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Foundation Degree
Higher education for people who want to build a career in sport, coaching, leisure or football.
Level
Higher education
Delivery
Blended learning
Experience
Industry placement
Base
Stanley Sports Hub
About the programme
Foundation Degree
The Foundation Degree combines university-level study with practical experience in a professional football and community-sport environment, based largely at Stanley Sports Hub.
Ask about the current intake →Study & experience
Learn in the environment you want to work in.
Students combine academic study with practical experience designed to build the skills, qualities and professional understanding needed for careers across sport and football.
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Face-to-face and online learning.
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Practical sessions and tutorials.
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1:1 mentoring and academic support.
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Industry-based coaching and placement experience.
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Opportunities to build additional sport and coaching qualifications.
Progression
Build qualifications and real-world experience together.
The programme is designed to strengthen employment prospects across professional-club community departments, governing bodies and the wider sport and leisure sector.
Current course details
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Course structure, entry requirements, university arrangements and fees can change between intakes. Contact Stefan Wilson for the current application, funding and course information before making a decision.
Foundation Degree FAQs
Good to know before you start.
Quick answers to the questions we are most often asked about this programme.
Who is the Foundation Degree for?
The Foundation Degree is a higher-education progression route for learners who want to continue studying in a sport-focused environment.
What are the entry requirements?
Entry requirements can vary by intake and qualification route. Contact the Education team for the current criteria.
Where is the programme based?
The programme is delivered through the ASCT education pathway based around Stanley Sports Hub.
How do I apply or register interest?
Use the enquiry option on this page and the Education team will explain the current application route.
Support to take part
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