Course summary
This course has been designed with expertise from both industry practitioners in scouting and recruitment, as well as academic experts who are active within the sector. Students participating in this course will be introduced to the various facets of scouting and recruitment, through modules focused on the identification, selection, retention, and securing of talent. The course equips students with the skills and knowledge to identify, acquire the talent and make the pitch in the boardroom to sign the player who you think will be the next big thing. The course encompasses all that is required to be successful within this field and offer a perspective to the industry that is not only research informed, but is generated from the shared experiences of the experts you will be around. In addition to numerous partners we work with you will also be taught by recognised professionals within this field, including scouts who have worked at top premier league clubs and at international level across both the male and female game. Studying at UCFB comes with a number of valued benefits to enhance your career and employment opportunities through our Employability and Career Planning provision. This course is the first in the UK to be officially endorsed by the Professional Football Scouts Association (PFSA) who are the world leader in football performance education. You will have access to world-leading resources such as HUDL Sportscode, Wyscout, Nacsport, Statsbomb, Playermaker, Catapult GPS and Tableau. Access to these resources are replicable of what is required when entering into this field as a career across the world.
Modules
Modules include: Football Statistics and Data Analysis; An Interdisciplinary Approach in Football; Applied Research Project; Applied Talent Detection, Identification and Selection; Recruitment Strategies in Football; Applied Performance Feedback.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
International applicants
We do not currently hold an international licence. This means that, at this moment, we are unable to accept international applications who require a student visa to study in the UK. If you already hold a visa that allows full time masters study in the UK and would like to submit an application, please upload relevant copies of any previous or current UK visas and a colour copy of a valid passport as part of your online application. As the UK has now left the EU, all applicants from outside the British Isles who do not hold a current British passport would also require a visa to study in the UK. Applicants who hold pre-settled or settled status are eligible to study with UCFB on campus. If you are still unsure whether you would need a visa to study in the UK please contact our Compliance team on [email protected]
Entry requirements
A personal statement highlighting your alignment to the course in which you are applying for, how this feeds into your future career ambitions and why you feel a place on this course should be offered to you. (This is required for all applications) Ideally, a 2:1 or above in a relevant subject (relevant subjects include areas of study such as, coaching, performance analysis, talent development, sports science). If holding a degree of 2:2, at least two years' experience will be expected to be demonstrated in any of the following fields: Scouting; Coaching; Recruitment; Performance Assessment (e.g. Sports Science) AND a level 1 qualification in any of the following fields: Scouting; Talent ID; Talent ID; or Coaching. If holding no degree, a degree in a non-related subject or a 3rd class degree, at least 3 years' experience is required in the following areas: Scouting; Coaching; Recruitment; Performance Assessment (e.g. Sports Science) PLUS additional Continuing Professional Development qualifications at level 2 in the following areas: Scouting; Coaching or Talent ID. An interview with the Course Leader or Associate Dean may also be required to assess suitability.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £12250 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £12250 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £12250 | Whole course |
| Wales | £12250 | Whole course |
| Channel Islands | £12250 | Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | £12250 | Whole course |
| EU | £18450 | Whole course |
| International | £18450 | Whole course |
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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Sponsorship information
We are proud to offer an extensive suite of scholarships to support outstanding students as they embark on their postgraduate study. From scholarships to aid our elite athletes, to attracting aspiring sports leaders, and scholarships which support inclusivity and diversity within the sporting industry, our scholarships are there to support students who want to make a meaningful difference to the future of the sporting world. More information can be found on our website.
Provider information
UCFB
University Campus of Football Business,
Arch View House
First Way, Wembley
Middlesex
HA9 0JD