FDSc Sports Coaching with Football Development and Performance

Designed for aspiring football coaches, this two-year Foundation Degree combines academic theory with substantial practical experience in both community and professional club settings. Students develop knowledge across physiological, psychological, and biomechanical aspects of sports coaching, alongside modules covering coaching pedagogy, performance analysis, inclusive practice, and football operations. The course is well suited to those seeking a career in football coaching at community or performance-academy level, and also provides a pathway to a full BSc Honours degree with one additional year of top-up study.

Delivered full-time on a classroom basis, the course is based primarily at Wycombe Wanderers Football Club's Adams Park, with additional teaching at Buckinghamshire New University's High Wycombe campus, including its Human Performance, Exercise and Wellbeing Centre. Students spend up to 20 hours per week in work-based learning under the guidance of experienced coaches and mentors. The Introduction to Coaching module offers the opportunity to gain a National Governing Body recognised coaching award. The course is delivered by Buckinghamshire New University in partnership with Wycombe Wanderers Football Foundation, starting September 2026.