Academy overview
In partnership with London Elite, the academy is designed for aspiring professionals in the sport, providing unparalleled opportunities to study degrees in the sports industry at Wembley Stadium, alongside their full-time training programmes. This gives students the best chance of a successful career in sport, whether on the court, court-side or behind the scenes in media, marketing or finance.
As one of the fastest growing basketball clubs in the capital, London Elite will oversee all coaching for the student athletes involved in the academy. With the exclusive chance to train alongside former professionals, individuals are able to create a work schedule that revolves around, and caters towards, their intense training programmes.
As part of the UCFB Wembley Basketball Academy, student-athletes who enrol on our course this September will have the opportunity to play in the English National Basketball League Division 2, European Youth Basketball League, and the BUCS Basketball League. They will also have exclusive access to professional coaching from London Elite staff, who are some of the most experienced and qualified basketball professionals in the UK.
Eligible degrees
Career prospects
Career prospects for graduates from the UCFB Wembley Basketball Academy are wide and varied depending on the individuals chosen degree programme and playing progression within the academy. Should they not go onto achieve professional basketball player status, graduates may wish to also consider more traditional business, sport management or leadership roles using transferable skills gained throughout the programme.
Fees
Please consult each degree page for fees
Please consult each degree page for fees