BA (Hons) BUSINESS AND HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT WITH A YEAR IN INDUSTRY
BA (HONS) BUSINESS AND HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT WITH A YEAR IN INDUSTRY
In a services-dominated economy, the biggest asset organisations possess is their people. Managing them, keeping them motivated, planning their training needs & career paths and rewarding their success are all key to running a successful organisation.
Which explains why a great HR function can make such a difference. This degree will teach you all about HR management within the broader context of other key management disciplines.
Managing a ‘live’ HR project is just one experience which will help enhance your CV and give you a competitive edge with employers.
Norwich Business School at UEA was ranked 14th overall for research quality in Business and Management Studies in the Times Higher Education REF 2021 Analysis.
Our BA Business and Human Resource Management with a Year in Industry is ranked in the top 20 for Business and Management by 'The Guardian University Guide 2023'.
About
Prepare for a career getting the best out of people with a degree in business and human resource management. This degree, offered by Norwich Business School (NBS), in the Social Sciences Faculty at UEA, will prepare you to work within businesses – in general management, consultancy, and the human resource function.
The course is designed to allow flexibility in what you study, while providing a clear focus on the realm of people management. People are often claimed to be a key source of competitive advantage in business, and through this course you will discover why this is the case and how people can transform organisations. You’ll also develop the skills necessary to manage people effectively in organisations, and get the chance to work socially with others on your course.
At UEA, we focus on evidence-based management. You’ll learn to pose questions and challenge assumptions, as well as how to use evidence to make your own decisions and back them up.
NBS is a friendly and supportive school, with a lively and international cohort. We are in a region that’s safe and welcoming, with a thriving business innovation and enterprise community. All our teaching is informed by our world-leading research and real-world business experience. That means you’ll gain knowledge of the latest issues and debates facing industry and employers.

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Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the courses listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the regular review of course programmes. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes, there will normally be prior consultation of students and others. Changes may for example consist of variations to the content and method of delivery of programmes, courses and other services, to discontinue programmes, courses and other services and to merge or combine programmes or courses. The University will endeavour to keep such changes to a minimum, and will inform students.Accreditation
This course offers dual accreditation from the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). When you successfully complete this programme, you will receive the CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership and gain CMI membership for the duration of your studies. As part of this CMI accreditation, you will also receive Foundation Chartered Manager status, starting you on your journey to Chartered Manager.

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Placement Year and Study Abroad
You’ll spend your third year working in a reputable organisation in a relevant sector. This will give you valuable work experience and the chance to build your professional skills and confidence, which is a great advantage in today’s competitive job market. You will return to UEA in the fourth year to complete your studies.
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After the Course
In an ever-changing and increasingly complex world, one thing is certain: NBS is where great business careers begin. Our degrees have a proven track record of leading to successful careers in management.
With this course, whether you want to excel within a large organisation or bring big ideas to a small business, your degree will provide a springboard for future success. After studying both the wider spheres of business and the specialist realm of human resource management, you will be able to choose a career in general management, or a more focused career in people operations. And whatever career choices you make, you can be confident that you will excel using the management skills you have acquired.
To that end, you could work in any industry, from manufacturing to retail, to the service industries, media, arts, entertainment, sport and more, at major multinationals or small to medium-sized companies.
Career destinations
A degree at UEA will prepare you for a wide variety of careers. We've been ranked 1st for Job Prospects by StudentCrowd in 2022.

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Assessment for Year 1
Within NBS, the assessment of learning generally comprises a mix of coursework and examination. For this degree, coursework will encompass individual and group-based assessment and target both theoretical and practical, skills-based learning. Formative and summative assessment will include written essays, presentations, case studies, online tests, reports and practical management projects. Examinations will assess learning from both theoretical and practice perspectives.
At NBS, feedback is viewed as a significantly important mechanism for student engagement and future learning. You will be given feedback via a variety of approaches depending on the nature of assessment, though it will be prompt, accessible, developmental and future-oriented.
Assessment for Year 2
Within NBS, the assessment of learning generally comprises a mix of coursework and examination. For this degree, coursework will encompass individual and group-based assessment and target both theoretical and practical, skills-based learning. Formative and summative assessment will include written essays, presentations, case studies, online tests, reports and practical management projects. Examinations will assess learning from both theoretical and practice perspectives.
At NBS, feedback is viewed as a significantly important mechanism for student engagement and future learning. You will be given feedback via a variety of approaches depending on the nature of assessment, though it will be prompt, accessible, developmental and future-oriented.
Assessment for Year 3
Within NBS, the assessment of learning generally comprises a mix of coursework and examination. For this degree, coursework will encompass individual and group-based assessment and target both theoretical and practical, skills-based learning. Formative and summative assessment will include written essays, presentations, case studies, online tests, reports and practical management projects. Examinations will assess learning from both theoretical and practice perspectives.
At NBS, feedback is viewed as a significantly important mechanism for student engagement and future learning. You will be given feedback via a variety of approaches depending on the nature of assessment, though it will be prompt, accessible, developmental and future-oriented.
Assessment for Year 4
Within NBS, the assessment of learning generally comprises a mix of coursework and examination. For this degree, coursework will encompass individual and group-based assessment and target both theoretical and practical, skills-based learning. Formative and summative assessment will include written essays, presentations, case studies, online tests, reports and practical management projects. Examinations will assess learning from both theoretical and practice perspectives.
At NBS, feedback is viewed as a significantly important mechanism for student engagement and future learning. You will be given feedback via a variety of approaches depending on the nature of assessment, though it will be prompt, accessible, developmental and future-oriented.
Assessment for Year 1
Within NBS, the assessment of learning generally comprises a mix of coursework and examination. For this degree, coursework will encompass individual and group-based assessment and target both theoretical and practical, skills-based learning. Formative and summative assessment will include written essays, presentations, case studies, online tests, reports and practical management projects. Examinations will assess learning from both theoretical and practice perspectives.
At NBS, feedback is viewed as a significantly important mechanism for student engagement and future learning. You will be given feedback via a variety of approaches depending on the nature of assessment, though it will be prompt, accessible, developmental and future-oriented.
Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring and review of modules. Where this activity leads to significant change to a programme and modules, the University will endeavour to consult with affected students. The University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. Availability of optional modules may be restricted owing to timetabling, lack of demand, or limited places. Where this is the case, you will be asked to make alternative module choices and you will be supported during this process.When selecting modules from an option range, please ensure that you satisfy the rule requirements to take that module i.e. having taken a pre-requisite module. You can only choose 20 credits worth of PPL modules per year. You can only choose 20 credits worth of level 4 modules in Year 2.
Assessment for Year 2
Within NBS, the assessment of learning generally comprises a mix of coursework and examination. For this degree, coursework will encompass individual and group-based assessment and target both theoretical and practical, skills-based learning. Formative and summative assessment will include written essays, presentations, case studies, online tests, reports and practical management projects. Examinations will assess learning from both theoretical and practice perspectives.
At NBS, feedback is viewed as a significantly important mechanism for student engagement and future learning. You will be given feedback via a variety of approaches depending on the nature of assessment, though it will be prompt, accessible, developmental and future-oriented.
Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring and review of modules. Where this activity leads to significant change to a programme and modules, the University will endeavour to consult with affected students. The University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. Availability of optional modules may be restricted owing to timetabling, lack of demand, or limited places. Where this is the case, you will be asked to make alternative module choices and you will be supported during this process.Assessment for Year 3
Within NBS, the assessment of learning generally comprises a mix of coursework and examination. For this degree, coursework will encompass individual and group-based assessment and target both theoretical and practical, skills-based learning. Formative and summative assessment will include written essays, presentations, case studies, online tests, reports and practical management projects. Examinations will assess learning from both theoretical and practice perspectives.
At NBS, feedback is viewed as a significantly important mechanism for student engagement and future learning. You will be given feedback via a variety of approaches depending on the nature of assessment, though it will be prompt, accessible, developmental and future-oriented.
Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring and review of modules. Where this activity leads to significant change to a programme and modules, the University will endeavour to consult with affected students. The University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. Availability of optional modules may be restricted owing to timetabling, lack of demand, or limited places. Where this is the case, you will be asked to make alternative module choices and you will be supported during this process.When selecting modules from an option range, please ensure that you satisfy the rule requirements to take that module i.e. having taken a pre-requisite module. You can only choose 20 credits worth of PPL modules per year. You can only choose 20 credits worth of level 5 modules in Year 3.
Assessment for Year 4
Within NBS, the assessment of learning generally comprises a mix of coursework and examination. For this degree, coursework will encompass individual and group-based assessment and target both theoretical and practical, skills-based learning. Formative and summative assessment will include written essays, presentations, case studies, online tests, reports and practical management projects. Examinations will assess learning from both theoretical and practice perspectives.
At NBS, feedback is viewed as a significantly important mechanism for student engagement and future learning. You will be given feedback via a variety of approaches depending on the nature of assessment, though it will be prompt, accessible, developmental and future-oriented.
Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring and review of modules. Where this activity leads to significant change to a programme and modules, the University will endeavour to consult with affected students. The University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. Availability of optional modules may be restricted owing to timetabling, lack of demand, or limited places. Where this is the case, you will be asked to make alternative module choices and you will be supported during this process.Entry Requirements
A Levels
ABB excluding General StudiesT Levels
Obtain an overall Pass including a B in the core of the T Level and a Distinction in the Occupational Specialism. Acceptable subjects are: Digital Business Services, Digital Support Services, Science.BTEC
DDM excluding BTEC Public Services, BTEC Uniformed Services and BTEC Business AdministrationScottish highers
AAABBScottish highers advanced
BCCIrish leaving certificate
3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3Access course
Pass Access to HE Diploma with Distinction in 30 credits at Level 3 and Merit in 15 credits at Level 3European Baccalaureate
75%International Baccalaureate
32 pointsGCSE offer
You are required to have Mathematics and English Language at a minimum of Grade C or Grade 4 or above at GCSE.
Additional entry requirements
UEA are committed to ensuring that Higher Education is accessible to all, regardless of their background or experiences. One of the ways we do this is through our contextual admissions schemes.
We welcome and value a wide range of alternative qualifications. If you have a qualification which is not listed here, please contact us via Admissions Enquiries.
Important note
Once enrolled onto your course at UEA, your progression and continuation (which may include your eligibility for study abroad, overseas experience, placement or year in industry opportunities) is contingent on meeting the assessment requirements which are relevant to the course on which you are enrolled.
International Requirements
We accept many international qualifications for entry to this course. View our International Students pages for specific information about your country.
INTO University of East Anglia
If you do not meet the academic and/or English requirements for direct entry our partner, INTO UEA, offers progression on to this undergraduate degree upon successful completion of the following preparation programme:
International Foundation in Business, Economics, Society and Culture (for Year 1 entry to UEA)
Students for whom english is a foreign language
Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading):
- IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components) for year 1 entry
We also accept a number of other English language tests. Review our English Language Equivalencies for a list of example qualifications that we may accept to meet this requirement.
If you do not yet meet the English language requirements for this course, INTO UEA offer a variety of English language programmes which are designed to help you develop the English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study:
Interviews
Most applicants will not be called for an interview and a decision will be made via UCAS Track. However, for some applicants an interview will be requested. Where an interview is required the Admissions Service will contact you directly to arrange a time.
Gap year
We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year. We believe that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry on your UCAS application.
Intakes
This course is open to UK and International applicants. The annual intake is in September each year.

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Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
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Scholarships and Bursaries
We are committed to ensuring that costs do not act as a barrier to those aspiring to come to a world leading university and have developed a funding package to reward those with excellent qualifications and assist those from lower income backgrounds. View our range of Scholarships for eligibility, details of how to apply and closing dates.
Course related costs
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How to Apply
Apply for this course through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Services (UCAS), using UCAS Hub.
UCAS Hub is a secure online application system that allows you to apply for full-time undergraduate courses at universities and colleges in the United Kingdom.
Your application does not have to be completed all at once. Register or sign in to UCAS to get started.
Once you submit your completed application, UCAS will process it and send it to your chosen universities and colleges.
The Institution code for the University of East Anglia is E14.
View our guide to applying through UCAS for useful tips, key dates and further information:

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