Football

Overview

Football is one of East London Sport’s High-Performance Programmes. A range of scholarships is available for 1st team players, which includes bursaries, a diverse support package, an exclusive kit and access to our private performance facility Aqua East.

East London Football Club is one of East London’s larger clubs, consisting of three men’s teams and a women’s team, all competing in British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) leagues and cups every Wednesday. The club consists of players and staff passionate about the game, with more and more students choosing to study and play football with us.

The Football programme at East London has been created to ensure success on and off the pitch through great team spirit, work ethic and developing talent alongside a fantastic group of coaches.

To apply for football scholarships and learn more about our programme, please follow the link below.

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Who can apply for a football scholarship?

Football scholarships are for players performing at a high competitive level, typically 1st-team standard. You need to be applying to study at UEL and provide evidence of your playing background (for example, a playing CV, highlight video, and a coach reference).

What does the football scholarship include?

Scholars get a package of support that can include financial help, performance kit, access to training and match programmes, and high-performance services such as strength and conditioning, sport science, and injury support.

How do trials and selection work?

After you apply, the coaching team reviews your information and may invite you to a trial. Trials assess technical ability, game understanding, physical level, and attitude. If you’re overseas or can’t attend, you may be considered through match footage first.

What is the weekly training and competition schedule like?

Teams train regularly during the week and compete in BUCS league and cup fixtures, with matches usually on Wednesdays. Pre-season training starts before term to prepare squads for competition.

Female footballer prepares to kick a ball

Being fortunate enough to kick ball whilst I study has been an absolute blessing. Football has kept me going through hard times, and I have been able to achieve great results both off and, on the pitch, due to a supportive team.

Parva Rogha

Women’s football scholar

Find out more about sport at UEL

Sports Clubs
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Performance Sports
UEL’s High Performance programme aims to help talented athletes achieve success, both in sport and their academic studies.
Football club
UEL's football club is one of our largest, with 3 men's teams and 2 women's teams. The club consists of players and staff passionate about football.