This is an exciting opportunity for talented young male and female footballers (aged 16-18) to play for the Brentford FC's Community Sports Trust Post-16 education squad, and gain a BTEC Sports qualification at West Thames College.
If selected, you'll study at West Thames College for a recognised BTEC qualification, whilst gaining elite footballing skills from Brentford FC's Community Sports Trust coaching staff. Study units will include body systems, practical sport, fitness testing and training, tactical awareness and psychology. You'll play competitive matches against other Academy teams in a league.
The course could help you sign for a professional football team or progress to university.
Trials: Trials are held during the school holidays on a half termly basis. Please note you need to be invited to a trial to attend. To begin the process, please complete the form below.
Please note that this course is exclusively available to individuals who meet the following residency criteria:
- UK Residents with the Right to Remain: Applicants must possess valid immigration permission that allows them to reside and study in the United Kingdom without restrictions for the duration of the course.
- Dependents of Individuals with the Right to Remain: Applicants who are living with a parent or guardian who holds valid Right to Remain status in the UK are also eligible to apply.
Prospective students will be required to provide appropriate documentation to verify their eligibility, such as a valid UK passport, Biometric Residence Permit (BRP), or official documentation confirming their immigration status. Failure to provide satisfactory evidence of the right to study in the UK will result in the inability to enrol in the course.
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About the Course
You will spend time with Brentford Football Club developing your footballing skills undergoing a full-time training programme which will include additional strength and conditioning sessions.
You will play mid-week fixtures in one of the Programme's teams. All participate in competitive competitions like the Football Conference Youth Alliance, a national competition recognised as the best for mid week U19 football.
You will study at West Thames College where you will gain your qualification, the BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Sport.
You will study:
- Exercise Planning
- Promotion and Sponsorship
- Lifestyle
- Analysis of Performance
- Fitness Training and Testing for Sport
- Practical Sports Performance
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Technical and Tactical Skills in Sport
- Sports Nutrition
- Talent Identification
- Sports Business
- Psychology and Injury in Sport.
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Additional Costs
Additional Fees
£150 sports kit, materials and visits.
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Entry Requirements
4 GCSEs at grade 9-4 including English and/or Maths or a merit/distinction in a relevant Level 2 qualification. You will be invited for a trial by Brentford FC who will assess your football skills. If you are successful, you will attend an interview at West Thames College. If you need advice before you apply, please call 020 8326 2020 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
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Progression
- Further study at West Thames College or a university
One of our recent students signed a professional contract for a team in Gibraltar. Other students have been accepted on scholarships to the USA.
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Assessment Method
For the BTEC qualification, each unit will be assessed by a series of assignments, with both practical and theory elements. Each assignment is graded pass, merit or distinction and the grades will contribute towards your overall result. Functional skills will be assessed via an external exam.
