Football Coaching and Performance BSc (Hons) (i2i International Soccer Academy) at Northumbria University

Programme overview

Want to coach the next generation of footballers? , this course aims to equip you with the competencies required to coach players at all stages of development, considering the technical, physical, psychological, and social aspects of performance. You’ll be challenged to design effective football coaching programmes, evaluate player performance, and build critical thinking skills. Through links with Northumbria Sport and industry partners, you’ll apply theory to hands-on coaching experiences, working with players across different age groups and abilities.

Faculty: School of Sport Exercise and Rehabilitation | Duration: 3 years Full Time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Academic and Professional Skills, Introduction to Research, Introduction to Sports Coaching, Social Issues and Sport Consumers, Football Accreditation: UEFA C, Introduction to Football Science; Year 2 core modules: Research Design and Analysis, Coaching Skills and Practice, Sport Coaching Pedagogy, Football Organisational Leadership, Football Science Assessment and Analysis, Football Professional Development and Practice; Year 3 core modules: SER UG Project, Talent Identification and High-Performance Sport, Advanced Coaching Practice, Application of Football Science. Optional modules include Football Accreditation: UEFA B, Enhancing Coaching Craft.

Career pathways

Throughout the course, you'll have opportunities to engage with industry professionals, alumni and employers to gain a deeper understanding of football coaching and performance. You'll build practical coaching expertise alongside transferable skills in communication, leadership, problem-solving, and performance evaluation.

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Application information

Entry requirements

We receive a high number of applications with qualifications from the United States. The US High School Graduation Diploma with a minimum GPA of 3.0 plus ACT score of 26 or SAT overall score of 1240 (with a minimum of 610 in Maths and 630 in Reading and Writing) or Advanced Placement tests at grade 3 or above in at least 2 tests. 96 to 112 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. 96 to 112 UCAS tariff points. , but we’ll assess your individual circumstances and potential when reviewing your application. 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: Applicants must hold the (FA Level 1) Introduction to Football Coaching. In addition to the above Level 1 qualification applicants must also complete the “Introduction to First Aid in Football” and “Safeguarding Children" courses. Applicants must have experience of football coaching – this should be outlined in your personal statement*.

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years Full Time

Apply through the official page: https://sits.northumbria.ac.uk/live/sits.urd/run/siw_ipp_lgn.login?process=siw_ipp_app&code1=DUFFBI1&code2=0002

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