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Key Facts — University of Bedfordshire
- Postgraduate Fees
- £9,500–£12,500per year (international)
- Undergraduate Fees
- £10,500–£13,500per year
- IELTS Requirement
- 6.0 (5.5 each)standard minimum
- UKVI Bank Balance
- £18,707≈ NPR 36.5 lakhs — 28-day rule
- Location
- Luton
- Founded
- 1882
- September 2026
- Intake openIntake guide
- Post-Study Work
- Graduate Route2 yrs (3 PhD) — no sponsor
Tuition Fees at University of Bedfordshire for International Students 2026
| Programme Level | Annual Fee (GBP) | Approx NPR | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master's / Postgraduate | £9,500–£12,500 | ≈ NPR 18.5 lakhs | Indicative range — varies by course |
| Bachelor's (Undergraduate) | £10,500–£13,500 | ≈ NPR 20.5 lakhs | Per academic year |
HOA confirms exact fees for your chosen programme — free consultation.
Popular Courses at University of Bedfordshire for Nepali Students
- MSc Computer Science/Cybersecurity
- MSc Computer Science
- MBA
- MSc Data Science
Course availability changes annually. Consult the official University of Bedfordshire prospectus for the 2026–27 programme list. HOA provides free course shortlisting — book a free session.
Monthly Cost of Living near University of Bedfordshire
- Accommodation
- £400–£700per month
- Food & Groceries
- £150–£250per month
- Transport
- £30–£80per month
- Monthly Total
- £550–£900per month (est.)
- Total in NPR
- NPR 10.7–17.6 lakhsNRB rate NPR 195/£
- Part-time Earnings
- ≈ £1,01720 hrs/wk × £12.71
Estimates per HESA and UCAS Cost of Living Calculator. NPR conversions at Nepal Rastra Bank reference rate (nrb.org.np). Part-time earnings at National Living Wage £12.71/hr (UK Low Pay Commission, April 2026). Full city breakdown: UK Living Costs in NPR.
28-Day Bank Balance for UK Student Visa — University of Bedfordshire
Required outside London (Luton)
This amount — first-year tuition plus the UKVI maintenance requirement of £10,539 outside London — must be held in a UKVI-approved Nepali bank for 28 consecutive days before the visa application date, per UK Home Office Appendix Student (gov.uk/student-visa, 2026).
Scholarships for Nepali Students at University of Bedfordshire
£2,000 Auto + GREAT £10,000 + VC Scholarship £3,000. Confirm current eligibility and deadlines with University of Bedfordshire's International Office or with HOA.
UK Government-funded partial postgraduate scholarship, managed by British Council Nepal. Source: great.gov.uk, 2026. Guide: GREAT Scholarship Nepal.
Funded by UK FCDO. Source: chevening.org, 2026. HOA has supported 50+ Nepali Chevening scholars. Guide: Chevening for Nepal.
Source: Commonwealth Scholarship Commission, 2026. Guide: Commonwealth Scholarship.
HOA has secured £2M+ in UK scholarships for Nepali students since 2016 (HOA internal data). All scholarship guidance is free. Full UK Scholarships directory.
IELTS, UK Student Visa and Entry Requirements
- IELTS Minimum
- 6.0 (5.5 each)standard; check course page
- Visa Route
- UK Student Route Visa(formerly Tier 4, abolished Oct 2020)
- CAS
- Requiredafter offer accepted and deposit paid
- Visa Fee (from 8 Apr 2026)
- £558UK Home Office, 2026
- IHS (NHS Surcharge)
- £776/yearpaid upfront — UKVI, 2026
- TB Test
- Required — NepalIOM, Kathmandu — TB guide
- NOC (MoEST)
- Mandatorynoc.moest.gov.np — NPR 2,000
- MOI (No IELTS)
- Confirm with HOAsaves NPR 32,000+ — MOI guide
UK Student Route visa fee: £558 per person from 8 April 2026 (UK Home Office, gov.uk/student-visa, 2026), plus IHS of £776/year (immigration-health-surcharge.service.gov.uk, 2026). All Nepali students must obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) through noc.moest.gov.np (MoEST, Nepal — NPR 2,000, 1–5 working days) before initiating overseas bank transfers.
How to Apply to University of Bedfordshire from Nepal — 10 Steps
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Evaluate your profile with HOA (free)
Book a free profile evaluation at https://houseofadmissions.com/study-in-uk/free-consultation/. HOA assesses your TU/KU/NEB grades, IELTS score, work experience, and budget against University of Bedfordshire's current entry requirements — no obligation.
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Shortlist courses and verify entry requirements
Identify 2–3 programmes at University of Bedfordshire matching your qualifications and career goal. Verify IELTS requirement, tuition fee, and application deadline on the official University of Bedfordshire website — these change annually.
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Prepare your personal statement (SOP)
Draft a purpose-driven SOP addressing your background, goals, and reasons for choosing University of Bedfordshire. HOA provides free SOP review — guide: https://houseofadmissions.com/study-in-uk/sop-writing/.
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Submit the university application
Undergraduates: apply via UCAS (ucas.com). Postgraduates: apply through University of Bedfordshire's online portal. HOA manages the full submission at no cost.
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Accept your offer and pay tuition deposit
Confirm acceptance within the specified deadline and pay any required deposit. University of Bedfordshire will then initiate CAS issuance.
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Obtain CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies)
Your CAS is issued by University of Bedfordshire after deposit payment. It contains a unique 14-character reference required for your visa. Full CAS guide: https://houseofadmissions.com/study-in-uk/cas-guide/.
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Obtain NOC from MoEST Nepal
Apply through noc.moest.gov.np before any overseas bank transfer. Cost: NPR 2,000; processing: 1–5 working days. NOC is mandatory for all Nepali students going abroad.
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Demonstrate 28-day bank balance in a UKVI-approved bank
Hold the required funds (£10,539 outside London / £13,761 in London + first-year tuition) uninterrupted for 28 consecutive days in one of the 20 UKVI-approved Nepali banks. Full list: https://houseofadmissions.com/study-in-uk/bank-balance-uk-visa/.
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Submit UK Student Route visa online
Apply at gov.uk/student-visa with: CAS, 28-day bank statements, TB test certificate (IOM Nepal, Kathmandu), NOC, passport, offer letter, and IELTS certificate. HOA audits every document before submission. Checklist: https://houseofadmissions.com/study-in-uk/documents/.
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Complete pre-departure preparation
After visa approval: confirm UK accommodation, open a NatWest or Monzo account, register with an NHS GP, arrange travel insurance, and attend HOA's free pre-departure orientation. Guide: https://houseofadmissions.com/study-in-uk/pre-departure/.
Frequently Asked Questions
International students at University of Bedfordshire pay £9,500–£12,500 per year for postgraduate programmes. Undergraduate programmes cost £10,500–£13,500 per year. Fees vary by course — always verify on the official University of Bedfordshire admissions website, as fees are reviewed annually.
The standard English language requirement at University of Bedfordshire is IELTS 6.0 (5.5 each). Individual programmes may require higher scores. PTE Academic and TOEFL iBT are accepted as alternatives by many departments. Nepali TU/KU/PU graduates may qualify for the MOI (Medium of Instruction) route — HOA confirms eligibility free.
Nepali students applying to University of Bedfordshire must hold £18,707 in a UKVI-approved Nepali bank for 28 consecutive days before the visa application date, as required by the UK Home Office under Appendix Student (gov.uk/student-visa, 2026). This covers first-year tuition plus £10,539 in UKVI-mandated maintenance costs outside London.
University of Bedfordshire is a recognised UK institution. Graduates receive the Graduate Route visa — 2 years unrestricted work rights, no employer sponsorship needed (gov.uk/graduate-visa, 2026). HOA has guided students here as part of 5,000+ UK placements since 2016. Suitability depends on your profile, target role, and budget — HOA provides free, unbiased shortlisting.
Some UK universities accept a Medium of Instruction (MOI) letter from TU, KU, PU, or Purbanchal University graduates instead of IELTS, saving over NPR 32,000. Confirm University of Bedfordshire's current MOI policy with an HOA counsellor — acceptance varies by department and year of application.
University of Bedfordshire offers £2,000 Auto + GREAT £10,000 + VC Scholarship £3,000 for eligible international students. Nepali applicants may also apply for the GREAT Nepal Scholarship (up to £10,000, UK Government funded — great.gov.uk, 2026) and Chevening Scholarship (full funding — chevening.org, 2026). HOA guides both applications at no charge.
Undergraduates apply via UCAS (ucas.com); postgraduates apply directly through University of Bedfordshire's portal. HOA guides every stage free: profile assessment, course shortlisting, personal statement, application, offer management, CAS coordination, and full UK Student Route visa documentation.
UK Student Route visa holders at degree level may work up to 20 hours per week during term and unlimited hours during vacations (UKVI, gov.uk/student-visa/work, 2026). At the National Living Wage of £12.71/hr (UK Low Pay Commission, April 2026), 20 hours per week generates approximately £1,017/month (≈ NPR 1.98 lakhs).
Graduates of University of Bedfordshire qualify for the Graduate Route visa — 2 years unrestricted UK work (3 for PhD), no employer sponsor required (gov.uk/graduate-visa, 2026). From 1 January 2027, bachelor's/master's graduates receive 18 months under revised Home Office rules (confirmed October 2025). Qualifying employment at £38,700+ then opens the Skilled Worker visa path to ILR.
Students studying outside London typically budget £550–£900/month for accommodation, food, and transport, per HESA and UCAS estimates. The UKVI maintenance figure of £10,539/year reflects the minimum financial requirement; actual costs vary by lifestyle. Full NPR city breakdown: houseofadmissions.com/study-in-uk/living-costs/.