Course summary
This degree programme – the first of its kind in Scotland - has been designed in collaboration with the Scottish Football Association to provide an holistic view of coaching within a football setting, using evidence based knowledge and learning to support the UEFA awards embedded into each year of the degree. At all times considering reality-based learning. Upon successful completion of the programme, you will be a degree qualified coach in the many different facets of football, whilst also graduating with the UEFA C, UEFA B and UEFA Youth B licence qualifications. In your 4th year of study, you will be able to specialise by carrying out a relevant piece of research and where appropriate, start working towards your UEFA A Licence, UEFA Elite Youth A Licence, or UEFA Goalkeeping B, as an integral part of the Work-Based Learning module. You will gain experience in Performance Analysis using Hudl – the world-leading sports analysis software. In addition, upon successful completion of modules relating to Performance Analysis and appropriate experience within a performance analysis role, you will be eligible for certification through Hudl Academy and accreditation to the International Society for Performance Analysis of Sport (ISPAS) at levels 1 and 2 (membership fee payable to ISPAS by individuals). You will be supported to find suitable voluntary work place experiences throughout your degree aligned to your stage of development through our own contacts and those of the Scottish FA. These will enable you to further develop your skills on and off the pitch, gaining valuable insight into the working practices of clubs at different levels of football from grassroots to professional.
How to apply
29Jan
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:
- C6R5
- Institution code:
- E59
- Campus name:
- Sighthill
- Campus code:
- S
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
Entry requirements
Standard Qualification Requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - CCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM
Scottish Higher - BBBC
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 27 points
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H2, H3, H3, H3
T Level - M
In addition to the above academic requirements you require the following football specific awards prior to course commencement; Scottish FA Mental Health Award AND Scottish FA Children’s Wellbeing Coaching Award. Minimum Year 2 Entry Requirements HNC Pass in a related subject* with A in Graded Unit at Level 7 *Sports Coaching with Development of Sport, Sports Coaching and Development In addition to the above academic requirements you require the following football specific awards prior to course commencement; UEFA C Licence (or equivalent, such as the Scottish FA C Licence) Minimum Year 3 Entry Requirements HND Pass in a related subject* with A in Graded Unit at Level 8 *Sports Coaching with Development of Sport, Sports Coaching and Development In addition to the above academic requirements you require the following football specific awards prior to course commencement; UEFA B Licence
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Scottish Higher - BCCC
In addition to the above academic requirements you require the following football specific awards prior to course commencement; Scottish FA Mental Health Award AND Scottish FA Children’s Wellbeing Coaching Award.
Additional entry requirements
Interview
Other
In addition to meeting the academic criteria, applicants will normally be expected to demonstrate in their personal statement that they have relevant coaching experience showing a commitment to a career in this industry. Where applicants do not meet the academic criteria, extensive coaching experience may be taken into consideration in lieu of formal qualifications.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5. |
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £1820 | Year 1 |
| EU | £20310 | Year 1 |
| International | £20310 | 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
EU - TBC Year 1
International - TBC Year 1
Provider information
Edinburgh Napier University
219 Colinton Road
Edinburgh
EH14 1DJ