SP6054 - Football Accreditation: UEFA B

What will I learn on this module?

In this module you will consider key industry knowledge and practices aligned with community and professional football coaching. Football is perceived to be a dynamic game that requires players to be adaptable and strong decision makers, subsequently this module will unpack these ideas from the perspective of the coach. Extending you knowledge of the FA’s four corner model (i.e., Technical/Tactical, Physical, Sociological, Psychological) you will consider player development, medium term programme planning and ‘on the pitch’ coaching practice. Broadly, from a coaching perspective, you will continue to consider the individual player and how they operate and align with the expectation of the unit (i.e., defensive, midfield unit) and wider team (i.e., their roles and responsibilities). Significantly, this module will encourage you to further consider coaching practice, behaviour and approaches throughout bigger formats of the game (e.g.., 9v9 and 11v11).

This industry recognised qualification (UEFA B) will enhance your future football coaching opportunities and support your continued engagement with CPD/work-based modules and experiential learning opportunities throughout your programme of study.

How will I learn on this module?

In this module you will learn through a combination of in class workshops (seminar) and ‘on the pitch’ workshops (practical). Tutorial sessions will also be built into the module to offer wider support throughout the module study.

Independent study and placement study will be necessary to advance your knowledge of taught key concepts and pedagogical coaching practices.

How will I be supported academically on this module?

Module information, assessment requirements and expectations, and important module announcements will be made through the eLP. Material to support your learning will be uploaded in advance of sessions. You will be supported by a team of academic experts and/or The FA partners during scheduled teaching. You will engage in a rich dialogue with identified staff (and fellow students) in timetabled sessions and receive regular feedback on ongoing work giving you the opportunity to respond directly as part of the process. This will allow for an authentic dialogical learning process. Furthermore, these staff will be available to support you during your development of your portfolio of evidence.
Tutorial sessions will also be built into the module allowing additional reflection time throughout the module.

What will I be expected to read on this module?

All modules at Northumbria include a range of reading materials that students are expected to engage with. The reading list for this module can be found at: http://readinglists.northumbria.ac.uk
(Reading List service online guide for academic staff this containing contact details for the Reading List team – http://library.northumbria.ac.uk/readinglists)

What will I be expected to achieve?

Knowledge & Understanding:
• Demonstrate advanced football coaching pedagogical practice specific to larger formats of the game (i.e., 9v9, 11v11). [MLO1]
• Analyse and scrutinise the football’s ‘Principles of Play’ in relation to ones coaching beliefs, coaching behaviour and practice. [MLO2]

Intellectual / Professional skills & abilities:
• Enhance coaching approach when working with over 14 year-old players in larger formats of the game. [MLO3]
• Develop rigorous coaching programmes that consider in, and out of possession principles. [ML04]

Personal Values Attributes (Global / Cultural awareness, Ethics, Curiosity) (PVA):
Demonstrate clear self-awareness and confidence throughout discussion and practice of coaching philosophy and coaching behaviour. [ML05]

How will I be assessed?

There will be two submissions for this module.

(1) A portfolio of evidence illustrating your coaching practice, including 6-week programmes, player profiles and principles of play statements. [MLO1, MLO2 and MLO4]

Verbal formative feedback will be provided during taught sessions and tutorials. Written summative feedback will be provided.

(2) A coaching presentation (inc. a short Q&A) ( «45 minutes) to demonstrate your developed coaching practice and describe your coaching process. [MLO2, ML03, ML05]

Formative feedback will be provided as an immediate response to the coaching presentation. Written summative feedback will be provided.

Pre-requisite(s)

Minimum Coaching Experience Requirement (FA – UEFA B Licence)
The Football Association (FA) does not set a mandatory minimum number of coaching hours

Co-requisite(s)

N/A

Module abstract

This module is a key industry qualification, and component of this programme. In this module you will gain insight into the world of football coaching, specifically relevant to both the grassroots game and professional game, crucially increasing employability.

This module will extend your fundamental football coaching pedagogy and knowledge. This module will move beyond smaller formats of the game to consider the professional world of 11v11. Supported by academic experts and industry professionals (i.e., The FA), you will be introduced to, challenge and analyse many historic and current trends within football coaching. Completion of this module will increase employment opportunities (specifically within professional academies and beyond) and will enable access to the industry recognised UEFA A licence post-graduation.

Course info

UCAS Code Z070

Credits 20

Level of Study Undergraduate

Mode of Study 4 years Full Time or 5 years with a placement (sandwich)/study abroad

School Sport Exercise and Rehabilitation

Location City Campus, Northumbria University

City Newcastle

Start September 2026 or September 2027

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Full time Courses are primarily delivered via on-campus face to face learning but could include elements of online learning. Most courses run as planned and as promoted on our website and via our marketing materials, but if there are any substantial changes (as determined by the Competition and Markets Authority) to a course or there is the potential that course may be withdrawn, we will notify all affected applicants as soon as possible with advice and guidance regarding their options. It is also important to be aware that optional modules listed on course pages may be subject to change depending on uptake numbers each year.

Contact time is subject to increase or decrease in line with possible restrictions imposed by the government or the University in the interest of maintaining the health and safety and wellbeing of students, staff, and visitors if this is deemed necessary in future.

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