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Football Coaching

  • BA (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 28 September 2026
  • Undergraduate
Global Institute of Sport (GIS) Wembley
Awarded by:
University of East London
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2026-2027
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Course summary

Ready to take your passion for football coaching to the next level? This course is designed for ambitious coaches who want to stand out in the competitive world of football. Not only will you refine your coaching techniques, but you’ll also dive into essential areas like player scouting and recruitment, psychology, nutrition, and talent development. From technical and tactical awareness to performance analysis, you’ll gain the skills and knowledge to lead teams to success at any level of the game.

What makes this course truly exciting is the hands-on experience you’ll get both on and off the pitch. You’ll engage with real-world coaching scenarios, sharpen your decision-making, and develop your leadership abilities. Whether you’re preparing to coach elite athletes or nurturing grassroots talent, this course will give you the edge to succeed in the fast-paced, ever-evolving world of football coaching. This is your opportunity to become a game-changing coach – are you ready?​

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

This course is available in Clearing. If you have submitted an application, you can add this course. If you haven’t sent us an application yet, you can do this until 24th September 2026.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Global Institute of Sport (GIS) Wembley

Study options

  • BA (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 28 September 2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
BAFC
Institution code:
G01
Campus name:
Global Institute of Sport (GIS) Wembley
Campus Code:
W
Points of Entry:
Year 1

How to apply

Apply by
14 January

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:
BAFC
Institution code:
G01
Campus name:
Global Institute of Sport (GIS) Wembley
Campus Code:
W

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

International applicants

This course is taught fully online and is available to students from around the world. This course is not eligible for UKVI visa sponsorship.

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff
96 points

Applicants will be asked to achieve 96 UCAS points under the UCAS point scheme or international equivalent. Professional experience and industry qualifications can be assessed for applicants without the necessary UCAS points.​
Applicants will be asked to provide evidence of their Maths and English Language GCSE (Grade C/4 or above).​
English Language Requirements:
If you’re applying from a country where English is not the majority spoken language, you’ll need to demonstrate your English proficiency. We accept a range of internationally recognised qualifications, with the minimum standard being: IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no individual component below 5.5, or an equivalent. Accepted qualifications include: IELTS Academic, IELTS for UKVI, TOEFL iBT, Oxford ELLT, PTE Academic, Cambridge IGCSE, ESOL, and IESO.
Oxford ELLT is an English Language Level Test, approved by Global Institute of Sport that can be used as evidence of a candidate’s English language proficiency for international admissions.
We require a minimum ELLT score of 5, with at least 5 in each individual component.

Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.

English language requirements

If you’re applying from a country where English is not the majority spoken language, you’ll need to demonstrate your English proficiency. We accept a range of internationally recognised qualifications, with the minimum standard being: IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no individual component below 5.5, or an equivalent. Accepted qualifications include: IELTS Academic, IELTS for UKVI, TOEFL iBT, Oxford ELLT, PTE Academic, Cambridge IGCSE, ESOL, and IESO.

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

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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.

Clearing contact details

Clearing hotline

admissions@gis.sport

+44 2033373373

Course Clearing information

Additional information

We are currently offering our BA Sports Management online degree.

Unlock your future in the exciting world of sports management with this dynamic course, designed to launch your career in one of the fastest-growing industries. You’ll dive deep into the business of sport, learning how to analyse the external forces shaping the industry while mastering the essential skills of communication, problem-solving, and leadership. This course will empower you with cutting-edge, evidence-based strategies, preparing you to tackle real-world challenges and drive success in your sports management career.

You’ll explore everything from sports marketing and fan behaviour to strategic event management, gaining practical insights through case studies, live discussions, and direct industry insight. With this course, you’ll be fully equipped to take the sports business world by storm and make an impact in the global marketplace.

Course contact details

Admissions Team

admissions@gis.sport

Future students Team

Enquiry Form

study@gis.sport

Global Institute of Sport (GIS)

16 First Way
Wembley
HA9 0AF

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