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Chet Raj Bhandari Written by Chet Raj Bhandari

About Cambridge University

Study at Cambridge University from Nepal 

When you think of the University of Cambridge, it’s easy to get distracted by the name — but for Nepali students, what matters is what that name unlocks.
Cambridge isn’t just a place to “study abroad”; it’s a place to grow intellectually, professionally, and globally.
With more than 800 years of academic tradition, it’s where ideas become breakthroughs — and students become future leaders in tech, medicine, science, law, and policy.
If you’re dreaming of a university that challenges you, opens global career doors, and places you among some of the smartest minds in the world — studying at Cambridge from Nepal is one of the most powerful decisions you can make.
Source: https://www.cam.ac.uk

Why Choose the University of Cambridge?

Academic Depth Across 30+ Colleges – Each with its own culture, support, and community.

Top-Tier Research, Real-World Impact – From climate science to AI, Cambridge researchers are shaping global change.

Location Advantage – Just an hour from London, with access to UK’s biggest companies and events.

Alumni That Matter – From Sir Isaac Newton and Charles Darwin to Amartya Sen and Emma Thompson.

Support for International Students – Visa guidance, Nepali student societies, mentoring, English writing support.
Source: https://www.cam.ac.uk

Campuses

  • Cambridge is not a single campus university — it has 31 colleges across the city.
  • Each college provides accommodation, dining halls, study areas, and community life.

Source: https://www.cam.ac.uk/colleges

Number of Courses & Levels

  • Undergraduate (UG): 30+ subject areas
  • Postgraduate (PG): 300+ graduate courses
  • Research (PhD/MRes): in most disciplines

Source: https://www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ; https://www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk

Popular Courses at the University of Cambridge

StreamSample Course(s)Degree Type
Engineering & TechEngineering, Computer ScienceBA/MEng
Business & EconomicsEconomics, Management StudiesBA
Medicine & Life SciMedicine, Veterinary Medicine, Biological NatSciMB BChir, BA
Law & HumanitiesLaw, Philosophy, History, PoliticsBA
Natural SciencesPhysical Sciences, Astrophysics, Earth SciencesBA

Browse full course list: Cambridge Course Search
Source: https://www.cam.ac.uk

Scholarships for Nepali Students

Scholarship NameEligibilityCoverage
Cambridge Trust ScholarshipsInternational students (UG/PG)Full or partial tuition + living
Gates Cambridge ScholarshipPG applicants with leadership potentialFull cost (fees + stipend + airfare)
Rowan Williams Cambridge StudentshipStudents from conflict-affected/disadvantaged regionsFull fees + maintenance + visa
College-specific bursaries (Trinity, Churchill, etc.)Merit and need basedVaries, up to full tuition

Source: https://www.cambridgetrust.org ; https://www.gatescambridge.org

Campus Life

  • College System: Belong to one of 31 colleges — academic & social home.
  • Student Clubs: 700+ clubs, including Cambridge University Nepalese Society (CUNS).
  • City Vibes: Walkable, historic, peaceful city with strong creative culture.
  • Support Services: Mental health, visa help, international advice, English support.

Source: https://www.cambridgestudents.cam.ac.uk

Notable Alumni

  • Sir Isaac Newton
  • Charles Darwin
  • Amartya Sen
  • Emma Thompson
  • Stephen Hawking
  • Sylvia Plath

Source: https://www.cam.ac.uk/about-the-university/history/famous-cambridge-people

Rankings

  • QS World Rankings 2025: #2 globally
  • Times Higher Education 2025: Top 3 globally
  • Consistently ranked #1 or #2 in the UK

Source: https://www.topuniversities.com/university-rankings/world-university-rankings/2025

Tuition Fees (2025–26)

LevelTuition Fee (GBP)Approx. Fee in NPR*
Undergraduate (range)£11,400 – £38,000NPR 2,115,840 – 7,056,800
Medicine/Law etc.£38,000 – £70,500+NPR 7,056,800 – 13,085,800+
Postgraduate (range)£9,000 – £30,000NPR 1,670,400 – 5,568,000

*£1 = NPR 185.6 (rates vary). Check with Goreto for updated fees.
Source: https://www.cam.ac.uk

Living Expenses in Cambridge

Expense CategoryMonthly Cost (GBP)Monthly Cost (NPR)*
Accommodation£550 – £850NPR 94,600 – 146,200
Food & groceries£200 – £300NPR 34,400 – 51,600
Transport & misc£80 – £120NPR 13,700 – 20,600
Internet & phone£30 – £50NPR 5,200 – 8,600
Total Estimate£860 – £1,320NPR 147,000 – 227,000

Source: https://www.cambridgestudents.cam.ac.uk

Library

  • Cambridge has over 100 libraries, including the world-famous Cambridge University Library.
  • Access to millions of books, digital archives, and special collections.

Source: https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk

Placements & Career Support

  • Dedicated Careers Service – CVs, mock interviews, employer events.
  • 400+ Employers Recruit – Google, PwC, BCG, AstraZeneca, and more.
  • Silicon Fen Ecosystem – UK’s tech/biotech hub near campus.
  • Research → Industry Pathways – real-world projects linked to jobs.

Source: https://www.careers.cam.ac.uk

Top Companies Hiring Cambridge Graduates

SectorEmployers
TechnologyGoogle, Microsoft, DeepMind, Amazon, Arm
FinanceGoldman Sachs, JPMorgan, Barclays, HSBC, Citibank
ConsultingMcKinsey, BCG, Bain, EY-Parthenon, PwC, Deloitte
Research & PharmaAstraZeneca, GSK, Genentech, Medical Research Council
Law & PolicyLinklaters, Clifford Chance, UK Civil Service, UN
Source: https://www.careers.cam.ac.uk

Graduate Average Salaries

Degree LevelAverage Salary (GBP/year)
Undergraduate£35,000–£40,000
Postgraduate£40,000–£60,000
MBA£90,000+
Source: https://www.careers.cam.ac.uk

Part-Time Jobs

International students can:

  • Work up to 20 hours/week during term
  • Work full-time during vacations
  • Typical roles: library assistant, research/teaching support, hospitality, college dining staff

Source: https://www.cambridgestudents.cam.ac.uk

Upcoming Intakes

  • UG & PG Main Intake: October 2025
  • UG Deadline: 15 October (via UCAS)
  • PG Deadlines: Rolling (Dec–March, course dependent)

Source: https://www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/deadlines

Top Courses

Top Degrees

Eligibility Criteria

Undergraduate:

  • +2 or equivalent with 80%+ overall
  • Specific subject equivalency (Maths/Physics, etc.)
  • Admissions tests (STEP, TMUA, BMAT) or written work required
  • IELTS/TOEFL
  • Apply via UCAS by 15 October

Postgraduate:

  • Bachelor’s degree with First Division (3.5+ GPA)
  • Relevant background in chosen field
  • SOP and references required
  • GRE/GMAT for some programs
  • Application deadlines Dec–March

Source: https://www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ; https://www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk

Required Documents

Document TypeUndergraduate (UG)Postgraduate (PG)
Academic transcripts+2 transcriptsBachelor’s transcripts
English test scoreIELTS/TOEFL/PTE/DuolingoIELTS/TOEFL/PTE/Duolingo
Personal Statement/SOPRequiredRequired
Letters of RecommendationNot required for UG2 academic references
PassportRequiredRequired
CV/ResumeNot requiredRequired
Written work/PortfolioSometimes requiredSometimes required
Entrance TestSTEP, TMUA, BMATGRE/GMAT (if applicable)
Source: https://www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ; https://www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk

Contact Details

Source: https://www.cam.ac.uk

English Language Requirements

TestMinimum UG ScoreMinimum PG Score
IELTS Academic7.5 overall, 7.0 each band7.0–7.5 overall
TOEFL iBT110107–110
PTE Academic7676+
DuolingoNot acceptedNot accepted
Source: https://www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/admissions/entry-requirements/english-language

Admission Timeline & Deadlines

IntakeLevelDeadlineNotes
October (main)UG+PG15 October (UCAS UG)Cambridge has early deadlines
RollingPGDec–March (varies)Apply early for funding

Source: https://www.ucas.com ; https://www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk

Program Details

BA Engineering

Varies by College (e.g., Trinity, King’s, St John’s)

University of Cambridge

Prog Code:

N/A

Duration:

3 years BA or 4 years MEng

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes (2 years for UG/PG, 3 years for PhD)

IELTS:

7.5 overall, minimum 7.0 in each band

TOEFL:

110+

PTE:

76+

*Note:

Fees in GBP; exchange rate £1 ≈ NPR 185.6.

MB BChir Medicine

School of Clinical Medicine

University of Cambridge

Prog Code:

N/A

Duration:

6 years (3 years BA + 3 years Clinical MB BChir)

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

7.5 overall, 7.0+ each band

TOEFL:

110+

PTE:

76+

*Note:

Fees in GBP; Medicine is among the highest in UK.

BA Law (Tripos)

Faculty of Law (various Colleges)

University of Cambridge

Prog Code:

N/A

Duration:

3 years

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

7.5 overall

TOEFL:

110+

PTE:

76+

*Note:

Fees in GBP; exchange rates vary.

BA Computer Science

Computer Laboratory, Cambridge

University of Cambridge

Duration:

3 years BA or 4 years MEng

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

7.5 overall

TOEFL:

110+

PTE:

76+

*Note:

Fees in GBP.

BA Economics

Faculty of Economics

University of Cambridge

Duration:

3 years

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

7.5 overall

TOEFL:

110+

PTE:

76+

*Note:

Fees in GBP.

BA Natural Sciences

Natural Sciences Tripos (various Colleges)

University of Cambridge

Duration:

3 years BA or 4 years MSci

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

7.5 overall

TOEFL:

110+

PTE:

76+

*Note:

Fees in GBP.

BA Human, Social, and Political Sciences (HSPS)

HSPS Tripos (various Colleges)

University of Cambridge

Duration:

3 years

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

7.5 overall

TOEFL:

110+

PTE:

76+

*Note:

Fees in GBP.

Accommodation for Nepali Students

Type of HousingCost (GBP/month)Cost (NPR/month)*
College Halls (shared)£550–£850NPR 94,600–146,200
Private flat (shared)£650–£900NPR 112,000–167,000
Studio Apartment£1,000+NPR 175,000+

*£1 = NPR 185.6 (rates vary).
Source: https://www.cambridgestudents.cam.ac.uk

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