FOOTBALL & degree PROGRAMME
ADVANCE YOUR FOOTBALL PERFORMANCE AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
[PROGRAMME SUMMARY]
As part of our Football & Degree Programme, you'll have the option to study a BA (Hons) in Sports Coaching with Performance Sport at Buckinghamshire New University or an online Bachelor of Business Administration & Digital Innovation with GBSB Global Business School. Alongside your degree, you'll train and compete weekly, developing your game with elite coaching and competitive fixtures.
Our programme fees also include accommodation and full board, so you can focus fully on your academic and athletic development.
[PATHWAY OPTION ONE]
BUCKINGHAMSHIRE NEW UNIVERSITY
The course introduces you to performance sport and includes a special focus on scientific research and various techniques employed in the improvement of physical performance. It is designed to open doors to postgraduate study in sports performance, careers in elite sports coaching or other support roles. Core modules throughout the three-year degree programme consist of:
01
YEAR 1
Introduction to Coaching
Introduction to Research in Sport
Sport in Society
Introduction to Sport and Exercise Psychology
Human Systems and Movement
02
year 2
Coaching and Pedagogy in Practice
Inclusive Practice in Sport and Physical Activity
Performance Analysis
Research Methods
Performance Monitoring and Testing
Approaches to Applied Sport and Performance Psychology
03
year 3
Coaching Leadership
Extended Independent Work
Contemporary Issues in Sport and Physical Education
Training, Recovery & Nutrition in Sports Performance
Optional modules:
Skills Acquisition OR
Skills in Leadership, Enterprise and Small Business
[PATHWAY OPTION TWO]
GBSB Global Business School’s Online Bachelor of Business Administration is specifically designed to meet the demand for tech-savvy professionals and students with the skills to shape the future of business. Students enrolled in this Online Bachelor’s program will graduate at the forefront of business and management transformation. By becoming proficient in managing digital innovation projects and social media campaigns, graduates will be able to apply these skills across multiple industries.
ONLINE BUSINESS DEGREE
COURSE OPTIONS
Artificial Intelligence for Business
Cybersecurity
Digital Entrepreneurship
Digital Marketing
Digital Communication & PR
E-Gaming & Entertainment Industry
Fashion & FinTech
General Management
Smart Cities & Real Estate Business
Sports & eSports Management
programme HIGHLIGHTS
Buckinghamshire New University & GBSB Global Business School are the perfect places to nurture your education and enable you to advance your career in the sports and business industries.
ACADEMICS
outstanding
Our UEFA qualified coaches are committed to nurturing your talent and helping you excel in every aspect of your performance.
COACHING
elite
Our Football & Degree Programme provides an unparalleled opportunity to combine a world-class education with elite football training, whilst offering limitless pathway options post graduation.
OPPORTUNTIES
PATHWAY
[NEXT STEPS]
/ eligibility
This programme is designed for aspiring high level players who meet the following criteria:
01
Domestic students (UK residents)
Completion of Sixth Form / College
UCAS tariff score of 88+
Foundation Year - UCAS tariff score 32+
02
International students
Please find information about entry requirements based on your country for the Buckinghamshire New University course here.
For the online business degree option, information about entry requirements can be found here: Guidelines Bachelor GBSB Global & Guidelines Master GBSB Global.
As well as meeting academic conditions, you will need to be of a required footballing ability to take part in this programme. During the application process, we assess football ability via trials, video submissions and scout/partner referrals.
