Job Description
An AMAZING opportunity to combine Football with Education in the USA, and we are looking for keen, enthusiastic individuals who either have a strong football-education background and are looking to continue their development, or new individuals who are just looking to get started in the industry.
Our BSc (Hons) degree is an unbelievable opportunity for students to experience time in the USA and achieve UEFA certification (up to UEFA B). UK International Soccer have teamed up with the University of South Wales to create this unique degree opportunity.
Candidates do not have to have just completed school, or have A-levels to apply. Relevant experience for more mature applicants is accepted, and we encourage all applicants who have a keen interest in education of football in the USA, and enhancing and developing their professional skill sets.
- Students spend up to 9 months per year in the USA, where they conduct their work-based learning through a paid internship and sports administration projects
- Taught through blended learning, this degree option requires students attending residential periods on-campus in Wales in January and November
- The remainder of the course is taught through blended learning material including on-line assignments and work-based learning
- Save thousands of £s compared to comparable degree courses
- Full kit and equipment is provided to all students
- Full training is delivered to all new students, while ongoing CPD is available through the UK International Soccer Training & Education Department
Requirements
- Existing football qualifications (Level 1, FA Playermaker, FAW Leaders or equivalents)
- A clear demonstration of football coaching experience
- A strong work ethic and a willingness to experience new things
- The ability to travel to the US
- Receiving top-class educational support from the University of South Wales
- Completing a BSc Hons Degree after 3 years
- Completing the UEFA B coaching licence as part of the degree (no extra cost)
- Competitive rates of pay
- Ability to travel across the USA
- Free kit and equipment provided
- Free housing and transportation provided
