Every year, 500,000 international students enroll in the UK, making it one of the most popular destinations in the world for higher education. The UK has a long and proud history of academic excellence being world-famous in the higher education system. International students are heartily welcomed since UK education degrees and certifications are recognized internationally. Quality education, a wide range of course availability, affordable tuition fees, and scholarships are some of the attractions for Nepalese students to study in the UK.

Reasons to study in the United Kingdom

  • The UK has the highest number of ranked universities with the size of the country: 111 ranked universities. Imperial College London, the University of Cambridge, and the University of Oxford are three institutions that are consistently ranked in the top ten worldwide.
  • UK courses are generally shorter than other countries, helping to reduce overall tuition fees and accommodation costs.
  • In UK universities, English is the language of instruction. Studying in the UK provides a rich linguistic experience for non-native English speakers, enhancing their communication and English competence.
  • Due to the cultural diversity in the UK, students have the opportunity to explore and experience the history and share cultural and religious practices.
  • Students have the opportunity to gain practical work experience in the UK during the period of post-study work visas which could be beneficial for the student’s professional career as well.
  • Fees and living expenses are generally affordable in the UK.
  • The United Kingdom is often considered a safe destination for international students with low crime rates as compared to other countries.

Study Levels with Entry Requirements

Level  IELTS PTE Duration  Academics CGPA
Foundation leading to Bachelor  5.5 not less than 5.5  43 not less than 43  4 years  2.0
Bachelor Degree  5.5 not less than 5.5  43 not less than 43  3 years  2.2
Pre-Master leading to Masters  5.5 not less than 5.5  43 not less than 43  3-9 Months  4 years 
Master’s Degree  6 not less than 5.5  50 not less than 43  1 years  45 %

 

If your IELTS/PTE scores and academic GPA are not high enough to apply directly for a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in the UK then you could still be eligible to apply for a program that leads to a bachelor’s or master’s degree.

In place of IELTS/ PTE students can still take the university’s English Language Tests which are available only at limited universities.

Gap Acceptance*

* Relevant gap is accepted by showing justifiable and genuine work experience to fill the gap.

Intake

Intakes may vary as per the universities but January, April, and September are some of the popular intakes in the UK among which September is considered as the main intake with the availability of the most course options.

Guidance from Application to Visa

Our professionals will give you a proper guidance regarding the renowned universities and course options as per the qualifications and location preferences of an applicant. After confirming the course and the university by the applicant we require the following documents to proceed with an application.

Documents Checklist for an Offer Letter

  • Academic Documents (Individual Mark sheets, Transcript, Completion Certificate, Provisional, Certificates of all levels)
  • Passport
  • English Proficiency Certificate (IELTS/PTE/TOEFL/UKVI)
  • GAP/Experience Letter (If Applicable)
  • Statement of Purpose (Sop)
  • Details of CV
  • Two Recommendation Letters (Work/Education)
  • Medium of Instruction (MOI) from Education (If Applicable)

In the UK most of the Higher Education providers require an interview which could be before/after an offer letter or before a CAS Letter as well. Most of the interview questions are related to your applied course, university, future plans, gap explanations, and many other details. But, our team are always ready for your successful application and visa so we will be guiding and preparing you throughout this journey.

On successfully receiving an unconditional offer letter we need to step forward for a CAS Letter i.e., Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies, which will be provided by the university upon submitting the following documents.

Documents Checklist for CAS Letter

  • Medical Test (TB Test Certificate)
  • Swift Receipt (Min Tuition Fee payment slip for applying CAS)
  • Interview (As per the University requirement)
  • Financial Statement (28 Days bank statement)/ Loan and Cash Deposit allowed
  • Other Assessment documentation

After receiving a CAS Letter, the final step is to apply for a UK Visa which includes submitting all the required documents.

Documents Checklist for Visa

  • All documents submitted for the CAS and Offer Letter
  • Cover Letter
  • Visa application form
  • Financial documents
  • IHS Surcharge ( Pay before visa application and get reference Number )
  • Visa Fee payment slip
  • Other supporting documents

You will receive an email from the UKVI regarding visa decisions or any additional documents required in support of the application.

Some Facts about UK for the International Students

Living Expenses: The living expenses set by the UKVI for international students are; £1,334 per month for courses inside London and £1,023 per month for courses outside London.

IELTS Waiver: The UK is an English-speaking country and yes! it is possible to study in the UK without IELTS or any other English Language Proficiency Certificates. Some universities/ institutes in the UK assess the applicant’s English from their High School or taking an online interview conducted by the university or proof of English as your medium of instruction in your school.

Work Hour Limit: Students on full-time degree-level courses holding a Student visa are permitted to work in the UK. The requirements and rules are as follows: Up to 20 hours per week during University term time.

Visa Type: As an international student you need to apply for a Student Visa category.

Post-Study Work: After completing your course (UK bachelor’s degree, postgraduate degree or other eligible course) in the UK you are eligible for a Post Study Work Visa i.e., a Graduate visa which permits you to stay in the UK for at least 2 years.

Dependent Visa: As per the recent changes in the UKVI rules, only PhD or other doctorate (RQF level 8) and research-based higher degree applicants are eligible to bring the dependents by showing the required funds.

Under-age Applicant: You can apply for a Student visa if you’re 16 or over (Under-18) and want to study on a further or higher education course in the UK. Parents’ consent letters and other additional financial evidence could be required for such cases.

You can check on the UKVI website: https://www.gov.uk/student-visa , for more detailed information regarding the Visa and Immigration rules/ regulations.