The Football Coaching and the Performance Specialist degree is an innovative programme which integrates football coaching awards into an academic course to help you gain employment in the football industry.
The degree is designed in partnership with the Football Association of Wales (FAW), expanding your football-specific knowledge and its application to the football environment.
Students will:
• be prepared to work as a coach or performance specialist (Physiologist, Psychologist, Performance Analyst or Development Officer) in the world of football
• develop practical coaching skills in addition to developing an understanding of the application of sports science (physiology, psychology, performance analysis) and the social context of the sport of football
• develop your coaching profile by working towards the Football Association of Wales (Level 2) C Certificate and (Level 3) UEFA B coaching licences
• network with experienced coaches and practitioners from the professional environment within the United Kingdom and further afield
• Students will work towards Football Association of Wales (Level 2) C Certificate and (Level 3) UEFA B coaching licences.
• The dynamic lecture environment will support and challenge students to engage in all aspects of the coaching process including hands-on practical coaching, physiology, psychology, performance analysis and coaching pedagogy.
• Engage with research-active lecturers and industry professionals.
• Lecturers are research active, which means that the curriculum is engaging, current and relevant.
• The staff team includes specialists who have extensive applied knowledge and practical experience of working across the performance range from grassroots to the elite environment.
• Additionally, students have the opportunity to gain applied experience working within a variety of football settings. Extensive links with partners provide students with the opportunity to develop vocational and industry-relevant skills.
• Excellent student support from approachable staff. Students engage on a journey which takes them from personal development in the early part of their degree to professional development as they progress through the course.
You can also choose to study this course as a foundation year BSc (Hons) Football Coaching and the Performance Specialist (four years including Foundation Year) UCAS code: 6M0P
Course Details - Modules
The degree programme will enable students to develop practical coaching skills and an understanding of the coaching process at a youth and senior level. Additionally students will development an understanding of the extended elements of the coaching process which includes how individual players and teams are prepared physiologically and psychologically to participate in football. Throughout the degree process students will develop the reflective skills to personalise their own learn to prepare them for future careers.
During the course, you will cover performance analysis, sports psychology, physiology, skill development, reflective practice, coaching pedagogy, coaching procedures and practices.
Modules are taught on a weekly basis and allow the students to link academic theory to football practice. As the student progresses through the degree they develop the personal, professional and academic skills required to personalise their learning to match future career ambitions.
YEAR 1 (LEVEL 4)
In the first year, students will be introduced to all elements of the coaching process. Students will gain an understanding of a range of disciplines including practical coaching skills, sport psychology, physiology, performance analysis, coaching processes and personal and academic skills. Students will also engage with Football Association of Wales (Level 2) C Certificate.
MODULES
• Developing Coaching Practice – 20 Credits
• Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology – 20 Credits
• Psychology: Developing the individual – 20 Credits
• Tactical Applications of Performance Analysis in Football – 20 Credits
• Technique Analysis in Football – 20 Credits
• Developing Personal, Professional and Academic Skills – 20 Credits
YEAR 2 (LEVEL 5)
Students in year two are encouraged to personalise their learning in context of future career ambitions. Students will develop a strong understanding of the link between football theory and the application to the football environment. This enables students to develop vocationally relevant skills.
Students will also work towards Football Association of Wales (Level 3) UEFA B Licence.
MODULES
• Coaching Pedagogy: Developing Personal Practice – 20 Credits
• Applied Exercise Physiology – 20 Credits
• Psychology: Enhancing Performance – 20 Credits
• Applied Performance Analysis – 20 Credits
• Developing Practitioner Skills in the Football Environment – 20 Credits
• Enhancing Personal Professional and Academic Development – 20 Credits
YEAR 3 (LEVEL 6)
In the final year, students will continue to develop their knowledge of the coaching process and develop a specialism within football. The development of a subject specialism within the context of football enables students to develop personal and professional skills which are essential for employment within the world of football.
Students will continue to work towards Football Association of Wales (Level 3) UEFA B Licence.
MODULES
• Independent Study – 40 Credits
• Technology to Enhance Performance – 20 Credits
• Planning for Performance – 20 Credits
• Expertise Development – 20 Credits
Plus 20 credits from the following optional modules:
• Managing and Developing the Team's Potential – 20 Credits
• Managing and Developing the Individual's Potential – 20 Credits
The information listed in this section is an overview of the academic content of the programme that will take the form of either core or option modules. Modules are designated as core or option in accordance with professional body requirements and internal academic framework review, so may be subject to change.
Course Details – Assessment Method
A wide range of assessment methods will be used to test your knowledge and understanding. These include practical assessments, examinations, essays, portfolios, reports, presentations, online discussions and case study evaluations.
You will be assessed on your ability to analyse coaching activities, use specialist video software, undertake lab-based work and conduct independent research.
You will be expected to complete a dissertation as part of your final assessment.
TEACHING AND LEARNING
Wrexham Glyndŵr University is committed to supporting our students to maximise their academic potential.
We offer workshops and support sessions in areas such as academic writing, effective note-making and preparing for assignments. Students can book appointments with academic skills tutors dedicated to helping deal with the practicalities of university work. Our student support section has more information on the help available.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
6M0Q
Institution code:
G53
Campus Name:
Wrexham
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Year 2
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
80-112 UCAS Tariff points
Accepted alongside A-Levels as part of overall 80-112 UCAS Tariff requirement.
80-112 UCAS Tariff points
80-112 UCAS Tariff points
Accepted as part of overall 80-112 UCAS Tariff requirement.
80-112 UCAS Tariff points from International Baccalaureate Certificates
80-112 UCAS Tariff points
Accepted alongside Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Level as part of overall 80-112 UCAS Tariff requirement.
Accepted as part of overall 80-112 UCAS Tariff point requirement.
80-112 UCAS Tariff points
Wrexham Glyndwr University takes into account a variety of qualifications and experience when considering applications to our programmes. If you are unsure if the qualifications you currently hold will be accepted for entry, or if you're not sure you'll achieve the required UCAS Tariff points, please contact us at enquiries@glyndwr.ac.uk for further advice and guidance.
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
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Unistats information
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Fees and funding
England
9000.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9000.0
Year 1
Scotland
9000.0
Year 1
Wales
9000.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
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Provider information
Plas Coch
Mold Road
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Wrexham
LL11 2AW
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