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:
Introduction to Coaching
Introduction to Research in Sport
Sport in Society
Introduction to Sport and Exercise Psychology
Human Systems and Movement
01
YEAR 1
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
02
year 2
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
03
year 3
programme values
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.
