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UGP<\/p>\n

ACADEMICS<\/h1>\n

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THE VALUE OF HIGHER EDUCATION IN UGP<\/h2>\n

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Decide whether you want to study on-campus or online and achieve your goals with the flexibility you need<\/p>\n

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TOP PROGRAMS<\/h3>\n

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Gap year in Spanish language<\/h3>\n

Designed to help students to bridge the gap between High School and university to prepare for the opportunities in college golf. Players learn Spanish as a second language while preparing foir the university.<\/pee><\/p>\n

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Start:<\/span>September and February<\/div>\n

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Duration:<\/span>1 year \/\/ 1 semester<\/div>\n

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Language:<\/span>Spanish and English <\/div>\n

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Format:<\/span>Presential<\/div>\n

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\nThe GAP year program<\/b> represents a cultural immersion that boosts the professional career of our students, highly valued by universities and companies<\/p>\n

Students attend daily to Spanish lessons and classes are held close to the golf facilities to optimise time<\/b><\/p>\n

Students from the United Kingdom and other non-EU countries that require a visa to study in Spain must apply for a Non-Lucrative Visa (Visado de Residencia No Lucrativa)<\/p>\n

At UGP M\u00e1laga, we guide you through the entire process \u2014 from gathering the required documentation to submitting your application. Our team provides all the information you need at every step from start to finish<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Road to USA<\/h3>\n

Designed to help students to bridge the gap between High School and university to prepare for the opportunities in college golf. Players study at Arizona State University online while preparing the admission to American College Golf Teams<\/pee><\/p>\n

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Start:<\/span>September<\/div>\n

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Duration:<\/span>1 year<\/div>\n

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Language:<\/span>English<\/div>\n

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Format:<\/span>Online<\/div>\n

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The Road to USA is the ideal program for players<\/b> seeking structured growth and competitive preparation with the goal of joining a golf team at a U.S. university<\/b>. In addition to preparation for entrance exams, students take courses online through Arizona State University<\/b> and earn credits that can be transferred to American universities.<\/p>\n

Participation in the UGP Tour WAGR<\/b>, an elite amateur competition, is one of the key differentiators of this program and a significant advantage in the eyes of U.S. coaches.<\/p>\n

We work with the Global College USA scholarship agency<\/b>, which manages the process of securing athletic and academic scholarships for our players, 90% achieve their dream!<\/b><\/p>\n

\"ASU\"<\/p>\n

Students from the United Kingdom and other non-EU countries that require a visa to study in Spain must apply for a Non-Lucrative Visa (Visado de Residencia No Lucrativa)<\/p>\n

At UGP M\u00e1laga, we guide you through the entire process \u2014 from gathering the required documentation to submitting your application. Our team provides all the information you need at every step from start to finish<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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European University of Andalusia<\/h3>\n

The European University of Andalusia offers a modern and international education, with degrees taught in English such as Business Management, Marketing, and Sports Science, ideal for a global career<\/pee><\/p>\n

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Start:<\/span>September<\/div>\n

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Duration:<\/span>4 years<\/div>\n

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Language:<\/span>Spanish and English<\/div>\n

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Format:<\/span>Presential<\/div>\n

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\nIt allows students to combine university studies with professional athletic development, giving UGP players the opportunity to grow both academically and athletically.<\/p>\n

Earning an international university degree will reflect your commitment, effort, and excellence both on and off the golf course.<\/p>\n

\"UE\"<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Golf Business and Management <\/h3>\n

Program delivered by the PGA Institute of Australia in English. It is an introduction to a professional career in the golf industry<\/pee><\/p>\n

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Start:<\/span>September and February<\/div>\n

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Duration:<\/span>1 year \/\/ 1 semester<\/div>\n

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Language:<\/span>English<\/div>\n

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Format:<\/span>Online<\/div>\n

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\nUGP students learn key industry subjects such as business fundamentals, management and operations, customer service, and leadership.<\/p>\n

A PGA qualification is an internationally recognized passport for a career in golf.<\/p>\n

\"PGA\"\n<\/div>\n

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OTHER PROGRAMS<\/h3>\n

Some of the academic institutions UGP players study <\/pee><\/p>\n