Free Level 2 Sport Course in Stamford. Classes run full-time at Stamford College's Borderville Sports Complex, home to Stamford AFC's Zeeco Stadium. The course runs over 36 weeks and combines practical football training with competitive league matches. You'll be coached by football industry experts and former professional players. Note: this course currently runs as a male-only football programme. Female applicants are welcome to explore other sport courses at the college. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English and maths, or a relevant Level 1 qualification.
Who this course is for
Develop your football skills and ability through practical learning and regular participation in competitive league matches with teams at your level. You will study at our Borderville Sports Complex home to Stamford AFC's Zeeco Stadium where you will not only have the opportunity to gain a qualification whilst training for a career as a semi-professional footballer but also recieve your coaching from football industry experts and former professional football players. You will participate in six hours training a week. Learners will study a Level 2 Diploma in Sport course for 10.75 hours per week alongside 6 hours training and Wednesday match days. Please be aware learners will be enrolled onto their course alongside their Football Academy commitments so will be required to complete and engage in both aspects
Entry requirements
4 GCSEs at grades 3/D or above including English and maths or a relevant Level 1 qualification. Regrettably we currently do not have the numbers to run a female football team and as FA rules state mixed football is not allowed over the age of 16 we cannot accept applications from female candidates. However if you are female and interested in a career in football our Sports courses are the next best alternative and will still allow you to play football and other
What you will learn
You'll develop football technique and performance through regular training sessions.
You'll compete in league matches at your level to build match experience.
You'll study the principles of sport science and how they apply to performance.
You'll learn about coaching methods and how to support others in sport.
You'll explore health, fitness, and conditioning relevant to a sporting career.
You'll gain knowledge of the football industry and career routes within it.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical sessions on the pitch at Borderville Sports Complex, combined with classroom study at Stamford College. Assessment includes coursework, practical performance, and participation in competitive league matches. Coaching is delivered by football industry professionals and former professional players.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Stamford College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Football coach assistant: supporting training sessions at grassroots level
Sports development officer: promoting participation in local sport
Fitness instructor: delivering exercise sessions in gyms or leisure centres
Community sport coach: running activities for clubs or local organisations
Sports administrator: coordinating events, fixtures, and club operations
Personal trainer: working with individuals on fitness and performance goals
What you could study next
Level 3 Cambridge Technical in Sport: deepen your knowledge and open routes into higher education or sport management roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Sporting Excellence: specialist route for those pursuing performance sport.
FA Coaching Badges (UEFA C Licence): the recognised qualification for football coaches at club level.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Sport: a Level 4 route into sport science, coaching, or management degrees.
