Degree Study with Tigers Trust & University of South Wales
At Tigers Trust, we offer the opportunity to study for a university degree while staying local, developing real coaching experience, and working alongside a professional football club. Our degree programmes are delivered in partnership with the University of South Wales, with students studying from the MKM Stadium and Tigers Trust Arena in Hull.
You will be enrolled as a student at the University of South Wales and have online access to the necessary learning materials to complete your degree with us here in our classroom at the MKM Stadium. Additionally, you will spend a minimum of seven days per year at the University of South Wales High Performance Centre – the USW Sport Park and receive full accommodation during these teaching blocks.
You’ll benefit from small group teaching, personalised support from experienced club mentors, and access to over 500 hours of practical work experience, helping you build the knowledge, confidence and industry contacts you need for a career in sport, coaching or community development.
Our Degree Pathways
FdSc Sports Coaching and Development
This course develops your ability to coach effectively across a range of sports and community settings. You will study key themes such as youth coaching, safeguarding, behaviour management, performance, and inclusive sport.
FdSc Community Football Coaching and Development
A football specific pathway linked directly to Hull City, Tigers Trust and the wider football network. This course develops your coaching ability, understanding of football development, and skills in using sport to positively impact local communities.
Both courses:
Run over two years (Foundation Degree)
Offer the option to complete a third year to gain a full BSc (Hons) degree
Prospectus Coming Soon...
Real Work Experience
You will complete at least one day per week on placement, tailored to your interests. Examples include:
• Primary & secondary school sport delivery
• Grassroots & Academy football coaching
• Community outreach projects
• Inclusive sport programmes
• Tournament & event delivery
Many students gain paid work through Tigers Trust and partner organisations during the course.
Entry Requirements
• 2 A-Levels at grade D or above
or
• Level 3 BTEC (Merit/Pass/Pass)
• Ideally FA Introduction to Coaching Football (we can support accessing this if needed)
How to Apply
Applications are made through UCAS.
Community Football Coaching and Development - Click here
Sports Coaching and Development - Click here
UCAS Buzzword: EFL2026
Please ensure you selected the campus code as 'Pontypridd’. Please include the following sentence at the start of your personal statement: “I wish to study the course **** Course title **** with Hull City Tigers Trust”
If you’d prefer guidance before applying, we are happy to support you step-by-step
Contact Us
For questions, course tours or application guidance:
📞 01482 358371
🌐 tigerstrust.co.uk/education/degrees
See what it's like to study our Community Football Coaching & Development Degree
Ben Baillie has recently joined the Tigers Trust team after graduating from the Trust’s Community Football Coaching and Development Degree.
Watch his journey unfold as he shares what inspired him to enrol on the course and highlights the experiences he’s enjoyed along the way.
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