IFG Macclesfield

Our Six-Week Residency programme offers a six-week schedule for international players aged 15-18 who are passionate about improving their game and furthering their skill set both on and off the field of play.

The programme is specifically designed for future student-athletes to enhance their development in an enjoyable and inspirational setting. All coaching is led by acclaimed UEFA-qualified coaches and our bespoke programme is specifically tailored to your position, playing style and goals.

In what undoubtedly represents our flagship offering, we are thrilled to present our University Programmes in partnership with the University of Central Lancashire.

This exhilarating programme gives student-athletes from all over the world the unique opportunity to combine studying for a globally recognised degree qualification with continuing their football journey in a truly world-class, professional and inspiring environment.

As well as enjoying the very best in academic provision, you will also revel in life as a full-time footballer knowing that your passions will be fuelled every step of the way. The University Programmes are meticulously designed – promoting exemplary standards both on and off the field of play.

This has a multitude of benefits that include bolstering a resume, growing as an individual and of course, having fun! At Macclesfield FC International, we can provide you with all of this and more with our Gap Year Programme.

Open to anyone over the age of 16, our inspiring offering represents more than just a gap year – it nurtures the skills, knowledge bases and friendships that will last a lifetime.

Unique in its structure, our Gap Year Programme runs from September to May each year and ticks every box in terms of developing you as both a footballer and as a young adult. A poignant conduit between our four Week Residency Programme and full-time University Programme, we will provide an evocative taster of what it’s like to study and play football here in England.

There can be no doubt that our Gap Year Programme leads the way globally and gives every student-athlete the opportunity to invest significantly in their future careers whilst also enjoying the time of their lives!