Foundation Degree in Golf Studies (FdSc)
The academic year starts on October 1st.
The minimum academic entry criteria is four GCSEs at grades 4 to 9 (A to C pre- 2017) including Maths and English Language.
You should aim to spend nine to 10 hours per week on your course work.
Visit the Government to find out more by CLICKING HERE.
The tuition fee is currently £4,250 per academic year for UK entrants and £5,500 for international students.
Simply fill in the online application form by CLICKING HERE
Check list:
✓ I have a signed WHS certificate
✓ My handicap is no higher than 6.4 (men)/8.4 (women)
✓ I have employment in the golfing industry (we can offer help if you need it)
✓ I meet the appropriate academic requirements
You will receive an unconditional offer letter, until you receive this letter your application is not complete.
Diploma in Higher Education Golf Studies (DipHE)
The academic year starts on October 1st.
No, it is part-time. You will study through a combination of face-to-face, video conference, online, workshop, and practical approaches to support your work-based learning.
Two Scottish Highers at grade C or above Alternatively, consideration will be given to applicants with four National 5 awards or equivalent (including English and Maths)
You should aim to spend nine to 10 hours per week on your course work.
£1,250* per year for Scottish students, £4,250* per year for students from elsewhere in the UK (England, Wales and Northern Ireland) with a term-time address in Scotland. For students living in the UK and assessed as international for fee status, fees will be £5,500* per year.
*Plus £812.50 for additional PGA elements each year.
There are several funding sources, depending on where you come from. Residents of Scotland studying on undergraduate programmes in Scotland normally have their fees paid by the Students Awards Agency for Scotland (SAAS). Learn more HERE
Check list:
✓ I have a signed WHS certificate
✓ My handicap is no higher than 6.4 (men)/8.4 (women)
✓ I have employment in the golfing industry (we can offer help if you need it)
✓ I meet the appropriate academic requirements
You will receive an unconditional offer letter, until you receive this letter your application is not complete.
BSc Applied Golf Management Studies
The academic year varies, but it is usually towards the end of September.
Usually around mid-January.
Yes. Lectures take place at the University of Birmingham’s Edgbaston campus as well as at The PGA National Training Academy at The Belfry.
You will need three A-levels with a typical offer of ABB.
You will be a full-time student.
The University of Birmingham will charge the maximum approved tuition fee per year. The fees for your first year of study will therefore be £9,250 for UK entrants and £19,980 for international students
Yes – further information can be found on the Universities website HERE
Apply directly to the University of Birmingham HERE
Check list:
✓ I have a signed WHS certificate
✓ My handicap is no higher than 6.4 (men)/8.4 (women)
✓ I have employment in the golfing industry (we can offer help if you need it)
✓ I meet the appropriate academic requirements
International Students
Yes, we welcome applications from international students.
These would be your country’s equivalent of four GCSEs at grades 4 to 9 (A to C pre- 2017), including Maths and English Language.
You need to send us:
- WHS handicap certificate
- Previous playing history
- Academic certificates – Translated into English
Currently £5,500 per year.
Students based in the Republic of Ireland pay £4250 per year, under the Common Travel Area arrangement.
In addition to the course fees, overseas Trainees must pay the annual PGA Membership fee, currently £179. In addition, travel expenses when attending face-to-face residential courses, exams, coaching courses, tournament entry fees and associated travel expenses must be met by the individual.
International students must meet same the entry requirements shown in the brochure.
If English is not your first language, you must complete and pass an academic IELTS test, with an overall score of 6 or better.
Yes, further details will be sent to you if your application is successful and you start the course.