Direct answer
The University of Exeter lists the MSc Human Resource Management (also offered as a PgDip) under its Business and Management masters courses. The official programme page confirms it is a postgraduate taught degree, but the specific academic entry requirements for Chinese applicants and the exact English language score are not detailed on the supplied pages. The university directs applicants to its separate Masters entry requirements and English language requirements pages, which are not included in the supplied evidence. Therefore, the precise Chinese qualification equivalencies and IELTS/TOEFL scores require a live recheck on the official Exeter website.
Programme overview
The MSc Human Resource Management is a postgraduate taught programme within the University of Exeter Business School. The official course listing page places it under the “Business and Management” subject area. The programme is available as a full MSc and as a Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip).
A full MSc programme at Exeter consists of 180 credits. The university explains that a PgDip covers 120 credits of taught modules, omitting the dissertation element. The supplied evidence does not specify the modules, duration, or specific structure of the Human Resource Management programme.
University context
The University of Exeter is a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive UK universities, as confirmed on its international student pages. The university is home to 30,000 students, including 7,000 international students from over 150 countries. Its teaching and learning was rated Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023.
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Entry requirements framework
The official programme page does not list specific entry requirements for the MSc Human Resource Management. It directs users to a separate “Masters entry requirements” page, which is not supplied in the evidence. The international student section for China also does not provide country-specific academic equivalencies on the supplied page.
The university states that a Masters degree is a Level 7 qualification on the UK National Qualifications Framework, sitting above a Bachelors degree. The evidence confirms that Exeter accepts a range of international qualifications, but the exact Chinese degree classification or GPA required for this programme is unverified in the supplied sources.
English language requirements
The official evidence does not specify the English language profile or minimum test scores for the MSc Human Resource Management. The university’s FAQ section states that applicants with an English language condition must send a test certificate meeting the requirements specified in their offer letter. It directs users to a separate “English Language requirements” page for details on acceptable tests and scores.
This information requires a live recheck on the Exeter website. The supplied pages do not confirm whether this programme requires an IELTS score of 6.5, 7.0, or another band, nor do they list accepted alternative tests.
Application process
Applications for Masters programmes at Exeter are submitted directly to the university. The official pages confirm that applicants can track their application status through an online portal called The Gateway. Details on how to access The Gateway are included in the application acknowledgement email.
Once an offer is made, applicants can accept it through The Gateway. The university notes that a tuition fee deposit may be required to secure a place, with the deposit amount and deadline stated in the offer letter. The evidence does not specify the deposit amount for this programme.
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International student support
Exeter provides dedicated support for its 7,000-strong international student community. The university’s International Student Experience Strategy follows the five themes of the UKCISA #WeAreInternational Student Charter, covering support from pre-arrival through to post-graduation.
The university offers immigration and visa guidance, with a specific visa FAQs page for prospective students. The International Study Centre provides pathway programmes, including Pre-Masters courses, for students who do not yet meet the academic or English language requirements for direct entry.
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What the official page does not confirm
The supplied evidence has significant gaps that require live rechecking on the University of Exeter website:
- Chinese qualification equivalencies: No specific GPA or degree classification requirements for Chinese bachelor’s degrees are listed on the supplied pages.
- English language scores: No IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, or other test scores are provided for this programme.
- Application deadlines: No specific deadlines for the MSc Human Resource Management are mentioned.
- Tuition fees: The programme-specific fee is not stated on the supplied pages.
- Module details: The course curriculum, core modules, and optional modules are not included in the evidence.
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FAQ
Is the MSc Human Resource Management available as a PgDip?
Yes. The official course listing shows the programme as “MSc/PgDip Human Resource Management.” A PgDip covers 120 credits of taught modules without the dissertation, while the full MSc requires 180 credits including the dissertation.
What is the difference between an MSc and an MA at Exeter?
According to the university, MSc programmes are typically in STEM subjects but also appear in social sciences and business where the course involves quantitative data analysis. MA programmes are normally in social science, arts and humanities, and business subjects. The Human Resource Management programme is classified as an MSc.
Can international students study this programme part-time?
Exeter states that most Masters programmes are available for part-time study, lasting roughly twice as long as the full-time option. However, the university notes that international students are subject to visa regulations which normally prevent part-time study unless it is by distance-learning or online.
Does Exeter offer pathway programmes for students who do not meet entry requirements?
Yes. The University of Exeter International Study Centre offers Pre-Masters programmes and Pre-sessional English courses for international students who do not meet the academic or English language requirements for direct entry.
How do I accept an offer for this programme?
Offers are accepted through The Gateway online portal. The university’s FAQ confirms that applicants may also need to pay a tuition fee deposit by a stated deadline to secure their place.
Where can I find the exact entry requirements for Chinese applicants?
The supplied official pages do not contain the specific academic equivalencies for Chinese qualifications. Applicants must consult the dedicated “Masters entry requirements” and “Your country – China” pages on the University of Exeter website for the current requirements.