Motorsport UK is proud to be powering the next generation of motorsport stars, keeping our nation at the top of the sport. With more F1 World Champions – and currently more active drivers – than any other country we are working to continue this tradition with our pathways into the sport. Applications are now open for the September 2026 intake of the Motorsport UK Academy Enhanced Diploma in Sporting Excellence (DiSE) course.
The full-time two-year course forms the foundation of Motorsport UK’s Talent Pathway and is delivered in collaboration with Loughborough College Group and hosted at Brooksby College Campus. It enables drivers to develop their academic skills, whilst also continuing their own motorsport development, with the flexibility to follow an education path tailored towards a career in motorsport.
The course is aimed at young students aged 16 and over who have achieved at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English and Maths, hold a Motorsport UK Competition licence and be regularly competing in Motorsport permitted activity, including Esports, throughout the duration of the two-year programme.
The Enhanced DiSE programme aligns with the wider Motorsport UK Academy Talent Pathway by encompassing the three core elements to success; technical skills, holistic athlete development and high-performance values. It includes the following elements:
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Sporting Excellent and Performance
- Pearson Level 3 Extended Certificate in eSports
- Diploma in Sporting Excellence (DiSE)
- Advanced Project-Based Certificate in Motor Vehicle Studies
The programme is funded by Sports Aid and delivered free of charge. Applicants just need to organise their own accommodation and transport to and from events.
Applications for September 2026 will close at 12:00pm Friday 15th May and provisional offers will be released in June. Places are confirmed on GCSE results day, and the course officially begins in September 2026.
Click here to access the application form and here for more information on the Enhanced DiSE programme.