Business and Human Resource Management BA (Hons)
University of the West of England
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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People are the most important asset in any organisation, making effective employee management crucial in a global economy. Our BA(Hons) Business and Human Resource Management course covers key business disciplines with a focus on Human Resource Management (HRM).You’ll apply theory to real-world HRM issues, specialising in areas like recruitment, rewards, HR systems, learning and professional development, performance management, and sustainable management of organisations. The curriculum ...Read more

People are the most important asset in any organisation, making effective employee management crucial in a global economy. Our BA(Hons) Business and Human Resource Management course covers key business disciplines with a focus on Human Resource Management (HRM).You’ll apply theory to real-world HRM issues, specialising in areas like recruitment, rewards, HR systems, learning and professional development, performance management, and sustainable management of organisations. The curriculum challenges your thinking, developing your specialist knowledge of people at work and how organisations manage their human capital. Engage with industry professionals through fieldwork, pitches, and guest lectures.From day one, you’ll participate in real-world learning experiences through our Professional Practice Stream, working with mentors and tutors to build a portfolio for potential employers. In your final year, real-world practice modules, including a client project, will enhance your CV and prepare you for the professional world. Opportunities for experience are also available through placements, study abroad, and live briefs.This degree opens doors to careers in HR and business management. You’ll use industry-standard HR systems and collaborate with local experts, gaining the skills and recognition needed to thrive in HRM. Graduates have secured roles at leading companies like IBM and the NHS.

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
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81/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
65th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
75th
Business Studies
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 91 = 9% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
9%
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Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
87%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Business Studies graduate salary at this uni
£22,000
UK Business Studies graduate salary
£21,000
Human Resource Management
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 85 = 15% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
15%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
90%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Human Resource Management graduate salary at this uni
£22,000
UK Human Resource Management graduate salary
£21,000
What students say
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Rebecca
27 Jan 25

There’s so many well kept study areas, places to socialise and it’s very inclusive in available food and activities it provides...Read more

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Holly
27 Nov 24

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Business Studies

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Business Studies
57%
Economics
20%
Psychology
19%
Geography
17%
History
14%
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Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Business Studies
40%
Psychology
17%
Geography
17%
Sociology
15%
Economics
15%
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Rebecca
27 Jan 25
Business and Human Resource Management (with Foundation Year) BA (Hons)
There’s so many well kept study areas, places to socialise and it’s very inclusive in available food and activities it provides....
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Holly
27 Nov 24
Business and Human Resource Management BA (Hons)
Great uni with great...
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University of the West of England , Bristol

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