Sport & Fitness
Wellbeing and Performance in Women's Football
Campus Sighthill Campus
Qualification SCQF Level 5
Study mode Full time
Start date
Aug 2025
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Course overview
Through theoretical and practical learning, this new course is designed to support sporting performance - specifically for female football players. You will learn about the key aspects of performance such as nutrition, physiological systems, strength and conditioning, personal wellbeing and recovery.
You will apply what you have learned in this course to improve your skills development.
What you will learn
- Contemporary Training Methods
- Sports Mechanics
- Strength and Conditioning for the Female Athlete
- Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
- Introduction to Nutrition and Performance
- Sports Injuries and the Female Athlete
- Introduction to Sports Psychology
- Introduction to Personal Safety
Placement information
- Although placement experience is not offered within this course, there will be opportunities at higher levels of study.
How the course is assessed
The course is assessed on an ongoing basis using a variety of methods which include:
- Written Assessments
- Log Books
- Practical Observations
Number of days per week
- 3 days per week
Entry requirements
- 3 National 4 qualifications at grade C or above, with the inclusion of English and preferably a sport/science subject.
- You must be playing football regularly
- If you do not have the formal requirements but are a mature student, you are welcome to apply.
Information on Tests / Auditions / Interview Requirements
- You must attend an information session, dates will be sent to you with your conditional offer. The session will include information on the course and a discussion on your suitability.
English Proficiency Requirements
IELTS 5.5Progression and Articulation Routes
- Access to HN Fitness and Soft Tissue Therapy
Career options
- Whilst there are no direct career options from this course, you will gain the knowledge and skills required to improve your game, which may lead to enhanced opportunities within Football in the future.
Study Options
| Campus | Study mode | Start date |
|---|---|---|
| Sighthill Campus | Full time | 25/08/25 |
