University of East Anglia UEA

BA Business and Human Resource Management with a Year Abroad

University of East Anglia UEA

Course overview

The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Business and Human Resource Management with a Year Abroad at the University of East Anglia, offered by Norwich Business School, is a four-year undergraduate degree. This programme blends the study of general business management with specialised knowledge of human resource management (HRM), which is about effectively managing people within organisations.

The course allows you to tailor your studies while maintaining a strong focus on people management. You'll learn why people are considered a significant business advantage and how they can drive organisational change. You will also develop the practical skills needed to manage people effectively and collaborate with your fellow students. A real-world HR project is included in the course, which will improve your CV and give you a competitive advantage when applying for jobs. The year abroad provides an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of human resource management in an international context.

Graduates from this programme are prepared for roles in large international companies and also have the knowledge and motivation to contribute to the growth of smaller businesses and start-ups.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements

  • Applicants must hold GCSEs in English Language and Mathematics at minimum grade 4 or grade C.
  • Applicants are required to have A Levels (ABB), excluding General Studies. BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (DDM) is accepted, as well as combinations like Diploma (DD) + B at A Level or Extended Certificate (D) + BB at A Level. BTEC in Public Services, Uniformed Services, and Business Administration are excluded. An International Baccalaureate total of 32 points overall is required.

English Proficiency

  • Candidates are expected to demonstrate English proficiency if their first language isn’t English. This is shown by an IELTS 6.0 overall score, with a minimum of 5.5 in all components.

Scholarships

  • International UG Merit Scholarship

    Year 1 Entry - £5,000 or £10,000; Year 2 - £5,000 or £4,000.

  • Music Scholarship

    Total Value: £3,000; Annual Value: £1,000

    Up to £3,000
  • The North Walsham Vikings RFC Bursary

    Minimum of £500 per scholarship. This amount may be higher, but it is at the discretion of the club and dependent on the number of recipients and level of ability.

    Up to £500
  • University of Sanctuary Scholarship

    Undergraduate level: the Home rate (£9,535 per annum) and an annual bursary (£9000); Postgraduate taught level: the Home rate (£10,675 per annum) and an annual bursary (£9000).

Career opportunities

Graduates of this course can pursue interesting careers in roles such as:

  • HR Officers
  • HR Consultants
  • Recruitment Officers
  • Payroll Officers
  • Talent Acquisition Specialist
  • Compensation and Benefits Analyst

Cost of study

The tuition fee for the BA Business and Human Resource Management course is £22,500 per year for international students.

Admission

Candidates interested in this course should apply through UCAS. To learn more about this process, reach out to one of our counsellors at AHZ..

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