BSc (Hons) Football Development and Performance

The BSc (Hons) Football Development and Performance course at Buckinghamshire New University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the football industry, including player development, coaching methods, sports science, and business management. The program focuses on developing students' knowledge and skills in areas such as talent identification and recruitment, coaching techniques, sports nutrition, and athlete performance analysis. Students will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and expert faculty with extensive experience in the football industry. This course is ideal for individuals who are passionate about football and want to pursue a career in the sport, whether as a coach, manager, or sports scientist.

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The BSc (Hons) Football Development and Performance program is designed to produce graduates who can work in a variety of roles within the football industry, including: player development, coaching, sports science, and football management. The course also provides opportunities for students to gain practical experience through internships, volunteer work, or other experiential learning opportunities.

Unlocking Your Potential in the Football Industry: Why Choose Buckinghamshire New University

Buckinghamshire New University is an excellent choice for those pursuing a career in the football industry due to its strong reputation for delivering high-quality sports education programs. The university's location provides easy access to top-level football clubs and organizations, offering students valuable networking opportunities and real-world experience. Additionally, Buckinghamshire New University has a diverse range of research interests, including football psychology, sociology, and technology, which can provide students with a well-rounded education in the field.

The BSc (Hons) Football Development and Performance program is ideal for those with a keen interest in community development through football, from grass-roots to performance. If you aspire to become a qualified football coach, the program will give you the opportunity to gain recognized coaching awards, such as the FA Level 1 and 2. The course aims to help you become a fully inclusive and reflective football development strategist and coach by introducing elements of sport development, policy, and the sport sciences. The program also includes a number of opportunities to network and gain work experience with local community groups, schools, and National Governing Bodies. The BSc (Hons) Football Development and Performance focuses on the contextual and operational challenges facing the football industry and will help guide you through the process of how to engage with communities in order to contribute to the betterment of peoples lives through football. You will be given the opportunity to gain recognized coaching awards, such as the FA Level 1 and FA Level 2, building on your coaching repertoire beyond football. You will learn how to establish and maintain networks, organize and run sports events and initiatives, and create, implement and evaluate important sport policies concerning such things as health, social inclusion and crime, and anti-social behaviors.

A typical offer will require a UCAS Tariff score between 80 - 104 points. A minimum of two full A-levels (or equivalent) is required. Every application is considered on an individual basis.