University of Lancashire has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Course Overview This course is taught through block learning. Find out more at https://www.lancashire.ac.uk/study/block-learning Our foundation year in Football Studies is a great option if you don’t have the grades for direct entry onto a degree. You’ll gain the skills you need to study at university. Our foundation year prepares you to study at degree level. You’ll learn how to write academically, including how to research topics and use different types of sources. You’ll gain key study skills like taking notes and reflect on your own progress. You’ll also explore current issues in sport and wellbeing. This will help to build your understanding of the industry, as you engage in key debates and discussions. You’ll then choose a topic that interests you and create a project or portfolio based on it. You’ll think critically, reflect on your learning, and present your ideas clearly. These skills will help you succeed in university and beyond. Once you’ve successfully completed your foundation year, you may choose to progress onto our Football Studies BSc (Hons). You'll dive deeper into the football industry through a wide range of modules. These cover key areas such as performance analysis, media, marketing, business, and the societal impact of football. Our location offers a unique advantage, being close to major football institutions like the English Football League headquarters and Preston North End. This allows us to provide valuable professional placements, giving you direct access to the football world. You can also progress onto: Physical Education and Sport BA (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons) Sport Business Management BSc (Hons) Sport Coaching BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy BSc (Hons) Leadership through Outdoor Adventure BA (Hons) Nutrition BSc (Hons) Why study with us
- Our foundation year introduces you to key areas of the sports industry, setting you up for success in your degree and future career.
- You’ll gain important study skills, including academic writing and critical thinking.
- Once you progress onto the BSc (Hons) Football Studies course, topics include the media, performance analysis, development, business, management and events.
- You'll explore current issues and key debates in sport and wellbeing, enhancing your understanding of the field.
- You'll choose a topic of interest to explore further in a project or portfolio, preparing you for degree-level study.
- You'll learn from a research active team in a range of football and wider sporting topics, with a wealth of experience.
Modules
Please visit The University of Lancashire’s website for the latest information about our modules.
How to apply
14Jan
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
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
A level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher
AS - Not accepted
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MM
Scottish Advanced Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
GCSE/National 4/National 5
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - MPP
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma - MM
T Level - P
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Please note fees for the foundation year will be £9,535, and then £9,535 per year for the remainder of the course.
*subject only to annual increase in line with UK Retail Price Index Inflation rate and increases permitted by the Government
Provider information
University of Lancashire
Preston
PR1 2HE