Football is one of the most important industries in the UK in terms of interest, participation and consumer spending, and its rapid growth has created opportunities to become a sports professional in an expanding, borderless industry. This course is designed to give you a wide knowledge base, starting with more general spheres such as sport and physical activity sport management and working in sport as well as an overview of the football industry and contemporary issues in football.From your second year, you can choose specialist units focused on building your knowledge and skills in football coaching business and management and football and player development.Enjoy the flexibility to choose your preferred pathway (business, coaching or studies), giving you a unique chance to specialise after your first yearBenefit from work experience placements with our official partners, Luton Town FC, and other local football organisationsLearn through a combination of lectures and seminars, field trips and practical experience including on-site events management operationsGain recognised awards such as FA Coaching Level 1 and 2.Learn from top-class professionals within the field, working with governing bodies such as the FA, UEFA and FIFA as well as experts from professional football teamsTake advantage of off-site coaching opportunities at local schools as well as opportunities to volunteer with local Football AssociationsDevelop transferable skills such as critical evaluation, research and analysis, and be able to apply these skills to become a self-directed, independent, reflexive learnerTake the course over four years and include a fee-free year in industry (see below), gaining experience, building your CV and making contacts for the futureIf you need to step up into higher education, start with a Foundation Year (see below) which guarantees a place on the degree courseFull-time over 3 yearsFull-time with Professional Practice Year or Foundation Year – 4 years