Sport Excellence Programme
Southampton, Solent University · Undergraduate
- Available to all international students
- Open to your course

The BSc (Hons) Football Studies with Placement at Southampton, Solent University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding living systems. Based in Southampton, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Solent University has been at the forefront of football education for over two decades and our Football Studies degree has emerged as the leading supplier of graduates to the football industry. Graduates have gone on to careers at Premier League clubs including Chelsea, Arsenal, Manchester United, Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur, as well as Women's Super League teams, Major League Soccer, and European and other international clubs. This degree provides students with comprehensive knowledge and real-world experience across the local, national, and international football industry. International tuition fees are £19,081 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 94% student satisfaction rating, and a 100% continuation rate.
| International Baccalaureate | 28 - 31 points |
| UCAS Points | 104 |
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
International Student Fee
£19,081
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £17,500 | £22,000 | £26,000 |
| 5 years | £23,500 | £27,500 | £32,500 |
UK subject average: £25,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Salary trend: ↑ up £5,500 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH03-02-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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Southampton, Solent University · Undergraduate
Southampton, Solent University · Undergraduate
Southampton, Solent University · Undergraduate
Southampton, Solent University · Undergraduate
Southampton, Solent University · Undergraduate

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