This guide covers courses, entry and costs. For the application itself, step by step, see how to apply for a UK master’s.
Why a UK Master's Is So Popular with Nepali Students
UK master's degrees are typically one year in duration (compared to 1.5–2 years in the USA or Australia), making them time and cost efficient. The intense, focused nature of UK postgraduate education suits Nepali students who want to upgrade their qualifications quickly and access the UK job market or the Graduate Route visa.
Most Popular Master's Courses for Nepali Students
- MBA (Master of Business Administration)
- MSc Data Science / Artificial Intelligence
- MSc Computer Science
- MSc Project Management
- MSc Finance and Accounting
- MSc Nursing / Health Sciences
- LLM (Master of Laws)
Entry Requirements from Nepal
- Bachelor's degree from a recognised Nepali university (usually 2:2 equivalent — approximately 55–60% or above)
- IELTS 6.5 overall (6.0 in each band) — some programmes require 7.0
- Relevant work experience (2+ years) is beneficial but not always mandatory (except for MBA at most universities)
Scholarships for Master's Students
See our dedicated scholarship guides:
- Chevening Scholarship — full funding
- University merit scholarships — partial funding, often automatic
- GREAT and Commonwealth — not open to Nepali citizens in 2026/27
- University merit scholarships — automatic or competitive