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  • The University of Leicester is a leading UK university committed to international excellence through the creation of world changing research and high quality, inspirational teaching.

  • The University of Leicester is ranked 27th in the UK and 219th in the world out of over 1,000 institutions (Times Higher Education 2024 World University Rankings). 

  • The University of Leicester is ranked top 30 in the UK for research (2021 Research Excellence Framework); ranking 2nd in Clinical Medicine, 5th in Archaeology, 2nd in Sports Science, 2nd in History and 3rd in Museum Studies.

  • The University of Leicester is ranked in the top 10 of UK universities that produce the most CEOs, according to research conducted by Emolument.

 

Distance and Online Learning with the University of Leicester

  • The University of Leicester has over 30 years’ experience of offering high quality distance and online learning courses. Over 40,000 students have graduated from the University of Leicester distance and online learning courses.

  • As a major provider of distance and online learning courses, the University of Leicester combines high quality teaching with a vast choice of subjects and consistent value for money.

  • The University of Leicester's courses are internationally renowned and students come from 170 culturally diverse countries, many of whom are supported by the extensive network of partners across the world. 

 

University of Leicester and HKU SPACE

  • HKU SPACE has collaborated with the University of Leicester to provide learning and administrative support to a wide range of Doctor, Master and Bachelor degrees programmes. Academic disciplines include Business Administration, Finance, Human Resource Management, Marketing and Museum Studies.

  • HKU SPACE provides a one-stop service for admission to the distance and online learning courses of the University of Leicester. These services are offered for the convenience of all Hong Kong applicants whether or not they are HKU SPACE students.

Programmes

Business and Management Programme

Business and Management Programme

Study Period

Intake

Application
Deadline

Course
Start Date

Course Fee

University of
Leicester
Brochures 

Master of Business Administration  AMBA   CMI

2 - 2.5 years

Apr / Oct

17 Mar

7 Apr

£19,150

Brochures
 

AMBAThe Leicester MBA is AMBA accredited so you can be confident in its quality. Being a Leicester MBA student provides you with free two-year AMBA membership for the duration of your studies. This will connect you with 223 accredited business schools world-wide and access to a rich resource of new industry contacts who live on every continent, helping you reach your full potential with your studies.

CMI
The University of Leicester has partnered with the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) to enable MBA students to obtain dual qualifications for their studies. New students will automatically receive a Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership from the CMI on completion of their MBA. Students also benefit from free membership to the CMI for the duration of their studies. 
 

Human Resource Management Programmes

Human Resource Management Programmes

Study Period

Intake

Application
Deadline

Course
Start Date

Course Fee

University of
Leicester
Brochures

Doctor of Social Science

4 - 6 years

May / Sep

15 Mar

30 May

£28,150

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MSc in Human Resource Management and Training

2 - 2.5 years

Apr / Oct

17 Mar

7 Apr

£10,700

 

BSc in Human Resource Management

 36 months

Apr / Oct

17 Mar

7 Apr

£10,700

  
 

Museum Studies Programmes

Museum Studies Programmes

Study Period

Intake

Application
Deadline

Course
Start Date

Course Fee

University of
Leicester
Brochures

Master of Arts in Museum Studies

2 years

Apr / Oct

3 Mar

7 Apr

MA/MSc:
£18,950

Master of Science in Museum Studies

Postgraduate Diploma in Museum Studies

1.5 years

Postgraduate
Diploma:£17,055

Postgraduate Certificate in Museum Studies

8.5 months

Postgraduate Certificate:

£9,475

 

For further information of the above courses, including the course structure and assessment methods, please see the relevant course page on the University of Leicester website, by clicking on to the appropriate course title above.

 

Non-local Higher and Professional Education (Regulation) Ordinance

These are exempted courses under the Non-local Higher and Professional Education (Regulation) Ordinance. It is a matter of discretion for individual employers to recognise any qualification to which these courses may lead.

 

The information included on this webpage is indicative of the course provision provided by the University of Leicester. Due to regular enhancement of the University’s courses, please refer to Leicester’s own website (https://le.ac.uk) and Terms and Conditions (https://le.ac.uk/policies/legal) for the most accurate and up-to-date course information. The University of Leicester recommends that you familiarise yourself with this information prior to submitting an application.

Entry Requirements

Business and Management Programme

Master of Business Administration
 

  • a good UK honours degree or equivalent or an acceptable professional qualification;

or

  • a postgraduate degree or diploma from a recognised institution;

and

  • satisfy the University's English Language Requirements (e.g. IELTS 6.5 (7.0 in writing preferred); 90 (IBT); the University of Leicester English Language Test);

  • at least three years’ relevant work experience in a supervisory, managerial or professional role(s) (for MBA applicants only). 

 

For MBA applicants who cannot fully meet the standard entry requirements but they satisfy the University's English Language Requirements and have five or more years of relevant work experience, applicants will require one of the following:

  • Completion of the MBA Admissions Assessment: this is a 400 word online essay completed in 1 hour which asks applicants to reflect on their relevant work experience and consider how the programme will benefit them. Applicants will then be invited to a 30 minutes welcome conversation via Skype with the MBA Director in which their essay with be discussed; 

or

  • A GMAT score of 550+ within the past 5 years. For information on taking GMAT, please see www.mba.com/global. 

 

Human Resource Management Programmes

Doctor of Social Science

  • a UK undergraduate (Bachelors) degree with at least first class or upper second class honours. The undergraduate qualification should normally be in a subject relevant to the subject of the PhD/MPhil;

and

  • evidence of a relevant Master’s degree, preferably at distinction level, together with a detailed outline of your initial research proposal. The validity and quality of the proposal will be of crucial significance in determining eligibility for entry;

or

  • an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution;

and

MSc Human Resource Management and Training

  • a good UK honours degree in a relevant field or equivalent;

or

  • an approved professional qualification with three years or more suitable professional experience;

and

  • satisfy the University's English Language Requirements (e.g. IELTS 6.5; 90 (IBT); the University of Leicester English Language Test).

BSc in Human Resource Management

  • Completion of the University of Leicester Diploma in Human Resource Management or Lifelong Learning and Industrial Relations (achieving an average of at least 45% overall);

or

  • an equivalent University of Leicester qualification (e.g. foundation degree); 

or

  • the University of Leicester will consider equivalent qualifications (in level and content) to the Diploma. Please note that the University of Leicester can only consider qualifications taken within the past five years from reputable academic institutions;

and

  • satisfy the University's English Language Requirements (e.g. IELTS 6.5; 90 (IBT); the University of Leicester English Language Test).

 

Museum Studies Programmes

Master of Arts / Master of Science /
Postgraduate Diploma /  Postgraduate Certificate in Museum Studies

  • a first or second class honours degree or equivalent, from a recognised university, together with evidence of engagement with, or commitment to, the museum/gallery/heritage sector (or appropriate transferable skills); 
    (The University of Leicester will consider candidates without an honours degree who have significant relevant work experience; applicants may be required to complete a written assessment as part of the application.)

and

  • satisfy the University's English Language Requirements (e.g. IELTS 6.5; 90 (IBT); the University of Leicester English Language Test).

 

English Language Requirement

If your first language is not English, you will need to satisfy the University’s English Language Requirement. For example:

  • IELTS 6.5; or

  • 90 (IBT); or

  • The University of Leicester English Language Test.

More information on the University’s English Requirements can be found at www.le.ac.uk/englishskills.

How to Apply

Apply in Person / by Post

Applicants should submit the completed application form together with the following documents to the University of Leicester Admissions Office at HKU SPACE

 

Address:

University of Leicester (Admissions Office)

HKU SPACE Admiralty Learning Centre

Room 313, 3/F, Admiralty Centre

18 Harcourt Road, Hong Kong
 

Tel:

3761 1121

Apply online directly with the University of Leicester

Application

Business and Management Programme

Human Resource Management Programmes

Museum Studies Programmes

 

Applicants will need to provide the following documents in support of your application:

  • Academic qualifications and transcripts;

  • Personal Statement/Research Proposal;

  • Proof of English language competency (e.g. IELTS 6.5; 90 (IBT); the University of Leicester English Language Test);
    (for Doctor of Social Science programme, please see the University's English Language Requirements for Research Degree Programmes)

  • Copy of Curriculum Vitae; 

  • Copy of ID card / Passport; and

  • One completed reference or name and contact detail of a referee from whom University of Leicester can request reference
    (for MBA and BSc in Human Resource Management programmes)
     

If applying online, applicants can upload electronic versions of your supporting documentation.

Contact Us

Address:

University of Leicester (Admissions Office)
HKU SPACE
Room 313, 3/F, Admiralty Centre
18 Harcourt Road

Hong Kong

Tel:

3761 1121

Email:

leicester@hkuspace.hku.hk

Opening Hours:

Monday - Friday: 9:00 am to 7:30 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Sunday and Public Holiday: Closed