Sport
Lewisham College and Millwall Football Club Partnership
Lewisham College Football Academy, delivered in partnership with Millwall Football Club, offers 16–18-year-olds the opportunity to combine a full-time Sport qualification with high-level football development. This programme is designed for students who are passionate about football and want to develop their skills in a professional environment while working towards a recognised qualification in Sports Coaching.
Develop your game
You will train regularly with UEFA-qualified coaches, focusing on technical, tactical and physical performance. Training is supported by a competitive fixtures programme, with matches taking place during the week, including fixtures in the EFL Community and Education Alliance League giving you the opportunity to represent the College. Official match kit is provided for fixtures.
Your qualification
Alongside your football development, you will study a BTEC Level 3 in Sport, preparing you for progression into higher education, apprenticeships or careers in sport, including coaching and performance pathways. Lewisham College also offers BTEC Level 1 and Level 2 courses in Sport and Coaching, alongside comprehensive additional learning support to ensure every student can achieve their potential.
The programme reflects a professional football environment, including structured training and pre-season preparation. The course is delivered at both Millwall’s professional facilities at The Den and Lewisham College, giving you access to high-quality training environments, experienced coaching staff and access to additional support such as fitness facilities as well as the full college experience and student support services.
Apply today to take the next step in developing your skills both on and off the pitch.

Key information
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