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UK master's applications go directly to each university through its own portal, not through UCAS. You choose courses, check entry and English rules, upload transcripts, a personal statement, references and a CV, then accept an offer, pay a deposit and receive a CAS. House of Admissions (HOA) gives free guidance from Kathmandu and Pokhara.

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Apply directly on each university's website. Prepare transcripts, a course-specific statement, two references, a CV and English evidence, then accept an offer and meet its conditions to receive a CAS.

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How to Apply for a Master's Degree in the UK from Nepal

Applying for a UK master's degree involves more steps than most Nepali students expect. Here's the complete process.

Nepali student completing UK university application

This guide covers the application steps and documents. For courses, entry rules and scholarships, see the complete UK master’s guide.

The Masters Application Process in the UK

Unlike undergraduate applications (which go through UCAS), most UK master's applications are made directly to the university through the institution's own online portal. There is no central body like UCAS for postgraduate admissions.

Step-by-Step Application Guide

  1. Research and shortlist: identify 5–8 universities offering your target course
  2. Check entry requirements: academic qualifications, IELTS score, any prerequisite subjects
  3. Prepare documents: transcripts, degree certificates, CV, personal statement, references
  4. Apply online: through each university's portal (most are free to apply; some charge £20–50)
  5. Receive conditional offer: accept and pay deposit to secure your place
  6. Receive unconditional offer: once you have met all conditions
  7. Receive CAS: from your university (approximately 6–8 weeks before course start)
  8. Apply for student visa

Documents Required for UK Master's Application

  • Bachelor's degree certificate and all year transcripts
  • IELTS/PTE/TOEFL certificate (or MOI letter)
  • CV/Resume (UK format — see our UK CV guide)
  • Personal Statement (500–1,000 words for most programmes)
  • Two academic or professional reference letters
  • Passport copy
  • Portfolio (for design, architecture, and creative programmes)
  • Research proposal (for research-based masters degrees)

Keep reading: UCAS personal statement guide · Applying to UK universities page

Key Facts — 2026

UK Visa Fee
£558 (from 8 Apr 2026)
IHS (NHS Surcharge)
£776/yearA 1-year master’s is granted ~16 months leave, so you pay £1,164 (UKVI, 2026)
Bank Balance (Outside London)
£10,539/year£1,171/month × 9 months (NPR 20.5L). From 30 Nov 2026: £1,203/month, £10,827/year
Bank Balance (London)
£13,761/year£1,529/month × 9 months (NPR 26.8L). From 30 Nov 2026: £1,570/month, £14,130/year
HOA Guidance Fee
100% Free
Part-time Earnings
≈ £1,017/month (20 hrs × £12.71)

Which maintenance figure applies to you is set by the date you submit the visa application, not your course start date. The increase is in Statement of Changes HC 584. Full breakdown in NPR →

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