The Diploma of Football (Development, Management and Performance) will prepare you with the skills, knowledge and understanding for a range of future career paths in the football industry.
In this unique specialised diploma, you will explore a range of football codes (eg, soccer, rugby league, rugby union, AFL, rugby 7s, wheelchair rugby, futsal, touch football) and will learn how these global sports deliver exemplary practice in contexts such as coaching, officiating, community and participation, inclusion, management skills, and player development and wellbeing.
Designed in collaboration with the football industry, classes are taught by industry experts and revolve around real-life case studies of football professionals, clubs, and organisations. Work-integrated learning placements are a key aspect of this course where you will experience a minimum of 45 hours of placements in football environments.
Course Duration
- 1 year full-time or part-time equivalent
Intake dates
- 4 August 2025 (Semester 2 2025)
- 2 March 2026 (Semester 1 2026)
Enquire now
Delivery mode
This course is available in the following study modes:
Locations
10 Parkview Drive, Sydney Olympic Park, NSW 2127 2127
This course is designed to be flexible and can be studied through a combination of on-campus, online, and blended delivery.
Enquire now
Entry Requirements
There are no formal academic requirements
Course fees
Course fee
Unknown
Enquire now
FEE-HELP Available
Eligible students can access FEE-HELP, a government loan program that lets you pay back your tuition fee.
Flexible Payment Plans
Spread the cost of your course with manageable instalments throughout the semester.
Upfront Payment
Prefer to pay your fees in full at the start? That option is available too.
Related career opportunities
This course will prepare you for the following roles.
About Australian College of Physical Education
If you’re looking to launch or further your career in sports or a related profession, ACPE is the place for you. ACPE is Australia’s leading provider of specialist undergraduate degrees in the related disciplines of sport, dance, health, business, and physical education. As an independent tertiary institution located in the centre of Sydney’s internationally renowned Olympic Park precinct, ACPE attracts individuals from Australia and across the globe.
More about Australian College of Physical Education