THE University of Bradford and Bradford Bulls have formed a partnership giving both organisations benefits in the future.

The Memorandum of Understanding will give physiotherapy and media students at the university work experience at the rugby league club, as well as discounted match tickets.

It is also hoped it will have wider impacts on young people and the Bradford district.

Young players at the Bulls will also get access to scholarships and both organisations will share facilities.

Andrew Chalmers, chair of the Bulls, said: “We are delighted this agreement has been reached and it builds on the club's existing excellent Tier 1 Academy and will develop into a major strategic partnership for the Bulls.

"The partnership between two world class brands means we can harness the power of education and sport to enhance the lives of young Women and Men.

"This is a truly wonderful opportunity to make a real difference to our youth in the city. The club are therefore extremely excited to be working alongside the University of Bradford and being able to showcase across the country and worldwide the best of education and sport in the city of Bradford."

Mark Garratt, director of external affairs at the university, added: “This collaboration will create fantastic opportunities for both our staff and students and signifies an important step in our partnership with one of the city’s premier sporting names.

"It is our hope that through activities like this, we can make a real difference and see increased opportunities for young people in the region.”