Basingstoke Town FC
Academy Programme

Combine your passion for football with a full-time education and development programme, and benefit from an outstanding learning and teaching experience which will push you to achieve your best and set you on the path to establishing yourself with the industry.

COURSE START DATE
September 2020

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 
NCFE Level 2 Diploma in Sport 
Individual offers may vary; however, you’ll normally need 4 GCSEs Level 1 - 9, including English and maths.

NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Sport 
Individual offers may vary; however, you’ll normally need 4 GCSEs Level 4-9, preferably one being English or maths.

NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport 
Individual offers may vary; however, you’ll normally need 5 GCSEs Level 4-9, including English and maths.

UCAS POINTS
Up to 168 UCAS points* available (equivalent to 3 A-Levels)
*Request a prospectus below for full breakdown of UCAS tariff points.

COST
This programme is government funded.
You will not need to pay tuition fees but other costs may be applicable.

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You will study a nationally recognised qualification in sport, delivered by SCL. Where required, you will also study maths and/or English GCSE or Functional Skills.

Complete an NCFE Level 2 Diploma in Sport or an NCFE Level 3 Diploma/Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity*

*Qualification studied will be dependent on GCSE grades achieved by learner.

Request a prospectus below for 2020/21 course information.

SCL Education & Training are the UK’s leading independent provider of education through sport.

• We are a government funded education provider
• We are experts in sport and education delivery with over 20 years’ experience
• We are creating the next generation of sports professionals
• We are working in partnership with 70+ football, rugby and cricket clubs nationwide
• We are nationally recognised for high quality information, advice and guidance

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What is an NCFE Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity?

Developed with employers in mind, your NCFE qualification will combine a mix of practical and theoretical learning.

This qualification is designed to be taken by those wishing to progress to a career in the sport and physical activity sector and aims to provide you with the specialist knowledge, skills and understanding relating to the sport and physical activity sector.

Your NCFE Diploma will:

• Use a range of delivery methods across all units
• Provide you with realistic insights into the world of work and opportunities to improve your performance
• Provide you with a range of learning resources to support with your studies
• Provide optional units to complete, depending on your personal interest or career aspirations
• Offer a variety of progression routes and help towards entry criteria for university application

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During your education and football development programme, you'll benefit from:

• Play in the Conference Youth Alliance and Tactic Development League
• Daily training from highly qualified FA coaches
• Guidance on individual football fitness
• Nutritional advice
• Regular appraisal to monitor development both on and off the pitch

There will be a subsidised cost for purchasing training kit at the start of the season. Further details about this will be provided upon the player’s acceptance into The Football Academy.

At Basingstoke Town FC we have had a number of players in and around our First Team that have graduated from the academy, as well as players who have progressed into the professional game.

Under the watchful eye of the First Team manager players also have a great opportunity to showcase their talent on a daily basis. We look to give players experience at senior level through our close connections with local clubs who we trust to help with the player's development. 

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EDUCATION

Successful completion of your study programme will provide you with the option to apply for university. As part of your weekly tutorials, you will receive support and guidance with your UCAS and student finance applications.

APPRENTICESHIPS

If you decide to combine further study with employment, you will be eligible for an apprenticeship within the sport and leisure industry.

EMPLOYMENT

Upon successful completion of your study programme, you will receive information, support and guidance on a variety of aspects to support you in securing meaningful employment. This will form the basis of your tutorial sessions, in addition to the academic monitoring and target setting.

FOOTBALL

Studying with SCL provides you with an opportunity to play professional or non-professional football, as well as a pathway to progress to a USA Scholarship. An American Scholarship will allow you to continue your studies whilst training and competing at a high level.

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COMPLETE YOUR APPLICATION
A member of our SCL Student Services Team will then be in touch to provide more information about the programme and book you onto an education interview, if eligible.

EDUCATION INTERVIEW
Your telephone interview is your chance to find out more information about the programme and ask any questions that you may have.
An SCL Tutor will be using this time to find out more information about you and collect important information in preparation for your enrolment onto the programme.

CONDITIONAL OFFER
Following your telephone interview, if eligible, you will receive a conditional offer to start the programme in September 2020.

SPORTS TASTER
We will be in touch with you to arrange your next steps, which will give you the chance to find out more about the sport element of the programme.
This will be either a phone call with the Academy Manager or Coach or a training session, dependent on government restrictions being lifted.

ENROLMENT
We will review your qualifications and work with the club to confirm your acceptance onto the programme.
You will then be enrolled onto the programme, and we will look forward to seeing you in September!

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AARON NICHOLSON

Aaron Nicholson who has his UEFA B coaching qualification, has been at the club for four years in various positions. Starting off as a assistant coach within the youth department for the under 16’s. While completing the season with the under 16’s, Aaron also completed his studies for his degree at Southampton Solent University where he achieved a BA Hons Degree in Football Studies.

Aaron then took over the Under 14’s as lead coach, where within two years he guided the team to the Under 15’s national JPL finals.

In May 2016 Aaron came on board with the club in a full time position, where he because assistant head in the Youth and community department. Since then Aaron has taken over not only as Head of Youth Community, but now as Academy Manager here at the Camrose Stadium.

Outside of Basingstoke Aaron has taken a select team of talented individuals from Hampshire, Berkshire & Surrey for the last three years to the Youth World Cup in Gothenburg Sweden, where most recently he led the under 18’s to the quarter final of the competition.

Aiden Harris is a regular member of the 1st Team squad. He has completed his Extended Diploma with a DDM grade and is currently completing the fitness programme, progressing onto Solent University in September to study Sports Performance Coaching.