BSc Football Coaching and Performance

  • Undergraduate
  • London
Last Updated: 02/07/2026View on Institutions website
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BSc Football Coaching and Performance
Middlesex University London

Course Overview

Intake

N/A

Duration

3 years

Course Description

The Football Coaching and Performance BSc is designed for driven individuals passionate about football coaching who aspire to work in elite environments. This innovative programme, delivered in partnership with Watford FC Community Sports & Education Trust, provides a multi-disciplinary approach to advanced player performance. Students will develop a well-rounded blend of knowledge and skills, combining practical coaching, underpinning theory, and work-based learning. The course is available as a 3-year full-time programme or a 6-year part-time option. Throughout the degree, students explore coaching theories from beginner to UEFA C level, performance analysis, sport science, and player welfare. A key feature of the programme is the inclusion of professional qualifications and guaranteed practical work placements, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for roles in professional football clubs, academies, and community settings. With access to state-of-the-art facilities at both the University’s Stone X Stadium and Watford FC, students gain the industry exposure and technical competencies required to excel in the competitive world of football coaching and performance.

Tuition Fee Details

For the 2026/27 academic year, the full-time tuition fee for UK students is £9,790. Part-time study is charged at £81 per taught credit. The university reserves the right to increase undergraduate tuition fees in line with changes to legislation, regulation and any government guidance or decisions. Tuition fees may be subject to change by Middlesex University London. Applicants should check the institution website for the latest fee information.

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements

UK qualifications

96 UCAS points including GCSE: Grade 4/C in English & Mathematics

A-Level: CCC including a C or above in a Science subject or PE

BTEC: MMM at BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in related field; DD at BTEC Level 3 Diploma in related subject

Access requirements: Overall pass in a related subject: must include 45 credits at level 3, of which all 45 must be at Merit or higher

English Language Requirements

GCSE

Grade 4/C in English

Other Requirements

Other

DBS (disclosure and barring service) is required for student placements.

For more information about the General Entry Requirements please visit the institution page

Course Structure

Academic Skills

30 Credits

Fundamentals of Football Coaching

30 Credits

Sport Science Fundamentals

30 Credits

Player Welfare

30 Credits

Frequently Asked Questions

Graduates can pursue roles such as Performance Analyst, Player Development Coach, Academy Coach, Talent Scout, Sport Scientist, or Community Development Officer within professional football clubs, academies, and grassroots settings. Nova Pathways can assist you in exploring these career paths and preparing your application.

Course information on this page was last updated from the Middlesex University London website available at https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/football-coaching-and-performance-bsc-/ on 4 June 2026. NELO is not affiliated with or in partnership with Middlesex University London; we display course information the institution has published publicly. Fees, entry requirements, dates and other information is subject to change; for the latest details and for admissions, please contact the institution directly.