Golf and Education – The Perfect Partnership
At Yorkshire Golf College, we offer more than world-class golf training — students also gain a first-class education with Wakefield College, part of the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group, just 13 minutes away. It’s the ideal setup for young golfers who want to develop both on the course and in the classroom.
You’ll study the BTEC National Extended Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science — a two-year, full-time programme equivalent to three A Levels. This qualification not only develops your knowledge of anatomy, physiology, psychology, nutrition, and coaching, but also allows you to apply sport science directly to your own game, coaching practice, or career ambitions.
Course Overview
Alongside expert teaching, modern facilities, and a dedicated golf environment, you’ll gain the practical skills and performance insights needed to excel. Key modules include:
Functional Anatomy – how the body’s structure influences the golf swing
Exercise Physiology – golf-specific fitness and adaptation to training
Psychology – focus, confidence, and resilience on the course
Coaching for Performance – technical development and strength & conditioning
Nutrition, Sports Injury & Massage – supporting performance, recovery, and injury prevention
On completion, you’ll leave with both the skills to maximise your playing potential and the qualifications to progress — whether that’s a scholarship in the U.S., a place on The PGA pathway, a degree at a UK university, or a career in sport.
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Recommended Partner: US Bound
Yorkshire Golf College is proud to be partner US Bound, a leading organisation that helps student-athletes pursue university golf opportunities in the United States.
We recommend US Bound to any of our students who are aiming to combine their academic studies with golf at a U.S. college. Their experienced team provides expert guidance through every stage of the process — from assessing eligibility and building a player profile to securing scholarships and placements at American universities.
Through their support, students can gain access to a wide range of golf scholarship opportunities, tailored to their individual goals and abilities.