BSc (Hons) (with placement)

Human Resources and Business Management

Learn more about studying Human Resources and Business Management as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Degree type
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    4 years
  • Delivery method
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    23,500GBP
  • Start date
    Sep
  • University ranking
    #395

Program overview

What Aston University says about their program:

The Human Resources and Business Management BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree offered at Aston University. This programme is designed to equip students with the skills needed for careers in human resources and business management.

The curriculum includes a diverse range of modules that allow students to choose between a business management role or a specialized human resources role upon graduation. Students will benefit from first-class teaching and insights from experienced lecturers, including HR specialists and industry professionals.

This programme is ideal for those looking to pursue careers in various sectors, including public, private, and third sectors. Graduates will gain associate membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Development (CIPD), enhancing their employability in roles such as recruitment consultant, HR generalist, and management trainee.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of high school/ secondary education

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of a bachelor's degree (four or five years) in a suitable subject from a recognised university with a minimum grade of Second Class Honours Lower Division (2

    2) or equivalent.

English proficiency

English proficiency is required; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent.

Documents required

  • Passport
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Degree certificate or diploma
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Statement of purpose or personal statement
  • Recommendation letters
  • Finance proof
  • Translations
  • Credential evaluations
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Scholarships at Aston University

  • Ferguson Scholarship

    Official page

    Full-tuition scholarship with a living-cost contribution for eligible students from Africa and India entering specified Aston programmes.

  • Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship

    Official page

    Aston's most prestigious international scholarship, available to undergraduate and postgraduate students who can show exceptional academic results and broader achievement.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

Aston University provides fee information that can help students understand how study costs may be structured or may vary across options. Aston University encourages students to review official funding and financial-support information to confirm what cost guidance or support may be available.

Fee information

Undergraduate Pathway

- IELTS 5.5 (at least 5.0 in all skills): 2 terms - £15,780 - IELTS 5.0 (at least 4.5 in all skills): 2.5 terms - £17,970 - IELTS 4.5 (at least 4.0 in all skills): 3 terms - £17,970 - IELTS 4.0 (at least 4.0 in all skills): 3.5 terms - £20,960

Graduate Pathway

- IELTS 5.5 (at least 5.0 in all skills): 2 terms - £18,710 - IELTS 5.0 (at least 5.0 in all skills): 2.5 terms - £20,475 - IELTS 5.0 (at least 4.5 in all skills): 3 terms - £20,475 - IELTS 4.5 (at least 4.5 in all skills): 3.5 terms - £23,880 - IELTS 4.5 (at least 4.0 in all skills): 4 terms - £26,320
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What is the cost of living near Aston University?

Category Cost  (in British Pound Sterling)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre£933
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre£717
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)£153
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)£32
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)£16· Birmingham average
Monthly public transport pass£69
Monthly grocery basket£131
Books and study supplies (monthly)£20
Coffee shop drink£4
Cinema or cultural event ticket£11
Gym membership£26

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced), numbeo.com (Crowdsourced) and savethestudent.org (Editorial estimate).

Visa requirements for Aston University

Navigating the visa process is a crucial step in your study abroad journey. Make sure to seek guidance and support to ensure you meet all necessary requirements for your time at Aston University.

UK student visa requirements