FOOTBALL & degree PROGRAMME
ADVANCE YOUR FOOTBALL PERFORMANCE AND GRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES
[PROGRAMME SUMMARY]
As part of our Football & Degree Programme, you'll study for a BA (Hons) in Sports Coaching with Performance Sport at Buckinghamshire New University—an award-winning institution with cutting-edge facilities and sports research. 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.
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COURSE OUTLINE
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
programme HIGHLIGHTS
Buckinghamshire New University is the perfect place to nurture your education and enable you to advance your career in the sports industry.
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
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/ eligibility
This programme is designed for aspiring high level players who meet the following criteria:
01
Domestic students (UK residents)
UCAS tariff score of 88+
Foundation Year - UCAS tariff score 32+
02
International students
Please find information about entry requirements based on your country here.
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.
/ fees
University Tuition Fees
Domestic students (UK residents)
£9,535 per year
International students
£15,150 per year
Other fees
Football Programme Fee - £10,000 per year
Accommodation, Food, Transport Fee - £10,750 per year
Self-funded international students are eligible for the Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship. £1,500 will be deducted from tuition fees in the first and second years, and £2,000 in the third year. The scholarship is subject to attendance and academic progress and is applied automatically—no application required.
