportunities to engage with our community!
Our Applicant Taster Days begin in the Spring. These are fantastic events for you to come onto campus, meet your academic course leaders, network with staff and fellow students, and ask any questions you have about your course of interest!
- Manchester dates: 02/04/2025 and 30/04/2025
- Wembley dates: 26/03/2025 and 23/04/2025
Secure your place!
Accommodation is now open!
Accommodation booking for 2025 have now opened! Please ensure you apply via the UCFB Learner Portal and bear in mind, accommodation is first come first served. We recommend booking prior to June for the best availability!
Welcome to your
Student Life
Our campuses are based in two of the world’s leading student cities, providing an exceptional environment to live and learn in. Our UCFB Wembley campus in London, with the iconic Wembley Stadium at the heart of campus, and the expanded UCFB Manchester Campus, provides you with a learning experience like no other.
Navigate the options below to discover how UCFB’s Student Life can make your university experience memorable!
Ben Friend
I think if you’re passionate about what you do, the whole point of UCFB is there’s somewhere for you to go and study, learn and thrive in an environment that you care about. If you’re working in that it will come naturally to you.
UCFB Graduate
Events Manager at The FA
Grace Scott
UCFB was extremely important in developing my skills and knowledge within my area of work and allowed me to create relationships with friends, academics, and professionals within the industry.
UCFB Graduate
Ticketing, Media and Marketing Officer at Maidenhead United
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
Harry Siddall
There are elements to UCFB’s course that you only know because the lecturers are actually in the industry. The lecturers genuinely care about where you end up.
UCFB Graduate
Media Manager at Salford Red Devlis
Lucy Cross
The best thing about studying at UCFB is that the lecturers are in the industry, so they’ve all got jobs in football as well as lecturing, and they can give really helpful advice on football and your career.
UCFB Graduate
Coach at Manchester United Foundation
Olga Monteiro
When you come from a different country, the structures of what you learn are very different. UCFB gave me that help, even just speaking 1-2-1, something which I haven’t found in any other place that I’ve studied.
UCFB Graduate
Journalist at BBC Sport
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
Will Hobson
One of my roles is creating digital content for the BBC Sport social channels, and for the website. That will include working with Match of the Day, Football Focus, Final Score and other sports shows.
UCFB Graduate
Assistant Producer at BBC Sport
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
Be Inspired
Our Alumni
At UCFB we pride ourselves on the employability of our industry-ready graduates, and the success they achieve while enjoying their chosen career path.
Our commitment to student success is reflected in the achievements of our recent graduates. In fact, over 93% of UCFB graduates are in employment within six months of completing their degree, with many securing roles in top football and sports organisations, media, and business sectors.
This speaks to the high quality of our courses and the strength of our industry connections, providing students with unparalleled opportunities for career growth.
Here to Help
Student Support
The Student Support Team is here to support you across a wide range of areas throughout your studies at UCFB. Our services include:
- Pastoral and Wellbeing
- Disability and Learning Support
- Access and Widening Participation
- Student Finance
- Student Union and Student Voice
We want our students to feel supported to succeed academically, professionally, and personally, and we help to guide them in the right direction for additional support alongside their studies.
Get to know our UCFB Student Services Team at UCFB Manchester & UCFB Wembley Campuses, contact StudentSupport@ucfb.ac.uk
Understanding the
Useful Information
Enrolment is the process you need to complete to become an official UCFB student. UCFB is an embedded college of the University of East London (UEL), who we work in partnership with. UEL accredit UCFB courses and validate awards offered.
Enrolment is an important part of your student journey with us. The enrolment team is here to help you through the process and provide support wherever you need it. We strongly recommend that you complete enrolment as soon as possible, to allow you to focus on your studies.
Enrolment with UCFB consists of 2 parts. It is completely online and involves you providing up-to-date information for your student record.
- Part 1: Complete your consents form with UCFB
- Part 2: Complete your enrolment with UEL
For more information, click here.
Going to university is a big decision, but a degree from UCFB can open doors for your future career. We know you’ve probably heard a lot about the costs and student loans, and it can feel overwhelming. But don’t stress – there are a lot of myths out there, and we’re here to break them down. Get the real facts on fees, funding, and why your degree is an investment in your future success!
Our Team is here to support you throughout your journey, talk to us today with any questions you have on fees, funding, scholarships, cost of living and more.
To find out more information, click here.
UCFB scholarship schemes are designed to encourage students to embrace their time with us and graduate with more than just their university degree.
UCFB Bursary Scheme is intended to help level the playing field for students from lower income, disadvantaged and traditionally under-represented backgrounds in Higher Education (including those from low higher education participation neighbourhoods, independent and mature students, students from diverse backgrounds, students with dis/ability, care leavers, etc.) to ensure that higher education is available to everyone.
For more information, click here.
- Track your application including uploading supporting evidence
- View your offer
- Apply for a scholarship or bursary
- Apply for your accommodation
Click here to access the UCFB Learner Portal
Please note only use the credentials that you receive via email to login.
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