Aditya Sankolli

After graduation I secured my dream job as a Football Development Coach at Arsenal FC. I now deliver community and academy level sessions to Arsenal's partners all over the world to improve the global presence of Arsenal. One of the biggest things I enjoy about my job is connecting cultures.

Studying Sport Management at Stirling

I was attracted to working in the Sport Management field due to my love of football. I chose to study at the University of Stirling due to its reputation as Scotland’s University for Sporting Excellence.

As part of the MSc Sport Management course and with support from the University, I landed an internship at Stirling’s local football club. I worked as a Women's Football Development Officer to help improve opportunities for women in the game.

Studying the MSc Sport Management at Stirling connected me with the right individuals to help me achieve my desired career path.

Benefitting from the UK Post-Study Work Visa

The UK Post-Study Work Visa allows international students to stay in the UK for two years after graduation. I saw this as an investment to help me further my career in football.