
Earning a British degree no longer means packing your bags and moving abroad. Thanks to partnerships between UK universities and colleges in Nepal, students can now complete their studies at home while still receiving the same degree awarded in the UK. These programmes are designed and assessed by the partner university, so the qualification holds the same value internationally.
For many students, this option brings a mix of benefits—lower living costs, familiar surroundings, and access to a global curriculum without leaving family and work commitments behind. Others use it as a stepping stone, starting their studies in Nepal and transferring to the UK for their final year.
This guide brings together a verified list of UK-affiliated colleges in Nepal, their partner universities, and the courses they currently offer. The aim is simple: give students and parents clear, factual information to help them decide which path fits their goals.
Why British Degrees in Nepal Are a Practical Choice
Students often choose this route because it offers:
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An international qualification without the expense of living abroad.
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Opportunities to transfer to the UK for part of the course.
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Access to the same curriculum and academic standards as UK students.
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Local learning support while being connected to global education networks.
How These Programmes Work
These degrees are part of what’s called Transnational Education (TNE). In simple terms, the UK university designs the course, trains the teaching team, approves assessments, and awards the final degree. The partner college in Nepal delivers the classes, tutorials, and student support locally.
When you graduate, your certificate comes from a UK university, not the local college—there’s no difference in how it’s recognised internationally.
List of UK-Affiliated Colleges in Nepal and Their Programmes
Here is the list of UK-affiliated colleges in Nepal: Ace International Business School, Asian Institute of Technology and Management, Biratnagar International College, British International College, Herald International College, Informatics College Pokhara, ISMT Pokhara, ISMT Butwal, ISMT Biratnagar, ISMT Kathmandu, ISMT Chitwan, Islington College, Itahari International College, NAMI College, Patan College for Professional Studies (PCPS), Silver Mountain School of Hotel Management, Softwarica College of IT & E-Commerce, Stamford College, Sunway International Business School, The British College (TBC), The London College, and The Westminster College.
1. Ace International Business School – Sinamangal, Kathmandu
Partner: Glasgow Caledonian University, Scotland, UK
Courses:
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BBA – 4 years
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BA (Hons) Fashion Design with Business – 4 years
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MBA – 2 years
2. Asian Institute of Technology and Management (AITM) – Khumlatar, Lalitpur
Partner: University of Highland and Island, UK
Courses:
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BA (Hons) Hospitality Management – 4 years
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BA (Hons) Business and Management – 4 years
3. Biratnagar International College – Biratnagar
Partner: University of Wolverhampton, UK
Courses:
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BSc (Hons) International Business Management – 4 years
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BA (Hons) International Hospitality Management – 3 years
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BSc (Hons) Computer Science – 3 years
4. British International College – Chakupat, Lalitpur
Partner: Keele University, UK
Courses:
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BSc (Hons) Data Science – 4 years
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MSc Advanced Computer Science – 2 years
5. Herald International College – Naxal, Kathmandu
Partner: University of Wolverhampton, UK
Courses:
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BSc (Hons) Computer Science – 3 years
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BSc (Hons) International Business Management – 4 years
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International MBA – 2 years
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BSc (Hons) Cyber Security – 3 years
6. Informatics College – Pokhara
Partner: London Metropolitan University, UK
Courses:
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BA (Hons) Business Administration – 4 years
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BSc (Hons) Computing – 3 years
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BSc (Hons) Information Technology – 4 years
7. ISMT – Pokhara
Partner: University of Sunderland, UK
Courses:
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BSc (Hons) Computer System Engineering – 4 years
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BA (Hons) Business Management – 4 years
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BSc (Hons) International Tourism & Hospitality Management – 4 years
8. ISMT – Butwal
Partner: University of Sunderland, UK
Courses:
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BSc (Hons) Computer System Engineering – 4 years
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BSc (Hons) International Tourism & Hospitality Management – 4 years
9. ISMT – Biratnagar
Partner: University of Sunderland, UK
Courses:
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BSc (Hons) Computer Systems Engineering – 3 years
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BSc (Hons) International Tourism & Hospitality Management – 3 years
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BA (Hons) Business Management – 4 years
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MBA – 2 years
10. ISMT – Tinkune, Kathmandu
Partner: University of Sunderland, UK / Edexcel (Pearson BTEC), UK
Courses:
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BSc (Hons) Computer System Engineering – 3 years
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BA (Hons) Business Management – 3 years
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BSc (Hons) International Tourism & Hospitality Management – 4 years
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BSc (Hons) Cyber Security & Digital Forensics – 4 years
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HND in Computing and System Development – 2 years
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HND in Hospitality Management – 2 years
11. ISMT – Chitwan
Partner: University of Sunderland, UK
Courses:
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BSc (Hons) Computer System Engineering – 4 years
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BSc (Hons) International Tourism & Hospitality Management – 4 years
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MBA – 2 years
12. Islington College – Kamal Pokhari, Kathmandu
Partners: London Metropolitan University, UK / Cambridge University, UK
Courses:
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BSc (Hons) Computing – 3 years & 4 years
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BSc (Hons) Computer Networking and IT Security – 3 years & 4 years
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BSc (Hons) Multimedia Technologies – 3 years & 4 years
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BA (Hons) Business Administration – 4 years
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MSc IT and Applied Security – 2 years
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MSc Network Engineering – 2 years
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MBA – 2 years
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BSc (Hons) Mobile Application Development – 3 years
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BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance – 3 years
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BSc (Hons) Computing with Artificial Intelligence – 3 years
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A Level – 2 years
13. Itahari International College – Sundarharaicha, Morang
Partner: London Metropolitan University, UK
Courses:
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BA (Hons) Business Administration – 4 years
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BSc (Hons) Computing – 3 years
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BSc (Hons) Information Technology – 4 years
14. Naaya Aayam Multi-Disciplinary Institute (NAMI College) – Jorpati, Gokarneshwar, Kathmandu
Partner: University of Northampton, UK
Courses:
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BSc (Hons) Computer Science – 3 years
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BSc (Hons) Environmental Science – 3 years
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BBA – 3 years
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Master in Computing – 2 years
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MBA – 2 years
15. Patan College for Professional Studies – Kupandol, Lalitpur
Partner: University of Bedfordshire, UK
Courses:
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BSc (Hons) Software Engineering – 3 years
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BSc (Hons) Business Management – 3 years
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MSc Applied Computing and Information Technology – 2 years
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MBA with specialisations – 2 years
16. Silver Mountain School of Hotel Management – Lainchaur, Kathmandu
Partner: Queen Margaret University, UK
Courses:
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BA International Hospitality and Tourism Management – 4 years
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BA International Culinary Arts – 4 years
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MBA in Hospitality – 2 years
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BA (Hons) International Hospitality & Tourism Management – 4 years
17. Softwarica College of IT & E-Commerce – Dillibazar, Kathmandu
Partner: Coventry University, UK
Courses:
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BSc (Hons) Computing – 3 years
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BSc (Hons) Ethical Hacking and Cyber Security – 3 years
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MSc Data Science and Computational Intelligence – 2 years
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BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence – 3 years
18. Stamford College – Shantinagar, Kathmandu
Partner: University of East London, UK
Courses:
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BSc (Hons) Computer Science – 4 years
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BSc (Hons) Data Science and Artificial Intelligence – 4 years
19. Sunway International Business School – Maitidevi, Kathmandu
Partner: Birmingham City University, UK
Courses:
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BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence – 4 years
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BA (Hons) Marketing with Digital Communication – 4 years
20. The British College – Thapathali, Kathmandu
Partners: Leeds Beckett University, UK / University of the West of England (UWE), UK
Courses:
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BSc (Hons) Computing – 4 years
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BSc (Hons) Hospitality Business Management – 4 years
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MSc Information & Technology – 2 years
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MBA – 2 years
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Executive MBA – 2 years
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BBA (Hons) Business and Management – 4 years
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BSc (Hons) Cyber Security & Digital Forensics – 4 years
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BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) – 4 years
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MSc International Business Management – 2 years
21. The London College – Tinkune, Kathmandu
Partner: University of East London, UK
Courses:
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BSc (Hons) Computer Science – 4 years
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BSc (Hons) Cyber Security and Networks – 4 years
22. The Westminster College – Kupandol, Lalitpur
Partner: University of Westminster, UK
Courses:
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BSc (Hons) Cyber Security and Forensics – 4 years
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BSc (Hons) Computer Science – 4 years
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MBA – 2 years
Colleges & Courses — Quick Reference Table
College (City) | UK University Partner | Available Programmes (Nepal) |
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The British College (Kathmandu) | UWE Bristol; Leeds Beckett; University of London (RTC via British Professional College) | BBA; BSc (Hons) Computing; BSc (Hons) Hospitality Business Management; MBA; MSc IBM; MSc IT; MSc Advanced CS; MSc Professional Accountancy (UoL RTC). |
Herald College (Kathmandu) | University of Wolverhampton | BSc (Hons) Computer Science; BSc (Hons) Cybersecurity; BSc (Hons) International Business Management; International MBA. |
ISMT College (Kathmandu, Pokhara, Butwal, Chitwan, and Biratnagar) | University of Sunderland | BSc (Hons) Cyber Security & Digital Forensics; (announced) BSc Computer Science/Cybersecurity; MSc Computing (subject to approval). |
Softwarica College (Kathmandu) | Coventry University | BSc (Hons) Computing. |
Islington College (Kathmandu) | London Metropolitan University | BSc (Hons) Computing; Computer Networking & IT Security; Multimedia Technologies; Computing with AI; BBA; MBAs. |
PCPS – Patan College (Lalitpur) | University of Bedfordshire | BSc (Hons) Software Engineering (+ foundation/top-up); BSc (Hons) Business Management; Business Analytics. |
Biratnagar International College (Biratnagar) | University of Wolverhampton | BSc (Hons) International Business Management (as listed by the university). |
Itahari International College (Itahari) | London Metropolitan University | BSc (Hons) Computing; BA (Hons) Business Administration (International Business / Digital Business Management / Advertising & Marketing). |
Informatics College Pokhara (ICP) | London Metropolitan University | BSc (Hons) Computing; BA (Hons) Business Administration with specialisations (e.g., Events & Tourism). |
Final Thoughts
For Nepali students, these partnerships open up access to recognised UK degrees without leaving home. The key is choosing a programme that matches your career plans, budget, and learning style. Before enrolling, always double-check the course details on the partner university’s official website. This ensures you know exactly what you’re signing up for and how the qualification will support your next steps.
FAQs
1. Are these degrees the same as studying in the UK?
Yes. They follow the same syllabus, assessment process, and awarding standards.
2. Can I transfer to the UK during my studies?
Many courses offer transfer or top-up options after one or two years, depending on your grades and visa requirements.
3. Are these degrees recognised in Nepal?
Yes, but you may need to complete an equivalence process if you plan further study or need professional licensing.
4. Do I need IELTS to join?
Some programmes require it, while others have internal English assessments.
5. How can I confirm a college’s affiliation?
Check the awarding university’s website for their official list of partner institutions.
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