Working with School Counsellors
Discover how we work alongside schools around the world to provide the guidance and resources needed to support student-athletes through the UK university pathway.
Working with School Counsellors
Discover how we work alongside schools around the world to provide the guidance and resources needed to support student-athletes through the UK university pathway.
The UK University Pathway Experts for Student-Athletes
We understand that finding a UK university that meets academic requirements, personal interests, and family expectations can be a complex and time-consuming process.
This becomes even more challenging when a student is also looking to combine their university education with their sporting ambitions. This is where we can help.
The Student Sport Company has supported international students from around the world in identifying UK universities that align with both their academic goals and athletic ambitions.
Through our experience, we have developed a range of free services and resources designed to support your students throughout their journey to studying in the UK.
How We Can Support Your Sport-Minded Students
As specialists in the UK university sport pathway, we work closely with schools and counsellors around the world, providing student-athletes with guidance, resources, and hands-on support at every stage of the process.
School Visits
Bringing the UK University Pathway Directly to Your Students
We are passionate about bringing the UK university pathway directly to schools around the world, helping students and counsellors better understand the opportunities available through UK university sport.
In February 2026, The Student Sport Company proudly delivered its first official visit to Qatar, marking an important step in expanding our global reach.
Across the week, our team met with school leaders, presented to ambitious student-athletes, and connected with students already progressing toward UK universities, reinforcing the real impact of this pathway.
If you would like our team to visit your school or explore how we can support your students, we would be delighted to arrange a conversation.
Webinars and Presentations
Helping Students Understand UK University Sport
We regularly deliver tailored presentations to introduce students to UK University Sport.
We explain the UK university sport league system, show examples of some of the available sports and facilities, and inform students of scholarship opportunities.
If you are interested in bringing this to your school, click the button below to arrange a call with our team at a time that works for you.
Arrange a Presentation
Marketing Material
Delivered Direct to Your School
We provide a range of professionally designed marketing materials to help schools introduce and promote the UK university sport pathway to their students.
From flyers outlining key opportunities, including gap year and postgraduate routes, to our comprehensive brochure An Introduction to UK University Sport, these resources are created to inform, engage, and inspire.
Whether you are hosting an event, supporting individual student enquiries, or simply want to raise awareness within your school, our materials offer a clear and accessible starting point.
We can provide both printed and digital versions of our materials, allowing schools to share them electronically, upload them to internal systems, or print locally if preferred.
Complete the short form and our team will follow up to confirm your school address and the materials you would like us to send.
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Free Advice and Guidance
Supporting You and Your Students
We provide free personalized, one-to-one guidance for each applicant at every stage of the process.
With over 5,000 teams competing across 50 different sports each academic year, UK university students have a wide range of opportunities to compete in league, cup and knockout events alongside their degrees.
We help students understand what life as a student-athlete in the UK really looks like, from competition level and training commitments to facilities, coaching, and balancing sport with academic study.
Our goal is to equip students with all the information they need to apply to universities that best suit their goals.
Did You Know...
Students have the opportunity to compete in over 50 different sports alongside their UK degree.
Talented athletes may be eligible for sport scholarships that can reduce tuition costs.
UK university campuses are home to world-class sporting facilities, used by professional sports teams and Olympians.
Trusted by Students and Schools Around the World
We have proudly supported students from over 50 different countries in pursuing their sport and university education in the UK. Here’s what some student’s and their school counsellor’s have said about our work.
“The Student Sport Company offer an excellent, free service for students/athletes. What I particularly value about them is that they willingly keep the school counsellor fully informed and updated throughout the process and are happy to work with schools. We have received a lot of help and some really good scholarship offers with their help. I highly recommend them and greatly appreciate the help they have provided. I will definitely continue to advise our athletes applying to the UK to work with them.”
Kam Stylianou
University Guidance Counsellor The Grammar School, Nicosia
“Working with The Student Sport Company was a great experience! Their team was knowledgeable, professional, and responsive throughout the entire process of finding a suitable UK university for my sport and education. They provided me with valuable insights and guidance, which helped me make an informed decision. I am grateful for their support and highly recommend their services to any student-athlete who is looking to pursue higher education in the UK.”
Karam Hedrich
Football • BSc (Hons) Business Management Asprie Academy, Qatar
“I am a university guidance counsellor working in an international school in Thailand. I am usually extremely cautious about working with outside agencies. With The Student Sport Company, there is no need for concern. They are responsive, extremely helpful and keep the counsellor informed at all stages.I highly recommend Harry and his team to aspiring student athletes and their families. The Student Sport Company is a safe pair of hands.”
Dawn Parry
University Guidance Counsellor Prem International School, Thailand
“The Student Sport Company helped me tremendously in identifying the right school for me and applying to the university itself. Being able to talk to Performance Sport Staff first-hand had a large impact on which university I chose, and I’m very thankful I was able to get in touch with them.”
Kimberly Brudenall
Swimming • BSc Sport and Exercise Science International School ParkCity Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
“The Student Sport Company Team visit provided valuable, face-to-face guidance on navigating the UK university sport pathway, highlighting opportunities to balance high-level athletics with academic pursuits. We gained insights into the BUCS system, elite training facilities, and support services for connecting with coaches and the UCAS application process. It was the first time we learned about the college sports and scholarship opportunities for our students.”
İzzet Şengel
High School Counselor American School of Doha
“I had fairly limited knowledge about the university options and opportunities that might be available to me in the UK. The Student Sport Company provided me with amazing support throughout the process. We started with an online meeting where I was able to describe what I was really looking to achieve; this allowed the team to get to know me and understand what might work for me. They then arranged online meetings with various universities for me, and then were available for feedback sessions where I was able to get guidance and discuss the options.”
Matthew Schonken
Cricket • BA Business and Management Hellenic Academy, ZimbabweSchedule a Call With Our Team
Use the calendar below to arrange a convenient time to speak with our team, ask questions, learn more about UK university sport, and discuss how we can support your students.
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