Football Studies - BA (Hons)

Nottingham College

Major themes include: performance analysis, talent identification and development, football as a global business, marketing, coaching performance and applied psychology.

-Introduction to Psychology-Introduction to Business in Football -Introduction to Coaching in Football-Performance Analysis in Football-Introduction to Research Skills-Employability in Football

-Applied Psychology-Marketing in Football-Foundation Phase in Football Coaching-Applied Observational Analysis in Football -Reflective Practitioner-Work Placement

-Professional Development Portfolio in Football-Coaching for Performance-Talent Identification in Football-Research ProjectThe final-year project allows students to complete an independent body of research on a related topic of their choice. This requires students to demonstrate their ability to conduct original research, analyse data, and present their findings in a clear and concise manner. Students will have the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the programme to a real-world issue or trend.

Our Sports Academy has close links with Notts County FC, famous as the world's oldest professional club and one of the 12 'Originals' - founder members of the Football League in 1888. This well-established club/college partnership lies at the heart of our local community and provides students with exposure to elite players, coaches and facilities.With competitive football at all levels - from Nottingham Forest in the Premier League to grass roots - Nottingham's a great place to study, play and watch the game.

This will be industry-led, using a wide range of innovative and traditional methods, including: assignments, research projects, reports, presentations, work placement opportunities and practical investigations.

Level 6 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Football Studies - awarded by The Open University (OU).

We want to be accessible to students from any background, so we’ve put together a cash support package of non-repayable bursaries to provide financial help where it’s really needed. Details for 2025-26 will be advertised once approved by the university regulator – the Office for Students (OfS). Please check our website - www.nottinghamcollege.ac.uk - for more details.