Program Overview

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Human Resource Management with Law

The University of Bedfordshire offers a BSc (Hons) in Human Resource Management with Law, a course that equips students with the knowledge, skills, and behaviors necessary for a career in human resource management. This course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), providing students with access to Level 5 accreditation and increasing their employability in the HRM profession.

About the Course

This course explores key areas of human resource management, including talent management, leadership and motivation, data management and interpretation, and employee relations. The additional law element ensures that students have a good understanding of areas such as employment contracts and immigration, enabling them to manage people effectively within relevant legal frameworks.

Course Structure

The course is typically taken over three years, with the option to add a foundation year or a year in industry. The foundation year provides an opportunity for students to build up their academic writing skills and numeracy, while the year in industry offers practical experience and the chance to apply theoretical knowledge in a real-world setting.

Year 1

In the first year, students study modules such as:

• Applied numeracy for business
• English legal system
• Beginning your professional business journey
• Human resource management foundations
• The role of HR in the digital age

Year 2

In the second year, students explore topics including:

• Employability and the future workplace
• Employment law
• Immigration and asylum law
• Data and research methods for business
• Innovative practice in HRM and HRD
• The strategic context of HRM
• Employment relations

Year 3

The final year focuses on:

• Developing professional human resource management practice
• Management and leadership
• Contemporary issues in the workplace
• HR analytics and data
• Business project

Assessment

Assessment methods vary and include reports, presentations, time-limited tasks, academic writing, appraisals, projects, and exams. The course emphasizes the demonstration of practical HRM skills, critical thinking, and the application of theoretical knowledge to real-world problems.

Careers

Graduates of this course are well-prepared for careers in specialist human resource management roles or professional business and management environments, both nationally and internationally. The additional legal expertise gained through this course can also lead to opportunities in legal assistant roles, training and development, careers advice, mediation, recruitment, management consultancy, and counseling.

Entry Requirements

The standard entry requirements include 48 UCAS tariff points, including 32 from at least one A-level or equivalent. For international students, the requirements may vary depending on the country of origin and the qualifications held.

Fees

The tuition fees for the academic year 2026/27 are £9,790 per year for UK students and £16,900 per year for international students. There are also scholarships and bursaries available to support students through their studies.

Facilities and Support

The University of Bedfordshire provides a range of facilities and support services to enhance the student experience, including the Campus Centre, which houses the Students' Union and various study spaces; the Luton campus library, offering a comfortable and inclusive learning environment; and the Aspire Gym and Get Active activities, promoting physical well-being and fitness. The University also offers accommodation options, such as Fitzroy Court, which provides a convenient and secure living environment for students.