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Business Management and Human Resource Management with Placement Year

University of Southampton

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site - Highfield Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary


Summary

People shape every organisation. At Southampton, you will explore how effective human resource management supports performance, builds culture and drives long-term success.This four-year degree develops the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to manage people with confidence. You will explore key areas of human resource management, with a focus on ethical, responsible and sustainable practices that reflect the realities of modern workplaces.Mapped to the CIPD Profession Map at Associate level, the course aligns with industry standards and prepares you for a career in HR and related fields. In your third year, you will complete a paid industry placement, giving you the opportunity to apply your learning in a professional environment and gain valuable experience.


Key features of the course

- Work towards professional recognition - The course is mapped to the CIPD Profession Map at Associate level, supporting your development as an HR professional.- Take your learning into the workplace with a paid placement year - Supported by an award-winning placements team, you will gain practical experience and build your confidence.- Focus on responsible practice - Explore ethical, sustainable and people-focused approaches to human resource management.- Learn from leading research - Your teaching is informed by world-leading academic research in HR and organisational behaviour.- Build a strong foundation in HR - Study core topics such as employee relations, talent management and organisational behaviour.- Develop skills for diverse workplaces - Learn how to manage people effectively across a range of organisational contexts.


Student support

Your Personal Academic Tutor (PAT) will support you throughout your time at Southampton, offering guidance on your studies, career planning and wellbeing. You will also have access to a range of academic and pastoral support services.


Further information

Graduates from this programme go on to careers across the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. Roles include management consultant, business analyst and human resources specialist, with employers such as Barclays, IBM and Opus Energy.Your placement year provides valuable experience and networking opportunities, helping you make a confident transition into the workplace.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 26,200per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

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University information

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

  • University League Table

    15th

  • Campus address

    Main Site - Highfield Campus, University Road , Highfield, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1BJ, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Business & Management Studies

    25th out of 124 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 212
    130 62%

    35th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    83.0 83%

    15th

    14

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.07 77%

    91st

    1

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