MSc Human Resource Management
Course overview
The MSc Human Resource Management at Swansea University is a progressive master’s programme that equips you with the skills to lead and shape modern workplace culture. This course provides both academic knowledge and hands-on experience in areas such as talent development, organisational behaviour, and employee relations.
Over the duration of the course, you will study topics such as strategic HRM, employment law, and managing diversity, while also gaining practical insights through case studies and real-world projects. Students will learn how to support and lead workforce development, understand legal and ethical issues, and apply HR knowledge in practical settings. The course is approved by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), providing a significant advantage in HR careers.
Students learn through a combination of lectures, group work, seminars, and applied projects. Assessment methods include coursework, presentations, practical assignments, and a final research dissertation.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirement:
Applicants typically require a 2:2 honours degree or equivalent in any subject.
English Proficiency:
International students must demonstrate English proficiency through tests such as IELTS (minimum score of 6.5 overall with no less than 5.5 in each component).
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
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.
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MSc Human Resource Management from Swansea University often pursue careers in:
- HR Business Partner
- Consultant
- Talent Manager
- Training Advisor
- HR Policy Advisor
Cost of study
For the 2025/26 academic year, the annual tuition fee for MSc Human Resource Management at Swansea University is £22,750 for international students. Additional costs may apply for textbooks, field trips, or professional development resources.
Admission
Applications for the MSc Human Resource Management at Swansea University can be submitted online through the university's admissions portal. Applicants can contact our trained counsellors for guidance on the application process.
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