Football Studies (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Football Studies (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons)
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 pr...
<strong>Course Overview</strong><br/><br/>This course is taught through block learning. Find out more at https://www.lancashire.ac.uk/study/block-learning<br/><br/>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.<br/><br/>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.<br/><br/>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.<br/><br/>Once you’ve successfully completed your foundation year, you may choose to progress onto our Football Studies BSc (Hons). Youll 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.<br/><br/>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.<br/><br/>You can also progress onto:<br/><br/>Physical Education and Sport BA (Hons)<br/>Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons)<br/>Sport Business Management BSc (Hons)<br/>Sport Coaching BSc (Hons)<br/>Sports Therapy BSc (Hons)<br/>Leadership through Outdoor Adventure BA (Hons)<br/>Nutrition BSc (Hons)<br/><br/><strong>Why study with us</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Our foundation year introduces you to key areas of the sports industry, setting you up for success in your degree and future career.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• You’ll gain important study skills, including academic writing and critical thinking.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Once you progress onto the BSc (Hons) Football Studies course, topics include the media, performance analysis, development, business, management and events.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>What youll do</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Youll explore current issues and key debates in sport and wellbeing, enhancing your understanding of the field.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Youll choose a topic of interest to explore further in a project or portfolio, preparing you for degree-level study.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Youll learn from a research active team in a range of football and wider sporting topics, with a wealth of experience.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Future Careers</strong><br/><br/>Our Football Studies Foundation Entry degree is the stepping stone to a career in a football related industry.<br/><br/>You could find a career in football coaching, media, analysis, business management and football enterprises.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Preston Campus
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
CF10
Institution Code
C30
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
64
Scottish Higher
64 UCAS points
Access to HE Diploma
64 UCAS points
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
64 UCAS points at Higher Level subjects
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MPP
GCSE/National 4/National 5
5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above including Maths and English or equivalent. Equivalent qualifications are Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English or Level 3 Key Skills in Maths and Communication.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MM
AS
Not Accepted
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
MM
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
MPP
Scottish Advanced Higher
64 UCAS points
A level
64 UCAS points at A2
T Level
P
P (D or E)
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £9,535 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |






































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