Study Your Degree. Play Year-Round.
Grow in a Professional Soccer Environment.
The UDA Women’s Academy at the University of Chester offers a complete student-athlete experience — academic excellence, professional coaching, and pathways with Chester FC Women — all within a supportive campus community.
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Why the uda chester women's soccer academy?
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Year-Round Development
Train and compete across a true 9-month season — much more contact time than typical U.S. college schedules. |
Degree + Soccer Combined
Choose from over 80 degree programs and complete a 3-year UK degree, reducing your overall tuition cost. |
Real Playing Pathways
You’re guaranteed meaningful playing opportunities — not just a roster spot. Players also have opportunities to train with Chester FC Women. |
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Professional Coaching Environment
UEFA-qualified staff, strength and conditioning, performance analysis, and sports science support. |
Student Support
On-campus UDA Student Support Officer to support academic, social, and emotional wellbeing. |
Career & Alumni Development
Experiential learning, career preparation, and UDA’s Dream Maker Program to support success beyond university. |
What You Get Inside the AcademyTraining & Performance
Selective Recruitment Strategy We recruit like-minded student-athletes who want a global experience and are committed to reaching their highest potential both on and off the field. Guaranteed Playing Opportunities You will not be a roster bench warmer — every player is developed and given real opportunities to grow. |
Partnership With Chester FC Women
Players have the opportunity to train with and gain experience alongside Chester FC Women, who compete in Division One South of the North West Women’s Regional Football League.
All coaching and program philosophy are aligned with the full UDA coaching team.
All coaching and program philosophy are aligned with the full UDA coaching team.
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Academic Options
Scholarship Opportunities (Sports & Exercise)
Students interested in the following degrees may be eligible for scholarship funding:
- 80+ degree programs (undergraduate and graduate)
- Small classes and student-centered learning
- Experiential coursework that builds employable skills
Scholarship Opportunities (Sports & Exercise)
Students interested in the following degrees may be eligible for scholarship funding:
- Sport and Exercise Sciences BSc (Hons)
- Sport and Exercise Sciences (Combined) BSc (Hons)
- Sports Coaching BSc (Hons)
Experience UDA Chester this Summer!
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Our Summer Tour gives student-athletes a first-hand look at the UDA experience:
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FAQs
How is this different from U.S. college soccer?
You train more, compete longer, have guaranteed playing opportunities, and access flexible degree choices — all within a UK university experience.
Can I study any degree?
Yes. Students can choose from more than 80 programs across multiple fields of study.
Will I have support on campus?
Yes. A dedicated UDA Student Support Officer helps with academics, wellbeing, and daily life in Chester.
You train more, compete longer, have guaranteed playing opportunities, and access flexible degree choices — all within a UK university experience.
Can I study any degree?
Yes. Students can choose from more than 80 programs across multiple fields of study.
Will I have support on campus?
Yes. A dedicated UDA Student Support Officer helps with academics, wellbeing, and daily life in Chester.
NOW RECRUITING
LEARN MOREClick on the "Recruit Me" link to fill out your information and be contacted by a recruiter!
Questions?Brenton Dawson
Women's Recruitment Director [email protected] John Dyke Program Director [email protected] |