MSc Human Resource Management
Course overview
The MSc Human Resource Management course at the University of Portsmouth is a full-time course designed to develop individuals into qualified human resources managers. During this course, you will understand the relationship between an organisation and its human resources.
You will gain the necessary knowledge and skills to recruit new employees, manage the existing ones, oversee employee compensation and dismissals, and ensure a balanced company-staff relationship. Additionally, this programme will equip you with transferable skills such as leadership and effective communication.
In this course, learning is delivered by expert tutors through a mix of lectures, seminars, workshops, and practical projects. The learning and assessment methods allow you to put learning into practice through projects and simulations. Assessment methods include coursework, case studies, presentations, and reflective reports.
Entry requirements
These are the standard entry requirements to study an MSc in Human Resource Management at the University of Portsmouth:
The University of Portsmouth will consider candidates with enough work experience.
Grade Requirements
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Applicants should have a second-class honours degree or its equivalent in a relevant subject. Applicants may also apply with a Level 3 or Level 5 Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) qualification.
English Proficiency
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Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.5. TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarship
GREAT Scholarships
The scholarship programme offers financial support of a minimum of £10,000 to students pursuing one-year postgraduate study in the UK.
Up to £10,000
Career opportunities
With an MSc in Human Resource Management from the University of Portsmouth, students graduate ready to work in the industry as:
- HR Manager
- Talent Acquisition Specialist
- Learning and Development Manager
- Employee Relations Advisor
- Compensation and Benefits Analyst
- HR Business Partner
Cost of study
The tuition fee for the 2025/2026 academic session to study MSc Human Resource Management at the University of Portsmouth is £17,900 per year of study.
Admission
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