BSc Business Management Human Resource Management with a Foundation Year
Course overview
The BSc Business Management (Human Resource Management) with a Foundation Year at Swansea University is designed for students who want to specialise in Human Resource Management while gaining an understanding of business operations. The Foundation Year offers a supportive entry point for students who do not meet the direct requirements covering essential topics such as marketing, accounting, finance, and strategy.
The programme combines the theoretical, practical application of classical human resource management principles and how to handle contemporary challenges in the field. Students will also explore topics on leadership, organisational development, and the legal aspects of HR. The course is accredited by nationally recognised bodies, including the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), which can award Chartered Manager status to the students after completion of the course.
Entry requirements
Interested applicants should submit a personal statement that includes their reasons for applying and other relevant details about their academic background. A reference from an academic source or employer is also necessary. They can also submit a CV to showcase any relevant work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants typically require 72 UCAS tariff points, A Levels at BCC or BBC, a BTEC Extended Diploma at DMM, a merit in T Levels, or an International Baccalaureate.
- International qualifications equivalent to A-levels are accepted too.
English Proficiency:
- Non-English-speaking country students must demonstrate their English language skills by achieving an overall score of 6.0 on the IELTS, with a minimum of 5.5 in speaking, listening and writing.
- Other English language qualifications, like TOEFL, are also accepted.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
International Excellence Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded as a discount on tuition fees worth up to £5,000 in the first year of study, with a further £2,000 awarded in Year 2 (for £5,000 awardees only, subject to achieving a 70% average).
International Postgraduate Alumni Bursaries
First Class - £5,000 per year; Second Class, First division - £3,000 per year; Second Class, Second division - £1,000 per year; Taught Masters to Research Degree - £3,000 per year subject to satisfactory progress.
Swansea University International Postgraduate Research Excellence Scholarship (SUIPRES)
The SUIPRES Scholarship covers the difference between the International and the Home tuition fee rate for the duration of the PhD/Professional Doctorate programme.
Swansea University Sport Scholarship
Financial support (of up to £2000).
Thrive Bursary
The Thrive bursary is a £4,000 reduction in tuition fees for the first year of study, with a progression bursary of £2,000 in subsequent years (applied as a discount off tuition fees).
Up to £4,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the BSc Business Management (Human Resource Management) with a Foundation Year at Swansea University can work as:
- Business Managers
- Retail Managers
- Human Resources Specialists
- Business Advisors
- Entrepreneur/Business Owners
Cost of study
The annual tuition fee for international students who want to study the BSc Business Management (Human Resource Management) with a Foundation Year at Swansea University is £19,600.
Admission
Interested applicants can apply directly to the University or through UCAS. You can also reach out to our trained advisors for help.
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