The Global Institute of Sport is pleased to welcome 18 brand new scholars from our new intake of students, who began their studies in September 2023.
This is the largest number of scholarships awarded by GIS, with the recipients ready to experience some wonderful opportunities and benefits from each of them.
Our wide array of scholarships helps propel students from a variety of areas across the sports industry towards their career goals, whether it be in sports media, marketing, coaching, business or anywhere else within the industry.
With scholarships including the Global Leadership Scholarship, President’s Scholarship and Dean’s Progression Scholarship, GIS is committed to guiding the next generation of sports industry leaders and executives towards their future careers.
This is in addition to our female-focused scholarships, helping grow female involvement in sport across the globe, such as the Women in Sport Scholarship, Women Onside Scholarship and Powerhouse Project Scholarship.
Others including the Elite Athlete Scholarship and Academy Scholarships support our commitment to the education of current and former sports professionals.
Our new scholars come from across the world, with our scholarships open to any of our students, no matter where they be based or learning from.
The full list of scholars is:
Global Leadership Scholars - Lesley Cheung (MSc Football Business), Oliver Watson (MSc Football Coaching and Analysis), Ellis Shaw (MSc Football Coaching and Analysis) and Amod Desai (MSc Football Business)
In addition to receiving financial support, these four scholars will be attending one of our global sports summits in North America and Oceania, as well as receiving mentorship from one of our global advisors, many of whom support this scholarship.
President’s Scholars - Pierce Hill-Worrall (MSc Football Business) and Sebastian Doberti (MSc Football Communications and Digital Marketing)
These two scholars will receive financial support towards their studies, and will also be attending one of our global sports summits and receive mentorship from Sharona Friedman, president of GIS.
Elite Athlete Scholars - Shona McCallin MBE (MSc International Sport Management) and Lorn Mayers (MSc International Sport Management)
As well as a 50 per cent reduction in fees with this scholarship, these scholars will be mentored by a senior leader at the Global Institute of Sport throughout their studies with us.
Academy Scholars - Sam Donachie (MSc Performance Analysis in Football) and Lauryn Wilcock (MSc Football Communications and Digital Marketing)
Like the Elite Athlete Scholars, mentorship from a senior GIS leader and a 50 per cent reduction in fees helps push these academy scholars towards their future careers within sport.
Women in Sport Scholar - Emily Greenaway (MSc Football Communications and Digital Marketing)
As well as receiving financial support through her studies, Emily now has the option of either attending a global sports summit with GIS, or the chance to undertake one of our professional development courses.
She will be mentored by Sarah Tudor during her time at GIS.
Dean’s Progression Scholar – Dillan Purewall (MSc Football Coaching and Analysis)
Having progressed from undergraduate study with UCFB to postgraduate study with GIS, Dean’s Progression Scholar Dillan will be mentored by GIS Dean Dr Mike Walsh, and also receives financial support as well as the chance to attend one of our global sports summits.
Jason Roberts Foundation Scholar – Loki Kapoor-Parsons (MSc Football Coaching and Analysis)
Loki will receive mentorship from GIS global advisor and CONCACAF director of development Jason Roberts, as well as receive a tuition fee discount and support towards professional development with the Jason Roberts Foundation.
Barrow AFC Scholar – Jamie Dyson (MSc Performance Analysis in Football)
Jamie, one of our new Performance Analysis students, is gaining first-hand experience as a First Team Analyst at League Two club Barrow AFC alongside his studies as part of this scholarship.
He will also receive financial support throughout his time at GIS, and mentorship from Lewis Dunwoody, Head of Performance Analysis and Data at Barrow AFC.
Powerhouse Project Scholar – Sian Hillis (MSc Football Coaching and Analysis)
Sian will be mentored by Powerhouse Project founders Rosie and Mollie Kmita while studying at GIS, as well as receiving a 50 per cent reduction in tuition fees.
Women in Sport Australia Scholar – Louise Broadfoot (MSc International Sport Management)
At our Melbourne Campus, Louise will gain valuable industry experience at Women in Sport Australia while studying at GIS, and will be mentored by one of their board members, while also receiving support throughout her time with us.
Women Onside Scholar – Anouk Meereboer (MSc Football Coaching and Analysis)
Anouk, as well as receiving financial support while at GIS, has the option of attending a global sports summit or undertaking one of our professional development course.
During her time at GIS, she will receive mentorship from Women Onside and former Australia Women’s National Team footballer Deborah Nichols.
South Asians in Football Leadership Scholarship - Millie Chandarana (MSc Football Business)
Millie, a Blackburn Rovers Women footballer, will receive mentorship with Sky Sports Journalist Dev Trehan, who is also an FCA Level 2 Scout and passionate advocate for increasing South Asian participation in Football.
In addition to this mentorship, she will also take on GIS' Professional Qualification, The Inclusive Leadership in Football Award, as well as financial support during her studies.
To find out more about our postgraduate scholarships available, and to see how one of them could help you towards your career goals, click here.
In addition, click here to take a look at our worldwide array of sports industry-related Master’s degree courses.
Alternatively, view a prospectus by clicking here and see where a degree from GIS could take you and your sports industry career.
