Football Studies, BSc (Hons) - Football Player Development Pathway

University of Central Lancashire

United Kingdom, Preston

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University of Central Lancashire

United Kingdom , Preston

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Campus Taught

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2024

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 14,900 / year

Next Intake September-2024

Football Studies, BSc (Hons) - Football Player Development Pathway

About

Develop your understanding of the business and the depth of social impact that football has. This football player development pathway links real-life practice to academic theory.

This degree programme runs in partnership with Macclesfield FC. You'll have the flexibility to build your studies around your favourite parts of football. You'll also be able to develop your own skill set to work within the industry.

You'll have the opportunity to study a broad range of specialist modules. These explore issues such as; coaching, business, management, media, and player development. The modules get taught by staff who have practical experience of working at the highest level within the football industry. We can also support you with a range of professional placements and networking opportunities. These include the likes of Everton FC, Preston North End, Blackpool FC and Burnley FC. Alongside your academic studies, we have a dedicated coaching team composed of:

James Coulebeck (Macclesfield FC)
Jade Richards (Blackburn Rovers LFC and UCLan Head Coach)
Macclesfield FCs coaching staff

This allows us to combine academic excellence with professional club relevance. This course will help you improve your ability, fitness, and knowledge as a footballer. Youll be able to hone skill this further by playing 30 games per season for the University. There are also opportunities to progress through to U21, U23, Reserve and first team levels of football. There are also coaching opportunities and funding options and support for:

FA Level 1
FA Level 2
UEFA B Licensed coaching football courses

You'll have the opportunity to develop yourself as a player in partnership with a professional club.
Learn in a true football focussed environment. This includes individual development and improvement plans based on professional coaching.
Develop your skillset with expertise and experience of Macclesfield F.C. and the university.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Please note the requirements below are indicative only

1 year of study at a recognised Community College with an average GPA of 2.49/Satisfactory /C/65%.

Please note the requirements below are indicative only

2 or 3 year Diploma/Associate Degree from a recognised Community College with a score of: 76% or B or GPA 3.00 (Very Good).

Excellence Scholarship

Below are the criteria for the award of the Excellence scholarships, further information of which can be found on your country page.

Excellence

2 or 3 year Diploma/Associate Degree from a recognised Community College with a score of: 94% or GPA 4.

Advanced entry:

Excellence

84% / B+ / Excellent / GPA 3.64/4.

Please note the requirements below are indicative only

Bachelor Degree from Government/ Recognised Private University GPA 2.5/4 or C+ or 62% (‘Good’).

Excellence Scholarship

Below are the criteria for the award of the Excellence scholarships, further information of which can be found on your country page.

Excellence

84% / B+ / Excellent / GPA 3.64/4.

Our entry requirements will vary depending on the individual course and the year of entry and the below are indicative only. Any reference to typical entry qualification or grades stated on the website are provided as a guide only. There is no guarantee that applicants who have, or are predicted to achieve, grades equivalent to or exceeding typical entry qualifications or grade will be made an offer by the University of Central Lancashire.

English Program Requirements

If your academic and/or English language qualifications are not sufficient to allow for direct entry to one of our undergraduate or postgraduate taught programmes, you may wish to consider one of our Undergraduate or Master Foundation Programmes, offered at the University of Central Lancashire by ONCampus. Successful completion of this programme can guarantee entry to a wide range of programmes with us.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 14,900 / year

How to Apply

If you're a student wishing to study an undergraduate degree full-time with us, you should make your application through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) anytime from early September for the following year.

Visit UCAS below, click on 'apply' and register for your account. You'll need our institution code which is CLANC 30 to hand. The UCAS website provides helpful hints and videos along the way to help you with your application.

If you are experiencing any issues with completing the online application form, please contact the Admissions Team via email: Undergraduate Admissions.

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