Football Coaching (Hons) University of Bedfordshire

Overview

The Football Coaching (Hons) degree at the University of Bedfordshire is designed to prepare students for a dynamic career in the football sector. Our programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills, ensuring that graduates are well-equipped to meet the demands of the industry. The university is ranked among the top institutions in the UK for sports science, particularly for teaching quality and learning resources, as evidenced by its recognition in The Guardian and The Times university leagues.

Why Football Coaching at the University of Bedfordshire?

Choosing to study Football Coaching at the University of Bedfordshire means joining a prestigious institution that boasts strong partnerships with leading football clubs, including Luton Town FC. The university offers state-of-the-art facilities, including a purpose-built strength and conditioning centre, sports therapy clinic, and advanced performance analysis equipment. This environment fosters a rich learning experience, enabling students to develop their skills in a supportive community.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

The tuition fees for the Football Coaching (Hons) course are as follows:

• National students: £9,535 per year
• International students: £16,800 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum is structured over three years, focusing on both practical and theoretical aspects of football coaching:

• Working in Sport and Physical Education
• Sport in Action: Management
• The Football Industry
• Social Psychology of Sport
• Performance Analysis
• Applied Football Coaching
• Football Development
• Football in the Community
• Football Governance
• Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology
• Work Experience
• Work Placement Project
• Advanced Football Coaching
• Coaching Alternative Populations
• Performance Analysis for Football

Careers with Football Coaching

Graduates of the Football Coaching (Hons) programme can pursue a variety of roles within the football industry and related sectors. Alumni have secured positions as academy coaches, performance analysts, and sports business owners, working with prestigious organisations such as FIFA and various professional clubs in the UK and internationally. The programme also prepares students for further academic pursuits, with many progressing to postgraduate studies such as the Sport Leadership & Management MBA.