University of the West of England
Human Resources Management MSc
University of the West of England

Key Course Facts

Course Description

This course aims to develop skilled and capable HR professionals who can make a real contribution to business success. The programme provides the underpinning skills and knowledge required by professionals within this discipline as well as a broader understanding of the context within which human resources management (HRM) takes place. This course is suitable for those at the start of a career in HRM or for those already working within the field who wish to obtain a professional qualification. The course leads to associate membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) and, on completion of either the PG Diploma or the MA in HRM, the students meet the knowledge requirements for Chartered Membership of the CIPD.

A range of different forms of assessment are used throughout the course, including written assignments, tests, exams, reflective log, presentations and group exercises. Assessment of skills and competence also forms part of the overall assessment strategy.

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Human Resources Management, MSc, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

You will need:

An Honours degree of 2:2 or above in any subject and to be able to demonstrate an interest in human resource management. Applicants whose 1st language is not English are required to meet the UK Border Agency and universities minimum English language requirements, such as the International English Language Test (IELTS) 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in all components.

Costs

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

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About University of the West of England

The University of the West of England, Bristol (UWE Bristol) is a government funded research university situated in Bristol, with Frenchay Campus serving as its main campus in the civil parish of Winterbourne. The campus is 4 miles north of Bristol city centre, which takes around 20 minutes to reach via bus.

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undergraduates:
23760
postgraduates:
6410
Total:
30170
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Where is this programme taught

Frenchay Campus
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