Located in the county of Gloucestershire in Southwest England, the University of Gloucestershire is considered the UK's most sustainable university (People and Planet League 2019). Spread across four specialised campuses in Cheltenham and Gloucester, the university is a community of around 10,000 students, with 8-10 percent being international students. UoG offers a wide range of undergraduate degree courses, a number of which are recognised with special accreditations and rankings. The University is also ranked sixth globally for postgraduate research experience (Postgraduate Research Experience Survey 2019). 

These high quality degree programmes focus on preparing you for your career. Each year, 4,000 placements and internships are completed by students, and all degree courses are focused on employability and experiential learning. With a specialised teaching staff, guest lecturers and other unique industry connections and events, UoG creates opportunities for students to gain critical and cutting-edge insight into their field of study and future employment. 

The University of Gloucestershire is also a great place for sport, with excellent links to the Football Association, regional teams and sporting organisations. UoG is an Endorsed Centre for the Football Association and a Centre for Coach Development for the Women's Game, as well as an endorsed British Universities & College Sport (BUCS) / Grassroots Community Hub for the Football Association. UoG students benefit from the collaborations at community and performance pathway levels. UoG researchers are actively engaged with FIFA, Forest Green Rovers, Bristol City and Athletico Bilbao as part of a young player's community programme. UDA Football Academy students will be part of the UoG sporting family, with access to exclusive FA coach and referee training. 

english language requirements and resources

 The University of Gloucestershire offers pre-sessional English courses in the summer and a foundation course, if needed. Additional support is provided through the Student Achievement Office.
More information on the University of Gloucestershire English Language Requirements.
​Information on specific country requirements. 

UNDERGRADUATE & PostGRADUATE STUDY

UDA will coordinate the timetable of academics and soccer academy to ensure that the best available opportunity is there for you to succeed in the classroom and on the field. Training will take place after the academic day is complete, usually in the late afternoons or early evenings.

ACADEMIC STAFF

UDA and The University of Gloucestershire International Office will work with you to find the right academic programme that meets your career goals and aspirations. There are multiple degree options to choose from.   ​

WHY STUDY IN THE UK?

UK degrees are internationally recognized and accepted. 
The UK has many advantages that many prospective students may not be aware exist. 

​"UDA has helped by giving me the opportunity to study abroad and increase my resume with an international degree."
- Thomas Sharp, UDA UoG Student-Athlete from Ohio, USA
Contact Dr. Brian Haley for complete details of the application process: bhaley@udauk.org
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