It’s been a pretty good year for Ryan Giggs. Not only has he won his second Champions League medal, his tenth Premier League medal, and surpassed Sir Bobby Charlton’s appearance record for the club, but now he has finally captured the one thing he’s always longed for. Yes finally the Manchester hero has been awarded an honorary degree by the University of Salford. The 33-year-old midfielder was made a Master of Arts yesterday for his contribution to sport and his unstinting charity work. As an ambassador for UNICEF, he regularly campaigns for children in South Africa who have been diagnosed with HIV and AIDS. Hang on though, an MA just for kicking a ball about and some charity work? I’m sure he does his best but show some control people. That actually makes him technically more qualified than me!
Giggs lucidly said: “I'm really pleased to accept this degree. When I started my career as a professional footballer I didn't envisage that one day I'd be made Master of Arts. I grew up in Salford and it's been a big part of my life for 30 years, so it's great to be a part of Salford University now.” Vice-Chancellor of the University of Salford, Professor Michael Harloe said: “We are delighted to present this degree to Ryan. It is not only his great achievements on the pitch for which he deserves recognition, but for his valuable charity work with developing countries.”
Rumours that he aims to follow up this fantastic academic achievement with a doctorate course in David Beckham studies have yet to be confirmed or denied.
Giggs lucidly said: “I'm really pleased to accept this degree. When I started my career as a professional footballer I didn't envisage that one day I'd be made Master of Arts. I grew up in Salford and it's been a big part of my life for 30 years, so it's great to be a part of 
