Football Coaching and Performance (Extended Degree) BSc (Hons)
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UCAS Code
Z070
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Mode of Study
4 years Full Time or 5 years with a placement (sandwich)/study abroad
Department
Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation
Location
City Campus, Northumbria University
City
Newcastle
Start
September 2026
Fees
Modules
Please note, this course is subject to validation.
Dive into the world of football coaching and performance with this dynamic course.
The aim of this course is to arm you with the expertise needed to work with players at every stage of their journey. By blending the art and science of coaching and performance, you can gain the tools to inspire and develop the next generation of football stars.
This course offers the opportunity to gain practical coaching experience, reflect on your own coaching methods, evaluate performance, and develop critical thinking skills. Our experienced staff bring current research trends in football coaching and performance, helping you gain insights into professional practice and acquire valuable transferable skills for your career. The curriculum ensures you are prepared for a wide range of opportunities in the sports industry, whether in football coaching, enterprise, or further study.
Please note, this course is subject to validation.
Dive into the world of football coaching and performance with this dynamic course.
The aim of this course is to arm you with the expertise needed to work with players at every stage of their journey. By blending the art and science of coaching and performance, you can gain the tools to inspire and develop the next generation of football stars.
This course offers the opportunity to gain practical coaching experience, reflect on your own coaching methods, evaluate performance, and develop critical thinking skills. Our experienced staff bring current research trends in football coaching and performance, helping you gain insights into professional practice and acquire valuable transferable skills for your career. The curriculum ensures you are prepared for a wide range of opportunities in the sports industry, whether in football coaching, enterprise, or further study.
This extended degree provides an alternative route to higher education and supports those who don’t meet the standard entry requirements for an undergraduate degree. It includes a foundation year where you will explore a wide range of specialisms to foster your basic understanding and knowledge of key principles and professions within sports disciplines.
The foundation year of this course will allow you to gain knowledge and competence in key themes within sport. You will learn about the different facets of sport and foster a basic understanding and knowledge of key principles and professions within sports disciplines. You will have the opportunity to work on real-world examples to examine existing sport related projects and case studies, as well as the opportunity to undertake volunteering and experience a range of practical sports.
The foundation year of the course delivered at level 3 which develops your ability to study in Higher Education is not accredited. Subsequent levels and years are accredited and deliver the knowledge, competencies, and skills required to meet the specific course accreditation requirements that relate to the approved accredited award title.
UCAS Code
Z070
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Mode of Study
4 years Full Time or 5 years with a placement (sandwich)/study abroad
Department
Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation
Location
City Campus, Northumbria University
City
Newcastle
Start
September 2026
Fees
Modules
64 to 80 Tariff Points
From a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A-level, T Level, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Diplomas, or the International Baccalaureate.
Find out how many points your qualifications are worth by using the UCAS Tariff calculator: www.ucas.com/ucas/tariff-calculator
Northumbria University is committed to supporting all individuals to achieve their ambitions and we understand that every applicant’s circumstances can be different, which is why we take a flexible approach when making offers for this course. We have a range of schemes and alternative offers to make sure as many individuals as possible are given an opportunity to study at our university regardless of personal circumstances or background. Typically, offers range from 64 to 80 UCAS tariff points, but we’ll assess your individual circumstances and potential when reviewing your application
To find out more, review our Northumbria Entry Requirement Essential Information page for further details www.northumbria.ac.uk/entryrequirementsinfo
Subject Requirements:
There are no specific subject requirements for this course.
GCSE Requirements:
Applicants will need Maths and English Language at minimum grade 4/C, or an equivalent.
Additional Requirements:
*Depending on your level of experience you may be required to have a discussion with a member of academic staff to provide more information. Applicants currently undertaking the introduction to football coaching course are eligible to apply but must hold the qualification at the point of commencing the programme.
Please note: Progression from Year 0 to Year 1 of this programme is subject to a suitable DBS Enhanced Certificate. You will be contacted directly during the first year of the Extended Degree programme (Year 0) to complete this process.
International Qualifications:
We welcome applicants with a range of qualifications which may not match those shown above.
If you have qualifications from outside the UK, find out what you need by visiting www.northumbria.ac.uk/yourcountry
English Language Requirements:
International applicants should have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each component (or an approved equivalent*).
*The university accepts a large number of UK and International Qualifications in place of IELTS. You can find details of acceptable tests and the required grades in our English Language section: www.northumbria.ac.uk/englishqualifications
UK Fee in Year 1*: TBC
* Government has yet to announce 26/27 tuition fee levels.
International Fee in Year 1:
TBC
ADDITIONAL COSTS
TBC
Module information is indicative and is reviewed annually therefore may be subject to change. Applicants will be informed if there are any changes.
SP3008 -
Essential Skills for Studying Sport (Core,20 Credits)
This module will aim to introduce you to the importance of personal and academic development skills that are essential for your programme of study. The skills developed in this module will help you to succeed in all modules on the programme. Topics such as searching for and understanding literature, learning how to be an independent student, essay writing, referencing, and presentation skills will be covered.
For the assessment, you will complete a workbook. The workbook will be aligned to seminar and lecture activities. You will complete tasks linked to study skills that will facilitate your personal and academic development. You will be expected to draw upon current theory and consider the impact of this issue within a sport context.
SP3009 -
Sport Foundation Year Project (Core,20 Credits)
This module is designed to build on the academic skills you developed in the Essential Skills for Studying Sport module. In particular, this module provides you with the opportunity to further enhance your writing, logical thinking and research skills. You will use this module to identify and explore key areas linked to sport and your future undergraduate sport programme of study using an evidence-based learning approach. This module will be centred on real-world examples, where you will examine an existing sport related project/case study. The project will be examined from a multi-disciplinary perspective (i.e., aligned to sports coaching, sport science and sport management,) allowing you to understand the complex and integrated nature of sport.
More informationSP3010 -
Innovations in Sport (Core,20 Credits)
The quest for the elusive edge, global reach and market competitiveness is increasingly driving innovations in the sporting industry. The Innovations in Sport module enables you to explore the development and role of innovations in transforming contemporary sports and the sporting industry. You will cover a number of innovations across this module aligned to sports coaching, sport science, sport management, sport nutrition, sport development and many more. In doing so, you will also consider some of the contemporary issues and ethical dilemmas related to the use of various innovations in sport and their implications for different stakeholders (e.g., athletes, coaches, referees, sport scientists, etc). This interdisciplinary approach allows the module to have global reach and engages you in thinking around the ethical implications of adopting and using various innovations within their professional context.
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Volunteering in Sport (Core,20 Credits)
In the sport industry the recruitment, management and retention of volunteers is a key human resource management concern for sport events, clubs and increasingly, facilities. Research points to the importance of satisfying volunteers. Whilst there is a considerable societal and economic value to sport volunteering activity, there can be personal benefits to the volunteer. There is an increasing interest in ensuring that volunteers have an enjoyable and meaningful experience, that the volunteering population grows and that people from more diverse backgrounds are encouraged into sport volunteering.
This module is therefore designed for you to explore the theoretical and applied aspects of volunteering in sport. You will be provided with the knowledge and understanding of how sport volunteering is conceptualised in the United Kingdom. This will include the meaning and understanding of sport volunteering, who volunteers and why, the patterns of volunteering and changes over time in the U.K. You will also be provided with some contrasting perspective with how sport volunteering operates in other countries. The module will focus on the concept of the volunteer, volunteer work and the volunteer experience in sport. However, we will briefly touch on the recruitment and management of volunteers and the legacy and impact of particular types of sport volunteering i.e., for events.
SP3012 -
Sport, Exercise and Performance (Core,20 Credits)
Sport and exercise scientists use their wide-ranging knowledge and expertise to support individuals participating in sport and exercise settings. ‘Sport, Exercise and Performance’ will give you an insight into the real-world application of sport and exercise science. You will learn about the core disciplines of physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, and psychology, and how sport and exercise scientists use the combination of these approaches in their work. On this module, you will gain theoretical knowledge as well as developing your practical laboratory skills in Northumbria’s state of the art, BASES accredited laboratories, an exciting and stimulating place to learn.
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Contemporary Issues in Sport (Core,20 Credits)
This module is designed for you to explore contemporary and relevant issues that exist in today’s sporting domains. You will be taught about pertinent issues using a multi-disciplinary, case study approach. Therefore, each issue will be examined from various discipline perspectives (i.e., from a sport coaching, sport management, and/or a sport science perspective) allowing you to understand the complex nature of sport and consider issues using multiple lenses. This module will also develop your awareness and understanding of how sport continually develops and evolves over time.
More informationTo start your application, simply select the month you would like to start your course.
Home or EU applicants please apply through UCAS
International applicants please apply using the links below
Throughout the course, you can engage with industry professionals, alumni, and employers to gain a deeper understanding of contemporary football coaching and performance.
Volunteering and internship opportunities with partners like Newcastle United FC, Sunderland AFC, and Middlesborough FC give you real-world experience in coaching, performance analysis, and talent identification.
You may also complete work placements to further develop key career competencies.
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Our staff offer you a practitioners perspective, backed by years of real-world experience. Having worked with organisations like the FA, FIFA as well as Rugby Football Union and British Rowing, they deliver cutting-edge research and practical insights, blending academic skills with high-level coaching knowledge for a well-rounded and practical learning experience.
Based at our city centre campus you can take advantage of Sport Central, our £30 million-pound sports building. Only a short commute away is our Coach Lane Campus, there you’ll also have access to purpose-built facilities including a full-size rubber crumb pitch and training ground, four expansive grass training pitches and a match pitch complete with fully enclosed stands and floodlights for an authentic stadium experience.
In a city known for its sporting excellence, you can immerse yourself in a community with strong ties to nationally and internationally recognised sports organisations.
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Contact time is subject to increase or decrease in line with possible restrictions imposed by the government or the University in the interest of maintaining the health and safety and wellbeing of students, staff, and visitors if this is deemed necessary in future.
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