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Football Coaching, Performance and Development
- BSc (Hons)
- 4 Years
- Full-time
- 07/09/2026
- Undergraduate
- Sighthill
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
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:
- 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
Including Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, PE, Sports Science and the Active Leisure Industry or Sports Studies.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM
Minimum grades MMM (Merit, Merit, Merit) in a related subject.
Scottish Higher - BBBC
Including Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology or PE at Grade C.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 27 points
Award of Diploma with 27 points overall with three HL subjects at grades 6, 5, 4 including a Science at minimum grade 5.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H2, H3, H3, H3
Grades H2, H3, H3, H3 at Higher Level including Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology or PE.
T Level - M
T Level must be completed in a Science subject or A Level Science may be required. Please contact ugadmissions@napier.ac.uk to check if you meet the subject specific requirements.
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
Including Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology or PE at Grade C.
The grades listed above are our minimum entry requirements for applicants who meet our widening participation criteria. For further information about our entry requirements and our widening participation criteria as outlined within our Contextual Admissions Policy please visit our website.
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. |
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.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1820 | Year 1 |
| England | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9790 | 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
International - Year 1 £18,220 - £21,120 (See course page for details)
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