MSc Human Resource Management at Cardiff Metropolitan University

Programme overview

A CIPD-approved master's programme in human resource management delivered at the Llandaff Campus by Cardiff School of Management. It examines the delivery of HRM at strategic and operational level, applying current business concepts to real organisational settings. Successful completion of the full master's gives eligibility for Associate membership of the CIPD.

Faculty: Cardiff School of Management | Duration: 1 year full time | Intake: September and January intakes (start date 2027) | Location: Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

180 credits: 120 credits of compulsory taught modules (Contemporary Issues in People Management, Change Leadership and Professional Development, Resourcing and Talent Management, Contemporary Employee Relations, Developing and Rewarding People, Research Skills and Analytics) plus a 60-credit Masters Dissertation. PG Certificate (60 credits) and PG Diploma (120 credits) exit awards are available.

Career pathways

Entry into or progression within a career in HRM, and other managerial and leadership roles that value strong people management.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A relevant first degree or equivalent at Lower Second class (2:2) or above, evidenced and verified, with references sought; management or HR experience is desirable but not essential. A minimum of one reference is required with the application. Selection is by application form and, where necessary, interview. International applicants whose first language is not English need IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,000 for the whole programme (2026/27). Full-time home Postgraduate Masters (including MRes) fee as listed; period not stated in the table. Source

International applicants: GBP 17,600 for the whole programme (2026/27). Full-time international Postgraduate Masters (including MRes) fee as listed. Source

Intake: September and January intakes (start date 2027)

Duration: 1 year full time

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