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English Football: a Social History (FutureLearn)

Offered by University of Leicester, De Montfort University - DMU, Leicester City Football Club - LCFC,

A short course looking at the history, sociology and politics of football with a focus on Leicester City Football Club. Examine the roots of football and its rise to modern prominance. This short course will explore the sociology and history of football, with a focus on Leicester City Football Club and their successful 2015/16 season.

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We’ll explore the origins of football, from early clubs to professional leagues and European competition; the role of the media and formation of the Premier League; and how LCFC rose from 5,000-1 outsiders to Premier League Champions.
The University of Leicester and De Montfort University have joined Leicester City Football Club to give a unique insight into the history and sociology of the sport, and the inside story of a premier league club.

What topics will you cover?

A history of football from early leagues and formats, through to the present day.
The influence of the media, and European football, on the English game.
The social impact of football: on fans and communities, through disaster and euphoria.
A case study of one Premier League club, looking in detail at their folk history and modern success.
A detailed look at Leicester City Football Club’s remarkable ‘great escape’ and title-winning season 2015-16.
An examination of the present state of football, and how it might change in the future.

What will you achieve?
By the end of the course, you'll be able to...

Summarise key points in the history of football, from its roots to the Premier League
Evaluate the role football plays in society, from fans to local and international communities
Debate economic influences and motivations in modern football
Discuss the current state of football, and its role in society

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