University of South Wales

BA Business Management Human Resource Management Top Up

University of South Wales

Course overview

If you already hold an HND or equivalent qualification and want to develop a career in people management, the Business Management (Human Resource Management) (Top-Up) at the University of South Wales offers a practical and focused route to a full bachelor’s degree.

This one-year course provides a solid foundation in business strategy, applied management and research, before allowing you to specialise in key areas of human resource management. You'll explore topics such as contemporary global leadership, HRM 4.0 and the future of work, while also undertaking a live management project to apply your skills in a real-world setting.

The Business Management (Human Resource Management) (Top-Up) from the University of South Wales is taught across two 12-week terms through in-person lectures and workshops that encourage active learning, teamwork and professional development. Assessment methods include presentations, essays, group work and reports.

With strong industry links and teaching built around current business practices, the Business Management (Human Resource Management) (Top-Up) at the University of South Wales prepares you for a wide range of graduate roles in human resources and people management.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants should have completed an HND in Business Studies or Business & Accounting, a Foundation Degree in Business Studies, Service Sector Management, or Retail Management. 
  • Equivalent qualifications, such as a Diploma in Higher Education or ILM Level 5 in Leadership and Management, are also accepted. 

English Proficiency: 

  • International applicants are required to have an overall IELTS score of 6.0, with no component below 5.5. Alternatively, a TOEFL score of 72 is accepted, with minimum scores of 18 in reading, 17 in listening, 20 in speaking, and 17 in writing, or an equivalent qualification.

Scholarships

  • Chancellors International Development Scholarships

    International Development Scholarships of £2,500 are available for students from the regions, for undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

    Up to £2,500

  • Chevening Scholarships

    All Chevening Awards cover tuition fees and living costs for a one year postgraduate course.

  • Course Kit Bursaries

    We are offering course kit bursaries to students in their first year of study to support with course costs.

  • International Office Scholarship

    Undergraduate (including top-ups): upto £1,500. Postgraduate: upto £2,000.

  • Postgraduate Sanctuary Scholarship

  • Undergraduate Sanctuary Scholarship

  • USW International Students Progressing to Masters

    Progression Fee Discount of £3,500.

    Up to £3,500

  • USW Scholarship £1000

    The University of South Wales is offering scholarships worth £1,000 to first year students who wish to study at least 40 credits through the medium of Welsh.

    Up to £1,000

  • USW Scholarship £250

    The University of South Wales offers scholarships worth £250 to students at levels 4-7 who wish to study at least 5 credits through the medium of Welsh.

    Up to £250

  • USW Summer School

    Please contact the provider.

Career opportunities

Students who obtain the BA in Business Management (Human Resource Management) (Top Up) at the University of South Wales are qualified for the following job positions:

  • Human Resources Manager 
  • Training and Development Manager
  • Reward Specialist
  • Recruitment Consultant
  • General Manager
  • HR Business Partner

Cost of study

For the 2025/2026 session, the tuition fee to study Business Management (Human Resource Management) (Top-Up) at the University of South Wales is £15,850.

Admission

To study this course, you have to apply through the UCAS platform. If you’d like help with your application, our expert counsellors are happy to help.

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