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Sport Development and Coaching

FdSc · 2 Years · Full-time · 09/2026 · UndergraduateEverton Football College

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2026-2027
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Course summary

Why study Sport Development and Coaching at Liverpool John Moores University?

  • Delivered by Everton Football College at Everton Blue Mile Campus and accredited by Liverpool John Moores University

  • Study a range of modules, covering the disciplines of sport coaching, sport development, research and introductory sport business

  • Features a mixture of practical and theory elements, enabling you to develop the knowledge and skills needed to become informed practitioners and coaches

  • Gain experience with a range of providers in the UK and abroad. This includes Everton in the Community, local school schemes, Everything is Possible, local authorities and football in the community schemes

  • The course is taught at Everton Football College, Blue Mile Campus

About your course
The programme provides a perfect platform to enhance your coaching experience and develop knowledge of current sport development initiatives. This is through a mix of academic study and practical learning experiences in partnership with Everton Football Club.

The club's motto of Nil Satis Nisi Optimium 'Nothing but the best is good enough' has shaped the course and Everton Football College's approach to your education.

You will have the opportunity to enhance your coaching skills through a range of Everton in the Community programmes, along with chances to bring learning to life with access to Premier League opportunities.

On successful completion of the Foundation Degree, there is the option to progress onto the BSc (Hons) Sport Coaching and Development top-up at Everton Football College.

Your course fees include your Everton Football Club sport kit for work experience and the opportunity to access and apply for funding for a range of additional coaching courses to enhance your employability.

Modules

Please visit the Liverpool John Moores University website for detailed module information.

Assessment method

Assessment varies depending on the modules you choose, but will usually include a combination of exams and coursework.

To ensure you develop both practically as a coach and practitioner, you will be typically assessed through a range of methods including:

  • Practical and work experience
  • Portfolio evidence
  • Presentations
  • Reports
  • Exam and essay work

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Everton Football College

Study options

  • FdSc • Full-time • 2 Years

Start dates

  • 09/2026

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:
SDC1
Institution code:
L51
Campus name:
Everton Football College
Campus Code:
E
Points of Entry:
Year 1

Liverpool John Moores University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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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:
SDC1
Institution code:
L51
Campus name:
Everton Football College
Campus Code:
E

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

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Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 88 points

A level - CCD

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM

Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications.

Access to HE Diploma

Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications.

Scottish Higher

Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications.

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)

Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications.

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma

Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications.

NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Mathematics for Everyday Life (Core Maths)

Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications.

T Level

Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications.

Additional entry requirements

Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Interview

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted 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.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
Channel Islands£8200Year 1
Republic of Ireland£8200Year 1
England£8200Year 1
Northern Ireland£8200Year 1
Scotland£8200Year 1
Wales£8200Year 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

All figures are subject to yearly increases. Tuition fees are subject to parliamentary approval.

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