Program Overview

Introduction to the Program

The BA (Hons) Football and Community Development program is a unique course that combines practical football training skills, community engagement strategies, and industry knowledge. This program is designed to prepare students for exciting careers in football coaching, sports development, and community work.

Program Highlights

• Partnership with Wrexham Football Club
• Incorporated professional qualifications
• Accredited by the Endorsement and Quality Standards Board for Community Development Learning (ESB)

Why Choose This Course?

This course is an excellent choice for those who are passionate about combining their love for football with making a positive impact on communities. Whether you aspire to coach, deliver influential community programs, or pursue further studies, this course provides a solid foundation for your goals.

What You Will Study

• Academic Researcher: This module enables you to gain valuable experience within a sports or fitness setting of your choice. You will develop personal and professional skills relevant to future employment.
• Behaviour Change in Communities Theory, Policy, and Practice: This module provides knowledge and understanding of behavior change related to health. It introduces a range of sociological and psychological theories and models relevant to behavior change, critically discussing their strengths and limitations, their application to health improvement and physical activity promotion strategies, and the practical challenges.
• Developing, Leading, and Managing Self and Others: You will demonstrate personal and professional development by meeting the practical competencies required in the National Occupational Standards for Youth Work: Developing, Leading, and Managing Self and Others.
• Strategic Management: This module introduces a systematic approach to studying strategic management, building on a variety of ideas and theories ranging from industrial organizational theory to institutional economics. It outlines the essentials of strategic management and provides an introduction to this important field of business management.
• Independent Discovery: This module allows you to conduct an independent study. After selecting an environment of your choice, you will collect, analyze, and interpret data from within it, turning all the hard work into a structured written format for presentation.

Admission Requirements and Application

For admission to the Level 6 course, you must meet the entry requirements and be accepted by the course tutor by providing documentary evidence that you have achieved a qualification at Level 5 or higher in a relevant discipline and have the necessary background.

Teaching and Assessment

A wide range of assessment methods will be used to test your knowledge and understanding. These include essays, portfolios, practical sessions, reports, presentations, online discussions, and case study assessments. You will be assessed on your ability to describe, explain, and analyze the role that football plays in the community. This is achieved by investigating previously published research, individually collected field data, and specialized computer software and tools.

Career Prospects

Graduates of the BA (Hons) Football and Community Development program can pursue careers in various football, sports, and community roles, including:

• Football Coach (national, academy, or professional levels)
• Community Football Development Officer
• Sports Development Officer
• Physical Education and Sports Teacher
• Disability and Inclusive Sports Coach
• Health and Wellness Coordinator
• Club or Charity Community Officer
• Youth and Sports Engagement Worker
• Talent Identification and Scouting Assistant
• Event and Program Coordinator in sports organizations

Fees and Funding

You do not have to pay your tuition fees upfront. The fees you pay and the support available to you will depend on various factors. Full information can be found on our fees and funding pages.

Accommodation

At Wrexham University, we offer on-campus en-suite rooms in our Wrexham Student Village. These privately furnished rooms are in a convenient location, providing easy access to campus facilities, study areas, and social spaces. Also, you are just a 10-minute walk from the city center!

With all bills included, free Wi-Fi, 24/7 security, and large social areas, you will find everything you need for a great student experience.

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Upcoming Open Days

Join us at an upcoming open day to meet your lecturers, learn more about our courses, discover our facilities, and get a taste of student life.

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Meet the Staff

• Sara Hilton
• Jess Achilleos
• Chris Hughes
• Andrew Woods
• Dr. Chelsea Batty
• Jonathan Hughes
• Julian Ferrari
• Dr. Christopher White

Related Courses

• BSc (Hons) Football Coaching and Performance
• BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching and Fitness (Top-up)
• BSc (Hons) Sports Injury Rehabilitation
• BSc (Hons) Sports Science and Exercise

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