Take your skills up a league
with the Global Institute of Sport
The Global Institute of Sport (GIS) and Minerva’s Virtual Academy are proud to partner to offer students a unique pathway to study a sports degree after completing their flexible IGCSEs and A levels. The partnership gives Minerva’s Virtual Academy athletes to gain a world-class education and practical experience in the global sports industry.
GIS offers ground-breaking degree programmes in the football and sports, on-campus, online and with access to a global network of industry leaders and elite stadium venues in the UK, US, Canada, Australia and Belgium.
Maria Hasler
Studying with GIS inspired me and set me up perfectly for my dream career in sport. I knew that the networking options that GIS would provide me would be like no other.
GIS graduate
Senior Commercial Rights Manager at Arsenal FC
Hugo Thaxter
GIS provided me with a platform to deepen my knowledge and gain work experience in the industry, as well as surround myself with so many intelligent people within the industry
MSc Football Coaching & Analysis graduate
Insights Analysist at Arsenal FC
Brad Guzan
The option to prepare my next move whilst still playing at the highest level was hugely important to me. That’s why I chose to study at GIS – it just made sense.
GIS student
Atlanta United goalkeeper
Alice Firth
The camaraderie amongst the cohort is incredible. We’re really in this fight together and living the highs and lows.
MSc Performance Analysis in Football graduate
Women’s U21 & Academy Analyst at Manchester United
Benjamin Chevreau
My time at GIS helped create opportunities I thought would never be possible. I now have the tools necessary to keep developing within the football industry
GIS graduate
Arsenal Women’s U21 Performance Analyst and FIFA Tournament Analyst
Antoine Roex
The main advantage of this master’s degree online was certainly the flexibility. I was happy to be able to take classes at my own pace, with a schedule I could make up myself.
GIS graduate
Fan Experience Manager at Standard de Liège
Our degrees
The degree options at GIS are delivered either completely online as part of a truly global cohort, on-campus in a stadium environment at GIS Brussels and Miami, or in a distance with attendance format that combines online learning with one-week residentials in the sports capitals of London, Miami and Melbourne, taking in the iconic Wembley Stadium, Inter Miami’s Chase Stadium and Melbourne Cricket Ground respectively. This provides the ultimate flexibility for students to further their career ambitions from anywhere in the world and in a timeframe to suit their lifestyle.
Students can also choose to study any of our distance programmes whilst training and playing football full-time in Dubai at GIS Dubai Academy in partnership with The Player.
Change the game
Student Athlete Scholarship
The Global Institute of Sport is proud to offer an extensive suite of scholarships to support outstanding students as they embark on their studies, including one exclusive to Minerva’s Virtual Academy students. Designed for current student athletes of MVA transitioning from online high school study with MVA to online 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
Why Study at the Global Institute of Sport?
Top-Tier Education: GIS is ranked in the prestigious SportsBusiness Magazine’s Global Top 40 Postgraduate Programmes and the 3rd best online programme for Sports Management, sharing the stage with the world’s most elite institutions.
Global Network: Our programmes are designed to provide fantastic networking opportunities, connecting you with leading professionals and peers who share your passion for football and sports management.
Experiential Learning: At GIS, your education goes beyond the classroom. Experience the thrill of learning in a live sports environment, ensuring you are not just a spectator but immersed in the business of football.
Discover global opportunities
Campuses and Global Hubs
On top of being able to study online and on campus in Brussels, each year our global hubs host annual Global Sports Summits, bringing together students, alumni and leading sports industry professionals in some of the most advanced sports and entertainment venues in the world.
Study Mode
Online
Study from anywhere in the world, with flexible learning options to suit your schedule. With GIS, you’ll unlock access to a global network of students, alumni and industry professionals to maximise your opportunities and excel in the most exciting industry in the world.
Campus
London, UK
As the globally renowned ‘home of football,’ Wembley Stadium is an iconic hub of the international sports industry and is at the heart of your Wembley campus.
Campus
Brussels, Belgium
Located at the iconic Lotto Park, the home of 34-time Belgian football champions RSC Anderlecht, the state-of-the-art GIS Brussels campus offers unparalleled access to world- class facilities and an immersive stadium learning environment right in the heart of Belgium.
Academy
Dubai, UAE
Designed for footballers of all levels and aspiring sports industry experts, this initiative offers elite training, state-of-the-art facilities, and specialist academic tuition in Dubai’s year-round sunshine.
Campus
Melbourne, Australia
If Melbourne is the home of Australian sport, then the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) is the heart of it. This iconic venue is the largest stadium in the Southern Hemisphere, boasting a capacity of over 100,000.
Campus
Miami, USA
Inter Miami CF’s 21,000-seater stadium is the home of our first North American campus. With online and distance with attendance courses available, our GIS Miami Campus provides a unique learning experience in an iconic destination.
Global Hub
Toronto, Canada
Crowned Major League Soccer champions in 2017, Toronto FC are based at Canada’s national soccer stadium, BMO Field, and are owned by Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE).
Live Lab
Jamaica
Get ready to step into the heart of football excellence with the Global Institute of Sport at our very first, innovative ‘Live Lab’ in Jamaica.
Our inspirational alumni
Career Prospects
As a result of the industry-led degree and employment opportunities, 99% of GIS graduates are in employment with 79% working in sport and 97% in highly skilled roles, based on the 2023 Graduate Census. GIS degrees also rank in the top 40 sports programmes by SportsBusiness Postgraduate Rankings, and has the number 3 ranked Sports Management programme in the world.
GIS graduates in full-time employment within 9 months of finishing their course
GIS graduates working in their desired industry of sport
GIS graduates working in highly skilled jobs
Get in touch with our team to learn more about studying with GIS
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