Chelsea FC Foundation Coaching and Development - Top Up Year

St Mary's University, Twickenham

This undergraduate degree is a top-up year for the Chelsea FC Foundation Coaching and Development FdSc, leading to the award of Bachelor of Science.

• Unique collaborative relationship with Chelsea FC Foundation with a variety of work placement opportunities.
• Opportunity to develop coaching practice and use sport as a vehicle for social change in Chelsea FC Foundation settings.
• Variety of teaching venues, including St Mary's University, Chelsea FC training ground (Cobham), and Stamford Bridge.

This top-up year gives you the opportunity to develop and enhance your knowledge, understanding, and practical application of:

• talent development
• performance analysis
• advanced coaching pedagogies
• alternative education provision in football
• business start-up and social enterprise.

You will also complete both your placement and research project within Chelsea FC Foundation projects and programmes.

Throughout your studies, you will also develop and enhance your critical analysis and independent thinking skills, as well as develop relevant professional and vocational practices related to the football and wider sport industry.