OpenFieldHigher Diploma in Elite Field Hockey Coaching and Tactical Strategy
Two-year professional diploma training head coaches in circle penetration tactics, high-press counter-attack transitions, team culture dynamics, and game management.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Secondary education diploma and minimum 2 years of field hockey coaching experience.
- English language proficiency
- Dutch B2 or English B2.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Coaching CV, game philosophy essay (1,000 words), and match analysis video breakdown.
- Recommendation letters
- Two letters of recommendation from club directors.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- €2,000 KNHB Olympic coaching scholarship for promising young head coaches
- Application fee
- €75 technical assessment fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- €3,600 annual comprehensive tuition
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- April 30, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Hockey University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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