Scholarships

The Global Leadership Scholarship, in collaboration with our esteemed Global Advisory Board, is designed to support aspiring leaders from all corners of the globe who are ready to make their mark in the sports industry. This scholarship includes mentorship from a prominent member of our Global Advisory Board, a 15% reduction in tuition fees, and a ticket to attend a GIS Global Sports Summit of your choice. This scholarship encourages applicants to showcase their commitment, leadership potential, and global perspective as they embark on their academic journey.

Scholarship includes:

• Mentorship from an industry leading member of our Global Advisory Board
• 15% reduction on your tuition fees
• Ticket to attend a GIS Global Sports Summit of your choice

Eligibility:

• Must be holding an offer on any online or on campus undergraduate or postgraduate GIS degree 
• Your application should demonstrate commitment, leadership experience and ambitions, and a global outlook.

The Game Changer Scholarship, launched in collaboration with The Player, is designed to support aspiring sports professionals in making their mark both on and off the pitch. This scholarship offers an exceptional package, including up to 25% tuition fee coverage with GIS, a discount on The Player’s Elite package, branded kit, and invaluable mentorship from Steven Taylor, ex-Premier League footballer and co-founder of The Player. Through this opportunity, applicants have the chance to advance their education in sports, gain industry insights, and build a pathway toward a fulfilling career in the sports world.

Scholarship includes:

• Up to 25% tuition fee discount with GIS
• Up to 25% Elite package discount with The Player
• GIS/The Player branded kit
• Mentorship by co-founder of The Player/ex-premier league footballer Steven Taylor

Eligibility Criteria:

• Must be holding an accepted offer for September 2025 intake
• Must be able to take part in The Player’s Elite Package in the UAE whilst studying your GIS degree
• Applicants must be able to provide a CV outlining their playing experience/expertise
• Applicants must be able to provide a reference from a previous coaching/academy to support their application
• Applicants are encouraged to provide supporting evidence such as footage, clips or viewable links

The Global Impact Scholarship, created in partnership with Think Pacific, offers students the chance to make a lasting difference through sports and cultural exchange. This scholarship includes a funded placement with Think Pacific in Fiji, Bali, or remotely, valued up to £2500, along with a GIS Global Summit ticket and mentorship from a sports industry leader. Ideal for those passionate about global engagement and community impact, the scholarship empowers students to develop their skills while contributing to meaningful projects abroad

Scholarship includes:

• GIS funded placement with student volunteering project organisation Think Pacific in Fiji, Bali or remote worth up to £2500
• Mentorship with sports industry leader from the GIS network

Eligibility Criteria: 

• Must be able to demonstrate a global outlook and a keen interest for cultural engagements and must be able to take part in a student volunteering project with Think Pacific whilst studying your GIS degree.
• Must hold an offer on any online or on campus undergraduate or postgraduate GIS degree.

For high-potential Indian students seeking to study on campus in Europe, US or Australia and make an impact on the global sports industry 

This scholarship provides 25% tuition fee reduction and dedicated mentorship from with GIS Alumnus Rohan Shukla, Partnerships Manager at West Ham FC, and access to GIS Global Sports Summit of choice.

Scholarship includes:

• 25% reduction in tuition fees
• Mentorship throughout your degree with with GIS Alumnus Rohan Shukla, Partnerships Manager at West Ham FC.
• Access to a GIS Global Sports Summit of choice.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Applicants must demonstrate a strong desire to take their passion for sport to a global level and articulate how they will leverage their GIS degree to create international impact.
• Must hold an offer for a GIS on campus course and eligible for the relevant study visa to study on campus in Brussels, Miami or Sydney.

For European students looking to make an impact in the European and global football environment.

This scholarship offers 25% reduction in Master’s tuition fees, complimentary access to a GIS Global Sports Summit, and valuable mentorship from a football business leader.

Scholarship includes:

• 25% reduction in Master’s tuition fees
• Free access to a GIS Global Sports Summit
• Mentorship from a football business leader.

Eligibility Criteria:

• International students who have a strong interest in European football industry and can identify one ‘issue’ to resolve in the region.
• Must hold an offer for the Postgraduate Diploma in International Football Business and eligible for relevant study visa to study on campus at GIS Brussels.

For European students looking to make an impact in the European and global football environment.

This scholarship offers 15% reduction in Master’s tuition fees, complimentary access to a GIS Global Sports Summit, and valuable mentorship from a football business leader.

Scholarship includes:

• 15% reduction in Master’s tuition fees
• Free access to a GIS Global Sports Summit
• Mentorship from a football business leader.

Eligibility Criteria:

• EU students who have a particular interest in the European football industry and can identify one ‘issue’ to resolve in the region.
• Holding an offer for the Postgraduate Diploma in International Football Business and GIS Brussels campus.

For Indian students studying online who are actively shaping the local sports industry.

This scholarship provides 50% tuition fee reduction and dedicated mentorship from with GIS Alumnus Aman Jain, Sports Agent.

Scholarship includes:

• 50% reduction in tuition fees
• Mentorship throughout your degree with with GIS Alumnus Aman Jain, Sports Agent 

Eligibility Criteria:

• Applicants must demonstrate their commitment and experience in growing Indian sport at a local or national level and outline how a GIS degree will amplify their impact.
• Must hold an offer on a GIS online degree.

The Women in Sport Scholarship is dedicated to empowering exceptional female candidates at the Global Institute of Sport who aspire to become leaders in the sports industry. This scholarship offers a 15% reduction in tuition fees, complimentary access to the GIS Global Sports Summit, and valuable mentorship from a senior professional in the sports field. Designed for women committed to enhancing opportunities and access for females in sports, this scholarship supports the next generation of influential leaders and change-makers.

Scholarship includes:

• 15% reduction in tuition fees
• Free access to a GIS Global Sports Summit
  Mentorship from a senior sports industry professional

Eligibility Criteria:

• Female student holding an offer holding an offer on any online or on campus undergraduate or postgraduate GIS degree.

For current student athletes and academy players driven to continue furthering their studies at undergraduate degree level in sports management, coaching, or analysis.

This scholarship provides up to 50% tuition fee reduction and dedicated mentorship from a leader in the sports industry, equipping elite athletes with the resources and guidance to excel both academically and professionally.

Scholarship includes:

• Up to 50% reduction in tuition fees
• Mentorship throughout your degree with a sports industry Leader

Eligibility Criteria:

• Participation at an academy, national or regional level, supported by demonstration of career transition actions and goals.
• Holding an offer on any online or on campus undergraduate or postgraduate GIS degree.

For current or former athletes or players driven to transitioning to a career in sports management, coaching, or analysis.

This scholarship provides up to 50% tuition fee reduction, and dedicated mentorship from a leader in the sports industry, equipping elite athletes with the resources and guidance to excel both academically and professionally.

Scholarship includes:

• Up to 50% reduction in tuition fees
• Mentorship throughout your degree with a sports industry Leader

Eligibility Criteria:

• Participation at a national or regional level, supported by demonstration of career transition actions and goals. 

For current student athletes of MVA  transitioning from online high school study with MVA to online UG study with GIS whilst continuing with their athletic commitments  

This scholarship provides 50% tuition fee reduction, mentorship from a sports industry leader, and access to GIS Global Sports Summit of choice.

Scholarship includes:

• 50% reduction in tuition fees
• Mentorship from a sports industry leader.
• Access to a GIS Global Sports Summit of choice.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Current student athlete of MVA holding an offer for a GIS Undergraduate degree for September 25 entry and participating at a national or regional level 

For students from underrepresented communities or those actively promoting inclusivity in sports.

This scholarship provides up to 15% tuition fee reduction, complimentary access to the GIS Global Sports Summit, and dedicated mentorship from a leader in the sports industry, equipping elite athletes with the resources and guidance to excel both academically and professionally.

Scholarship includes:

• 15% reduction in tuition fees
• Mentorship throughout your degree with a sports industry Leader
• access to a
• GIS Global Sports Summit

Eligibility Criteria:

• Demonstrated commitment to diversity initiatives in sports
• Holding an offer for a GIS undergraduate or postgraduate course.

For students of South Asian heritage or those actively promoting greater representation of south Asians in football.

This scholarship provides 15% tuition fee reduction, complimentary access to the GIS Global Sports Summit, and mentorship with broadcaster and passionate advocate for South Asian representation in football Dev Trehan.

Scholarship includes:

• 15% reduction in tuition fees
• Mentorship throughout your degree with a sports industry Leader
• access to a
• GIS Global Sports Summit

Eligibility Criteria:

• Demonstrated commitment to south Asian diversity initiatives in sports.
• Holding an offer for a GIS undergraduate or postgraduate course.

All alumni of GIS and our partner universities are eligible for a 15% tuition fee reduction on all GIS degrees. Partner universities include UEL, UCFB, VUB, STU and UoN.

For outstanding GIS and partner university alumni making a positive impact in the global sports industry.

This scholarship provides 25% tuition fee reduction, complimentary access to a GIS Global Sports Summit, and dedicated mentorship from a leader in the sports industry, equipping elite athletes with the resources and guidance to excel both academically and professionally.

Scholarship includes:

• 25% reduction in tuition fees
• Mentorship throughout your degree with a sports industry Leader
• access to a GIS Global Sports Summit

Eligibility Criteria:

• Alumni of GIS, UEL, UCFB, VUB, STU, UoN, demonstrated positive impact in the global sports industry.