BA (Hons) Business and Human Resource Management at University of Sunderland

Programme overview

This course focuses on the practical skills outlined in the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) Professional Map. Please note, CIPD accreditation is only available if you study the full-time, three-year course. This course is also available to study through our Global Partnerships.

Department: Business and Management | Duration: 3 years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2026, January 2027 | Location: Sunderland, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Important information about direct entry: Students who join this course by direct entry into Year 2 or Year 3 are not eligible for CIPD accreditation. CIPD accreditation is only available to students who complete the full-time, three-year degree.

Career pathways

Compared to our core BA (Hons) Business and Management course, there's a greater focus on how to inspire and develop people in an effective way. You'll gain the necessary skills to manage the evolving function of HR (including modern, individualised contractual employment relationships that are often managed remotely and digitally) in an authentic, transparent, and ethical manner.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Our typical offer is 96-112 UCAS Tariff points, from a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A Levels; T Levels; BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas; Scottish and Irish Highers; Access to HE Diplomas; The International Baccalaureate. We accept a maximum of 6 points from Level 3 Key Skills qualifications. You also need three passes at GCSE grade C or above. This must include maths and English language, or a minimum of Level 2 Key Skills in Communication and Application of Number. If you've studied for a GCSE that has a numerical grade, you'll need to achieve a grade 4 or above.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time fee as listed for this course Source

International applicants: GBP 17,500 a year (2026/27). Full-time fee as listed for this course Source

Intake: September 2026, January 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.sunderland.ac.uk/undergraduate/ba-hons-business-human-resource-management#apply

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