Men's Undergraduate OR Postgraduate Soccer (up to 4 years)

RIASA London targets recruits aspiring to combine advanced soccer training with academic pursuits in the heart of London. The academy seeks to enroll at least 18 players for Fall 2025, marking the launch of its London squad.

Located in Chiswick, West London—an appealing locality known for its village ambiance—the Richmond American University London provides an ideal backdrop for education. This environment blends vibrant urban opportunities with serenity, fostering a productive student lifestyle.

RIASA emphasizes a no ordinary learning approach, holding classes amidst the scenic parts of London featuring dining spots and creative landscapes. Its facilities boast contemporary 4G pitches across London, setting a professional stage for intense soccer training.

The London program mirrors RIASA's successful Leeds operation, offering four weekly training sessions overseen by UEFA licensed coaches. This intense soccer regimen is complemented by a selection of 29 different degree programs at Richmond American University London, ranging from Communications to Master of Business Administration. The institution promises a dual accredited US/UK degree and prides itself on high teaching standards and student satisfaction ratings.

Richmond American University London is no ordinary institution. Classes are taught in our state-of-the-art campus location in Chiswick Park. Our ground-breaking curriculum offers a holistic approach to teaching that focuses on developing your academic and personal skills to prepare you for the jobs of the future. The exceptionally high standards of teaching have been recognised by our students, with 95 per cent of those questioned in the 2023 National Student Survey saying they are supported well by our faculty.

The commitment to leading-edge soccer development is palpable, with comprehensive offerings including competitive match play, robust training schedules, social media visibility, match recording, and logistical support for match days. Participants, however, are responsible for their accommodations and daily meals, fostering a degree of independence within the bustling cityscape of London.

Reach Your Maximum Potential On The Pitch In London.

Supercharge your soccer development with RIASA London. Join our London soccer programme and reap the benefits of training 4 times per week and competing against local clubs, semi pro teams and professional academies across greater London and the surrounding area.

UEFA Coaches. Your soccer development programme will be delivered by UEFA licensed coaches who are passionate about player development.

Train For 9-months. You’ll receive support from highly qualified coaches as you look to develop your skills on the pitch. The soccer programme will be intense and rewarding.

The World of Football. London is home to 17 professional football clubs, with a large number competing in the Premier League, all yours to enjoy.

What's Included:

• Your chosen degree - undergraduate or postgraduate. Choose from over 29 different topics of study varying from Media, Business and Film.
• The soccer element of the programme which includes training and competitive games over the 9-month season
• Highly qualified UEFA coaches who care about player progression
• Train up to 4 times per week based on your schedule
• Full RIASA training kit
• Full RIASA match day playing kit
• Social media coverage
• Recorded matches and live-streaming with VEO
• Transport to away games

What's Not Included:

• Your accommodation is not included. You will need to arrange this separately. Richmond American University London has accommodation providers and can help with this, or alternatively you can choose where you want to live in the surrounding area.
• There will be no food provision for this programme. You will need to budget for this on top of the programme fees. Chiswick Park has an array of eateries on campus and London is known for its diverse mix of international food choices.
•  You will need to commute on your own to the training venue. This may be from your accommodation or from Richmond University London, depending on the scheduled times of training and competitive matches. London has superb public transport from the tube to buses and the option to Uber anywhere.

Entry Requirements 

You will need to meet the following entry requirements to join our soccer academy programme in London. This includes your athletic assessment which can be done by attending RIASA ID camps or by video highlight upon application submission. There also may be more specific requirements depending on which programme you choose and if you're a UK, EU, US or International student. You can find all the specific entry requirements needed when searching your programme choice. We have listed a brief outline below of some of the entry requirements needed to join RIASA London.

Non-native english speakers will need the following also

IELTS 5.5 with 5.5 in each Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing

TOEFL (IBT) 80+ overall with: Listening 17, Reading 18, Writing 17, Speaking 20

Overall Cambridge English Scale score of no less than 168 in Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking