
Courts, pitches and gyms close to every IBTE campus, and a student tournament scene in each city waiting for IBTE colours. Whatever your level, there's a session for you.
From DIAC Park in Dubai to London's parks and leisure centres, there's always somewhere to play near campus. Book through your sports office and it's yours.

Indoor and outdoor courts for squad training, pick-up runs and 3×3.

Beach or indoor courts — our most oversubscribed social sport.

Pitches for 11-a-side training and small-sided evening leagues.

Strength, cardio and calisthenics spaces close to every campus.

Badminton, futsal, cricket nets and more, configured to demand.

Campus loops and city parks for run club, cool-downs and long runs.
Facilities vary by campus and some are run by local partners. Your campus sports office books every official training session for you.
Every campus runs squad try-outs right after Welcome Week. Everyone else trains anyway: open sessions welcome every level, no experience needed.
Competitive squadsSelected teams train twice weekly and represent IBTE at inter-university and open tournaments in their city.
Open social sportWeekly open sessions run by your campus sports office and student clubs. Drop in, whatever your level.
Each campus publishes its own timetable on MY-IBTE. Times below are illustrative, in local time.
| Day | Session | Level | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | Run club, campus loop | Open | 6:30 – 7:15 pm | Campus running route |
| Tuesday | Football squad training | Squad | 6:30 – 7:15 pm | Local football pitch |
| Wednesday | Badminton & table tennis social | Open | 6:30 – 7:15 pm | Multipurpose courts |
| Thursday | Basketball squad training | Squad | 6:30 – 7:15 pm | Local basketball courts |
| Friday | Volleyball open play | Open | 6:30 – 7:15 pm | Beach or indoor courts |
| Saturday | Cricket nets + fitness circuit | SquadOpen | 6:30 – 7:15 pm | Multipurpose courts & gym |
From London to Dubai, IBTE campuses sit in some of the world's busiest student sports cities, and every squad competes in its own city's scene.
Open-entry tournaments in every campus city, from Dubai's NAS Sports Tournament in Ramadan to five-a-side and futsal leagues across London. IBTE enters teams wherever it can field them.
The biggest student sports festivals in our campus cities bring together dozens of universities and colleges in football, cricket, basketball, badminton, athletics and more.
Each country's national university competition, such as the UAE University Games, is the level our squads are building towards.
Regular fixtures against neighbouring universities and colleges: short away trips, and the fastest way for new squads to get match-fit.
Beyond fixtures, every campus city keeps you moving:

Drop by your campus sports office, tell them your sport and your level, and they'll find the right session to get you started this week.
Everything you need to know about our programs, admissions, and more.
View all FAQsAt IBTE, there's typically no specific deadline for submitting your application. You're welcome to register and apply whenever it suits you. We typically admit students for the current term, based on program availability and the month of your application. Even if you register late (such as in the summer), we can provide you with comprehensive learning opportunities to ensure that you don't miss anything important.
In short, it's the price and the experience. The educational outcome and quality remain the same. If you wish to study abroad in a foreign country and you don’t mind the expenses, we recommend you complete your first year at IBTE, and we will then help you secure a conditional offer from one of the most reputable universities in the UK to carry on your studies there.
IBTE stands out among other educational providers due to its distinct business model and mission to prioritize affordability. This is reflected in the smaller campus, reduced staffing, and lower marketing expenses. IBTE also focuses on offering programs in high demand or with lower overhead costs, and has formed partnerships with other institutions and organizations to offer courses at a lower cost by sharing resources and facilities. Through these efforts, IBTE is able to offer quality education at a lower tuition fee, making education accessible to more students.
IBTE has established offices and agencies abroad that act as its representatives. These entities have the task of promoting IBTE, attracting students from different parts of the world, forming collaborative relationships with other educational institutions, and offering help and aid to current international students. If you are interested in discovering further information about our international offices and partners, please feel free to contact us at help@ibte.me.
IBTE does not mandate any entrance examinations. Your primary focus should be to satisfy our admission criteria, and then we can allocate an appropriate seat for you at IBTE. However, please be aware that there is an English proficiency entrance exam for students who do not meet the required criteria for English language proficiency.
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