University Campus Suffolk Lowestoft, at the site of Lowestoft College, is launching a brand new Fda/BA degree programme in Football Development and Coaching for September 2008. The course will enable prospective students with a passion for football to turn that into a successful and rewarding career. It aims to attract both school leavers and those already working in the industry as coaches, for example, who wish to obtain a degree qualification. The course will be taught by academic staff with significant industry experience in football and sport more generally, supported by guest speakers from local and regional football/sport organizations. Students can undertake FA awards at Level 1-2, as well as have opportunities to undertake refereeing and disability football awards.

In addition, there are work-based placements in the community, making a difference to youngsters' lives, working in schools or on special football development projects. Students will be expected to develop these experiences further, ideally with a range of disadvantaged or under-represented groups in society. The course modules include football development, football in society, research methods, fitness for football, introduction to coaching, football coaching for special populations, strategic football development, contemporary issues in football and sports marketing. With relevant work experience, a degree course designed by academics with the support of local and regional football and sport organizations, added-value coaching awards and a supportive learning environment, you will be ideally prepared for a career in the vibrant and exciting world of football.

The course begins in September 2008 and is a two year foundation degree with an optional BA third year 'top up' allowing you to graduate with a full honours degree and is available on the UCAS website for applications. For further information, contact UCS admissions staff via the UCS website ucs.ac.uk