Robert Gordon University

BA Business with Human Resource Management

Robert Gordon University

Course overview

The Robert Gordon University BA Business with Human Resource Management degree explores both the ideas behind Human Resources and how to use them in real-world situations. This programme, which is part of a flexible business and management course, gives students a full understanding of key business tasks along with specific HR knowledge, getting them ready for a professional career.

Later in the course, students can choose subjects that fit their own interests and job goals, even getting chances to take part in short management and business projects. Learning often happens with a combination of big group lessons and smaller tutorial groups. Students are mostly graded through written exams and assignments each year, and they always get feedback on their work within twenty working days.

Entry requirements

To apply, students must submit a personal statement explaining why they want to study the course and include any other important details about their academic background. A reference from a teacher or an employer is also necessary. Students can also upload their CVs to highlight any work experience they have.

Grade Requirements:

  • For standard entry, you will typically need SQA Higher at BBBC, GCE A-Level at BCC, or an IB Diploma with 27 points.
  • For some programmes, minimum entry requirements might be higher, such as SQA Higher BBC, GCE A-Level, or an IB Diploma with 31 points.
  • The university accepts many international qualifications equivalent to A-levels.

English Proficiency:

  • If English is not your first language, you will need an overall IELTS score of 6.0, with no section below 5.5.
  • Equivalent scores from tests like PTE and TOEFL are also accepted.

Scholarships

  • Alumni Discount

    A 20% discount is provided exclusively on tuition fees and not to any associated course costs.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • International Students Emergency Fund

    The fund aims to help students with basic living costs such as food, utilities and rent.

  • RGU Early Deposit Payment Discount

    Self-funding students paying an international fee joining in the September 2026 intake who pay their deposit will receive an additional £500 discount.

    Up to £500

  • RGU Golf Scholarship

    Up to £8,500 per year

  • RGU International Student Discount for Undergraduate Students

    £2,000 discount on each year of study of undergraduate tuition fees.

    Up to £2,000

  • RGU SPORT Scholarship

    Financial assistance is awarded to support travel, training, equipment and competition expenses accrued during the academic year.

  • Vice-Chancellor's Undergraduate Scholarship

Career opportunities

Graduates work as:

  • Human Resources Manager
  • HR Advisor
  • Recruitment Consultant
  • Business Consultant
  • Talent Acquisition Specialist

Cost of study

For the 2025/26 academic year, the annual tuition for international students taking this course is £18,300.

Admission

Applications for the BA Business with Human Resource Management at Robert Gordon University are submitted through UCAS. Please speak to our trained advisors for help.

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