Academic Studies With Tennis

Students will be able to choose from the following educational pathways depending on prior attainment and level of English if not from the UK.

A-LEVELS (2 OR 3 YEARS)

• Biology, Chemistry Mathematics and Physics (three can be chosen from these four)
• Business Studies, Economics and Mathematics

Dependent on subjects we may accept students onto the second year of A Level if they have already completed their first year elsewhere.

INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION PROGRAMME (1 OR 2 YEARS OR 18 MONTHS)

• Business Pathway
• Science Pathway
• Sport Pathway

Students wishing to access the One Year International Foundation Programme must already have the equivalent of the first year of Level 3 study in their home country and an overall IELTS for UKVI score of at least 6.0.

GCSES (1 OR 2 YEARS OR 18 MONTHS)

Most subjects can be taken with this option.

These pathways will equip students to apply to a wide range of universities to pursue Science or Business related courses which could link to their sporting aspirations or they could apply for courses unrelated to sport. The subject combinations and qualifications offered allow students great flexibility as they move forward. Students will be taught in small classes (a maximum of 12 in each) and follow the routine and rigour of all Abbey College Manchester programmes.

ONE OR TWO TERM PROGRAMMES

Students who wish to only access a course for a shorter period of time should contact the college to find out the subjects that are available.

Further details about international entry requirements can be found by clicking here.

• Students will have academic classes each weekday from 9.30am until 13.05pm at the Abbey College Manchester campus on their chosen academic programme.

• Our Tennis Coaching sessions will be delivered three afternoons a week programme by professional and experienced coaches.  Our student athletes will develop beyond the game with focus on integrating the development of tennis skills “on court” with the development of life skills “off court”.

• On the afternoons students are not attending Tennis Coaching, they will attend lessons as per their timetable.
• Students will have the option to undertake fitness programmes during the late afternoon or alternatively will be able to attend study/booster classes in the college.

Please contact Admissions at Abbey College Manchester with the completed application form, with a covering e-mail stating that you wish to apply for the Tennis programme and give an overview of your Tennis experience to date.   We will also require a copy of your passport and school reports. Admissions will arrange an interview and all the necessary support with the application onto the programme and with the subsequent visa application if applicable.

Please click here to download the application form for the programme.

Notes:

* The cost for UK/EU students who require accommodation is available from the college on request

**Accommodation for students aged 16 years and over is at Clydesdale House.  Students under the age of 16 years will live with a host family.