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MSc Human Resource Management at University of Strathclyde

University of Strathclyde, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The MSc Human Resource Management develops advanced knowledge of the HR function in organisations, mixing theory and practice in the study of organisations and the management of work. It is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), leading to Associate Membership eligibility.

Faculty: Strathclyde Business School  |  Department: Department of Work, Employment & Organisation  |  Duration: 12 months full-time  |  Intake: September  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core classes cover business skills, contemporary employment relations, critical issues in HRM, employee reward, HRM in a business context, leading, managing and developing people, people resourcing and research methods, with one elective from Labour and Diversity in a Global Context or Managing HR in Multinationals. In semester 2 students complete an integrated dissertation and research report on an HR issue in an organisation, with an optional 8-10 week placement.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum second-class Honours degree, or overseas equivalent, in a social science or business-related subject. Meeting the minimum requirement does not guarantee acceptance. International applicants who do not meet the academic requirement can take the Pre-Masters Preparation Course. Applicants whose first language is not English: IELTS 6.5 overall with no component below 5.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 15,050 a year (2026/27). Full-time MSc rate (table row covers MSC/PGDIP); Scotland and rest of UK Source

International applicants: GBP 30,950 a year (2026/27). Full-time MSc rate (table row covers MSC/PGDIP) Source

Intake: September

Duration: 12 months full-time

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