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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

Human Resource Management Programmes

Human Resource Management Programmes

Study Period

Intake

Application
Deadline

Course
Start Date

Course Fee

University of
Leicester
Brochures

MSc in Human Resource Management and Training

2 - 2.5 years

Oct / Apr

15 Sept

6 Oct

£10,950

 

BSc in Human Resource Management

 36 months

Oct / Apr

15 Sept

6 Oct

£10,950

  
 

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

Oct / Apr

15 Sept

6 Oct

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

Human Resource Management Programmes

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

Human Resource

Museum Studies Programmes

 

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

  • Academic qualifications and transcripts;

  • Personal Statement;

  • Proof of English language competency (e.g. IELTS 6.5; 90 (IBT); the University of Leicester English Language Test);

  • 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 BSc in Human Resource Management programme)
     

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