UK

Why study in UK?

UK is one of the internationally respected destinations for studies to students around the world and also for students in Nepal. The world class academic degrees, top ranking Universities in the world, popular lifestyles, the genius and notable personalities from different fields are enough proof to state that UK is at pinnacle for abroad studies.

For Nepalese students, also UK as a study destination is the most sought after, because of education standard, quick education which is up to date on scientific research and innovations, job advancements, scholarships, health care, the British culture and atmosphere, and also being placed well geographically in the Europe continent. UK is favorable for students due to work during work up to twenty hours per week, post study work option and also broad work opportunities to have a balanced lifestyle while in the UK.

Key Facts to study in UK

• Inorder to study in UK a student should have a valid passport, visa and admission to the UK University to go and study.
• For scholarships to study in UK there are certain research programs and popular government scholarship programs like Chevening scholarship, Commonwealth scholarship and fellowship, GREAT scholarship, Scotland Saltire Scholarship that can be applied.
• UK has intakes in Autumn/Fall from September to December, January to February Spring intake and April to June Summer intakes.
• Upto two years study gap period is commonly accepted in UK.
• Proof of Funding to international students is crucial that covers living, tuition fees and other related expenses.
• It is a great place to build a career with flexible work study hours.
• The applicant should be at least 16 years of age to apply for student VISA to study in UK.
• Two parallel frameworks for higher education qualifications of UK awarded degree are there which are Framework for higher education qualification (FHEQ) in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and Framework for Qualifications for Higher Education Institutes in Scotland (FQHEIS)

Top Universities to study in UK for Nepalese students

There are multiple options of study programs from affordable and top class Universities to select from in the UK. Some of those Universities where students from Nepal have studied successfully are; 

Requirement to Study in UK for Nepalese students

To study in UK as a Nepalese student, you'll need:

1. Confirmation of Acceptance from UK University: Once you've submitted your application to a UK university, you should receive a formal acceptance letter if it's approved. You can also verify approval with a Confirmation for Acceptance of Studies.
2. English Language Proficiency: To study in UK, you need good English. Take tests like IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE Academic to prove your english skills. Each university has its own score requirements. Check their websites for details.
3. Financial Requirement: Studying abroad, especially in the UK, comes with costs. Some institutions are expensive, while others are more affordable. As a foreign student, you must show you can cover tuition and living expenses by providing sufficient financial evidence.
4. Health Insurance: International students must have health insurance. If you have a policy, you can use the National Health Service (NHS) if your study duration is over six months. Follow university and NHS rules for coverage.
5. Visa Application: Nepali students need a Tier 4 Student Visa (General) to study in UK. Requirements include proof of finances, English proficiency, a valid passport, CAS reference number from the chosen university, TBS test results, passport-sized photos, visa fees, and required paperwork as per consulate regulations.

Intakes in UK for Nepalese students

Generally there are three types of intakes as mentioned earlier, Autumn, Spring and Summer. Your study intake is influenced by numerous factors like your selected program, academic records, readiness to join, job chances, score in the entrance exams most significantly.

Application deadlines for intakes in UK Colleges/Universities

The applications and the application deadlines for the intakes in UK are given in the table below

Tuition Fees and Scholarship in UK for Nepalese students

Tuition fees for undergraduate and postgraduate studies in Colleges and Universities of the UK are different. The Undergraduate tuition fees is 10000 to 12000 Great Britain Pound per year for most programs. For post graduate courses the tuition fees start from Rs 11000 to Rs 32000 pound per year.

Scholarships in UK

There are a wide range of scholarships to study in the UK. For certain specific requirements there are merit based scholarships to flat discount on tuition fees to the international students. The performance by students with excellent academic records, very good scores in the tests, and excellence in extracurricular activity performance are the main scorers for a very good scholarship in the UK. Students should apply for scholarship six months prior to the intakes at UK Colleges and Universities.

International Students can choose from global scholarship or country specific scholarship schemes. There are institution specific scholarships and programs like science and research funding for those involved in study and research for Science and Technology programs.

Living Expenses in UK for Nepalese Students

International students lifestyle in the UK brings them a range of experience which differs from their own countries. City wise in the UK the cost of living differs e.g. cost of living in England compared to Cost of living in Scotland. It is essential to plan your budget to mitigate your expenditures which are generally estimated as follows:

You will need the finances to support your living and tuition costs while studying in the UK. First few months are extremely crucial and you will need enough funds though you can work according to your permit without hampering your studies in the UK. Full time degree students can work 20 hours per week. The national minimum wage is 7.49 Pounds per hour and for adults of 21 years it is 10.18 Pounds per hour. Your side income can become very useful to cover a few of the above expenditures.

Work opportunities in UK for Nepalese students

For international students there are part time jobs, University’s recruitment team, employability and career scope, career connect with employers, career centers, which can help you land a job. International students can live and work in the UK for upto two years after graduating.

Work opportunities in the United Kingdom can be taken as benefit from two main options.

• Graduate route
• Student route

The graduate route doesn’t require sponsorship and is ideal for seeking experience and also in job openings. You can stay in the UK for up to two years and your visa at present should be Tier 4 General student VISA.

Student route is a point based VISA system for all international students. It can be applied if the person is above 16 years. If a student has been offered a place called Licensed student sponsor, can speak English well and have enough money to pay for the course and support him/herself.

During the two years post study work VISA for international students in the United Kingdom. There are exciting opportunities to find and start work in different employment areas like Tutoring, freelancing, volunteering, vertical assistant jobs, student ambassador, jobs in retail, health, business, creative industries, marketing and ad companies in their vacancy openings.