Football Studies (with Foundation Year)

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.

What you'll do

• 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.

Future Careers

Our Football Studies Foundation Entry degree is the stepping stone to a career in a football related industry.

You could find a career in football coaching, media, analysis, business management and football enterprises.