Celtic Football Development + English Summer Programme at University of Stirling

Course Description: Celtic Football Development + English Summer Programme at University of Stirling

📍 Location

Set in one of Scotland’s most beautiful and inspiring university campuses, the University of Stirling-Celtic Programme offers students a unique opportunity to combine English language learning with an unforgettable football experience in Scotland.

The campus is surrounded by stunning natural scenery, including its own on-site loch, green open spaces, and views of the iconic Wallace Monument. Despite its peaceful, scenic setting, students benefit from excellent access to both Edinburgh and Glasgow (around one hour away), giving them the best of both worlds: a safe, campus-based environment with easy access to Scotland’s major cities.

📘 Lesson Plan

Students combine English language learning with an intensive football development programme.

English lessons focus on:

• Speaking and listening for everyday and team communication

• Grammar in context

• Project-based learning

• Confidence building through collaborative tasks

Course structure:

• English level: A1+ to C1+

• Lesson format: Half-day English lessons

• Total tuition: 30 hours over a 14-night stay

• Lesson length: 1 hour 40 minutes

• Maximum class size: 18 students

Placement testing includes:

• Online grammar and listening test before arrival

• Speaking and writing assessment on arrival

⏰ Daily Routine (Based on Programme Timetable)

Each day is carefully structured to balance language learning, football coaching, and supervised leisure.

🕢 Morning

• 07:30 – 08:45: Breakfast

• 09:00 – 12:40:

• English lessons or

• Football coaching sessions (depending on the day’s schedule)

• Short breaks included between sessions

🕧 Midday

• 12:40 – 13:30: Lunch

🕑 Afternoon

• 14:00 – 17:30:

• Football coaching sessions at the University of Stirling

• Tactical training, drills, and team play

• On excursion days: cultural visits and stadium tours

🌆 Evening

• 18:00 – 19:00: Dinner

• 19:30 – 22:00: Supervised evening activities and social programme

🗓️ Weekends

• Full-day excursions to major Scottish cities and landmarks

• Packed lunches provided on full-day excursion days

All activities are fully supervised. Timetables may adjust slightly due to weather or operational needs.

🏡 Accommodation

Students stay at The University of Stirling, a fully residential campus, with high-quality facilities including:

• Comfortable single ensuite accommodation

• Large, modern classrooms and strong Wi-Fi access

• Excellent sports facilities and outdoor spaces

• On-site amenities such as shops, cafés, cinema, bank, and leisure areas

Security & welfare:

• 24/7 on-site supervision

• Welfare Coordinator trained in first aid

• Dedicated centre, activity, and excursion managers

Deposits & fees:

• Refundable damage deposit: £100

• Lost key replacement: £40

🍽️ Meals

• Three meals provided daily: breakfast, lunch, and dinner

• Packed lunches provided on full-day excursion days

Meals are served on campus and supervised by staff.

🎯 Activities

A varied evening programme supports confidence, teamwork, and social interaction.

Typical activities include:

• Welcome Disco

• Football Tournament

• Cultural Theme Nights

• Talent Show

• Staff vs Students Sports Events

• TikTok Challenges

• Murder Mystery

• Yearbook Making

• Leavers’ Party

👨‍🏫 Sample Tutors

English lessons are delivered by qualified English language teachers, experienced in working with international students and mixed-level classes. Football sessions are led by professional Celtic FC football coaches with youth training experience.

⚽ Football Training

Football coaching forms a core part of the programme.

Key highlights:

• Daily football training at the University of Stirling

• Coaching delivered by Celtic FC coaches

• Special training day at Lennoxtown, the club’s professional training centre

• Celtic Park stadium tour included, with classic paid entries

Sessions focus on:

• Technical skills

• Tactical awareness

• Teamwork and match play

🗺️ Excursions

Excursions are included and fully supervised.

Full-day excursions (packed lunch provided):

• Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle (paid entry) & National Museum

• St Andrews & Dundee: St Andrews town, V&A Dundee & museum

Glasgow visits include:

• Celtic Park tour (paid entry)

• Riverside Museum

• Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum

✈️ Transportation / Transfer Fees

• Airport transfers are available on request

• Transfer routes, timing, and costs are provided separately prior to arrival

✅ What Is Included

• English language tuition and placement testing provided by The Language School

• Daily football coaching sessions in partnership with Celtic FC

• Training at Lennoxtown

• Celtic Park stadium tour (paid entry included)

• University residence accommodation

• Three meals daily

• Packed lunches on excursion days

• Evening activities and excursions

• On-site supervision and welfare support

• Wi-Fi access

• Graduation ceremony

💷 Extras (Paid Separately)

• Airport transfers

• Personal spending

• Optional personal activities

💰 Supplemental Fees

• Refundable damage deposit (£100)

• Lost key replacement (£40)

📜 Certificates or Awards

Students receive a Certificate of Participation and take part in a graduation ceremony at the end of the programme.

🌟 Programme Options

Classic: includes everything detailed above. We can accept students on the 1st or 2nd of July for 14-night stays.