The Football and Sports Leadership Programme at Newcastle United costs £12,000 per student, per academic year of study (January to January and September to September cohorts).
A condensed Programme from February 1, 2027 - June 30, 2027 costs £7,899 per student.
The payment will be payable to Newcastle United Foundation.
All strategic leadership sessions will either be delivered at St. James’ Park, the most iconic stadium in the Premier League (in our humble opinion), or at the Newcastle United Training Ground.
The football training and development sessions will all take place at Newcastle Approved Sites.
The complete 12-month Football and Sports Leadership Programme starts in January and ends in January the following year. Alternatively, we also welcome a September cohort with this programme ending in September the following year. A condensed Programme is also available, running February 1, 2027 - June 30, 2027.
Students must apply to their chosen institution via UCAS or directly through the institution’s website. Should you be made an offer to study at your chosen institution, they will be in touch with next steps on how to add the Newcastle United International Education and Leadership Experience to your application.
Click on your chosen institution for more information and support with your application: Northumbria University, Newcastle University, and Newcastle College.
All four education partners welcome applicants globally and from all financial backgrounds, however only some of the institutions can accept applications from students in receipt of sponsorship (i.e., sponsored students from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia). Each institution in our partnership has a full breakdown of the which students they accept on their website where they also outline students’ payment schedules as this varies vary by institution.
Click on your chosen institution for more information on fees: Northumbria University, Newcastle University and Newcastle College.
A deposit will be due prior to your arrival at your chosen institution. Once you begin your studies, payment of the remaining amount will be due – this can be taken in two instalments or as a one-off payment.
Yes, if you are under 18 when you begin your academic programme, your chosen institution will provide additional support for you including guidance and advice for personal, professional and academic issues, among other things.
Yes. Your academic studies and the Football & Sports Leadership Programme are separate from one another. However, students must be enrolled in an academic programme with one of our partners to join the Newcastle United Football & Sports Leadership Programme.
Students can choose from a wide range of academic courses across all four education partners at Foundation, Undergraduate and Postgraduate level. Available courses will vary by institution so please be sure to visit the website of each partner for course availability.
Click on your chosen institution for more information on courses available: Northumbria University, Newcastle University, INTO Newcastle University, Newcastle College.
As this programme is an extra-curricular activity, you will be awarded with a certificate in recognition of your attendance on completion of your programme. This is in addition to your diploma.
The programme is not currently accredited, however you will gain valuable experience during your time spent on programme. Skills you will build include improving leadership, communication, teamwork and resilience – all of which contribute to your employability in the future. The Newcastle United Football & Sports Leadership Programme can also be added to your CV to demonstrate your commitment to attending extra-curricular activity.
The Newcastle United Football & Sports Leadership Programme is not aimed at equipping students to become professional players. However, you will gain a greater understanding of how a professional football club operates with insight into all aspects of club activity.
Experience of playing football is desirable, however it is not essential for students joining the Newcastle United Football & Sports Leadership Programme to currently be part of or to have previously been part of a team/club at any level. Sessions will be tailored to suit your playing ability.
Coaching staff are fully First Aid trained, and a physiotherapist will be present at all fixtures. Physiotherapists can be recommended to support rehabilitation.
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