UK CV Format for Nepali Students — Template and Tips

Only if it is relevant — for example, if you are applying for jobs that require language proficiency or if it demonstrates a specific skill relevant to the role. For most jobs, it is not necessary.

For September entry, start researching by August–September the year before, and submit applications by October–January. UCAS undergraduate deadline is 31 January; Oxford and Cambridge require applications by 15 October.

Academic transcripts and certificates, English test results (or MOI letter), personal statement, 1–2 reference letters, CV (for postgraduate), and passport copy. Portfolio required for design/architecture programmes.

Undergraduate applications go through UCAS to up to 5 universities using one personal statement. Postgraduate applications are made directly to each university's own portal, often with a course-specific personal statement.

For postgraduate study, most universities require a completed or nearly-completed bachelor's degree, and can issue a conditional offer pending final results. For undergraduate, you typically apply during your final year of +2/A-Levels.

A balanced shortlist of 5–8 postgraduate applications (or up to 5 UCAS choices for undergraduate) covering ambitious, realistic, and safety options maximises your chance of a strong offer while managing application effort.

A strong personal statement demonstrates genuine subject interest through specific examples, connects your experience to your chosen course, and avoids generic openings. It should answer why you want to study this subject and why you are ready for it.

Not always — most taught master's programmes accept students straight from a bachelor's degree. However, MBA and some competitive programmes typically require 2+ years of relevant work experience.