University of the West of Scotland

Overview

Embark on a transformative journey with the Business with Human Resource Management (Hons) degree at the University of the West of Scotland. This programme equips you with a robust foundation in business principles while allowing you to specialize in Human Resource Management. Designed for the dynamic demands of modern workplaces, you will cultivate essential people-management skills alongside practical business acumen, including AI-informed decision-making and entrepreneurial thinking.

What you'll study

The curriculum is structured to integrate core business concepts with specialized HRM modules, offering a comprehensive educational experience. Students engage in a variety of assessments, such as essays, reports, presentations, and applied projects.

Core business and organisational modules

• Understanding Organisations in Business and Society
• Creating Sustainable Business
• Operations Management
• Organisational Behaviour

HRM and people-focused modules

• People Management

Entrepreneurship and applied learning

• Entrepreneurial Thought and Action

Capstone / final assessment

In your final year, you will undertake a capstone project that synthesizes your learning in business and HRM, culminating in an applied project or extended assignment that showcases your knowledge and skills.

Optional modules

Depending on availability, you may have the chance to select additional modules tailored to your interests within the fields of business and HRM.

Entry requirements

Admission to the programme is based on UK qualifications and UCAS Tariff points. Typical entry requirements may include:

• Standard entry: BBBB (108 UCAS Tariff points)
• Minimum entry: CCC (63 UCAS Tariff points)

Accepted qualifications encompass A Levels, T Levels, the Irish Leaving Certificate, the International Baccalaureate (IB), the Scottish Wider Access Programme (SWAP), and the BTEC Extended Diploma.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Business with HRM (Hons) programme are well-prepared for a variety of roles in the business world. As organizations increasingly value effective people management, your skills will be in high demand across diverse sectors. Potential career pathways include HR management, recruitment, organizational development, and business consultancy. Additionally, the knowledge gained from this degree will empower you to navigate the complexities of modern workplaces and contribute to organizational success.