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Why choose this course?
Join one of the country’s most successful Women’s Rugby programmes. Through our outstanding partnership with Harlequins Women, students benefit from expert coaching, elite development opportunities and a proven pathway to the highest levels of the game. With multiple national titles, international representation and former players progressing into professional rugby, the programme offers an exceptional environment for ambitious athletes to excel. Develop your rugby, academic success and personal growth as part of a community committed to excellence on and off the field.
Further information
The Women’s Rugby Academy is for ambitious student-athletes who want to combine academic success with high-level rugby. Designed for talented players capable of competing in one of the country’s leading college rugby programmes, students balance their chosen course of study with elite training and competition. The programme is ideal for those committed to developing as rugby players, students and young leaders in a high-performance environment.
- Train and compete within one of the country’s leading Women’s Rugby programmes, supported by expert coaches and industry partners.
- Develop the technical, tactical, physical and psychological attributes needed to perform at the highest level.
- Build confidence, leadership and communication skills through rugby, education and enrichment opportunities.
- Understand the importance of nutrition, recovery, strength and conditioning and performance psychology in achieving success.
- Become a well-rounded academic athlete, prepared for university, employment, professional rugby and life beyond the game.
Our philosophy is simple: we don’t just develop better players; we develop better people. Students leave the Academy equipped with the skills, qualifications and experiences needed for success in university, apprenticeships and employment. Many progress into sport-related degrees and careers, while others continue their rugby journey within high-performance, professional and international environments. Whatever their pathway, students graduate as confident, resilient and well-rounded individuals ready to make a positive impact on and off the field.
A typical week combines technical and tactical training, competitive fixtures and performance analysis, helping players develop within one of the country’s leading college rugby programmes. Students regularly have opportunities to represent the College at regional and national championships while benefiting from specialist support in psychology, nutrition, recovery, strength and conditioning and leadership. Through our partnership with Harlequins Women and other industry experts, players gain a professional experience designed to maximise performance both on and beyond the field of play.
An Academy membership fee supports the programme and provides gym access. A training and match-day kit package is also required and will be communicated to successful applicants. Students will also have the opportunity to take part in an optional Warm Weather Training Camp in Salou, Spain, providing additional training, competition and team-building experiences.