Football Coaching and Performance (Hons) University of Chichester

Overview

The Football Coaching and Performance (Hons) programme at University of Chichester is the first undergraduate degree programme in the UK to receive an endorsement from the Association of Sports Performance Analysts (ASPA).

This landmark endorsement underscores the strong emphasis on applied learning, professional standards, and industry relevance, offering you a clear pathway into careers within football coaching and performance analysis.

The endorsement also provides students with exclusive access to ASPA’s professional network, events, and development opportunities, reinforcing the programme’s focus on real-world preparation and industry engagement.

On this course you will:

• Use the theories and concepts that underpin contemporary football coaching to develop your own practice.

• Learn the intricacies of fundamental aspects of football performance both in individuals and as a team.

• Examine the key concepts, skills and techniques associated with performance analysis.

• Gain vital experience on both work placements and trips to the famous La Masia football academy in Barcelona.

• Feel the support from the team of experienced and expert coaching staff in smaller class sizes.

• Prepare for your future career within the football industry both in the UK and internationally.

Careers

On completing a coaching course, you will also be able to enter teacher training, master’s level study or access graduate recruitment schemes.

Many past students have been successful in gaining employment within the football industry in roles such as:

• Academy directors and coaches

• Performance analysts

• Fitness and conditioning specialists

• Sports therapists

• Various roles within the community departments of professional football clubs.

Other past students have secured football coaching employment overseas.