Chet Raj Bhandari Written by Chet Raj Bhandari

About University of Manchester

Study at the University of Manchester from Nepal 

If you’re serious about getting a UK degree that leads directly to a global career — especially in fields like engineering, business, data science, or health — the University of Manchester might be exactly what you’re looking for. 

With its mix of academic rigour and real-world relevance, it’s the kind of place where Nepali students go to not just study, but grow.

This isn’t just about attending a big-name university (though Manchester is one of the UK’s most prestigious). 

It’s about getting taught by researchers shaping global change, working on real projects, and getting hired by big companies before you’ve even graduated.

Thinking of your future? Study in the UK from Nepal and let the University of Manchester open those international doors.

Why Choose the University of Manchester?

  • Location That Works for You – Heart of Manchester, affordable compared to London, part-time work opportunities, and strong employer links.
  • Industry Partnerships – Siemens, BBC, Rolls-Royce, GSK. Guest lectures, internships, and case studies.
  • Russell Group Member – Research-led, world-class teaching.
  • Strength in STEM + Business – Globally reputed in Engineering, IT, Business, and Health Sciences.

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

Campuses

  • Oxford Road Campus: Main teaching & learning centre.
  • Fallowfield Campus: Major student residential area.
  • Sackville Street Campus: Engineering & Science.

Source: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/discover/maps/

Number of Courses & Levels

  • UG: 400+ courses across 3 faculties
  • PG Taught: 200+ master’s courses
  • Research: PhDs across STEM, Business, Humanities

Source: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study

Popular Courses for Nepali Students at Manchester

StreamExample CourseDegree Type
EngineeringElectrical & Electronic Eng.BEng/MEng
Business & FinanceFinanceMSc
Computer Science & ITArtificial IntelligenceBSc/MSc
Health & Life SciPublic HealthMSc
Environment & PolicyEnvironmental Science with DataBSc

Explore more: Course Finder
Source: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study

Scholarships for Nepali Students

Scholarship NameEligibilityCoverage
Global Futures ScholarshipMerit + international status£5,000 – £8,000 reduction
GREAT Scholarship (Nepal)Nepali PG applicants£10,000 tuition support
Faculty-specific Awards (SEED)Merit, subject-specific£2,000 – £10,000

Source: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/fees-funding

Campus Life

  • 400+ student societies (Nepali Students Society is active).
  • Libraries, labs, sports halls, and green spaces.
  • Affordable city with diverse food, music, and football culture.
  • International support: visas, counselling, career mentoring.

Source: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/experience/student-life

Notable Alumni

  • Alan Turing (Father of Computer Science)
  • Benedict Cumberbatch (Actor)
  • Anthony Burgess (Author of A Clockwork Orange)
  • Brian Cox (Physicist, Broadcaster)
  • Tejaswini Tilak (Nepali-origin academic & alumni network member)

Source: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/connect/alumni/events/

Rankings

  • QS World University Rankings 2025: #32 globally
  • THE World University Rankings 2025: Top 50
  • 25 Nobel laureates are linked to the university.

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

Tuition Fees (2025/26)

Degree LevelAverage Tuition (GBP/year)Approx. Fee (NPR)*
Bachelor’s£22,000 – £28,000NPR 37,67,500 – 47,95,000
Master’s£23,000 – £33,000NPR 39,38,750 – 56,51,250

*£1 = NPR 171.25. Rates vary.
Source: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study

Living Expenses in Manchester

ExpenseMonthly GBPMonthly NPR*
Accommodation£450–£750NPR 77,000–128,000
Food£150–£250NPR 25,700–42,800
Transport£40–£70NPR 6,850–12,000
Utilities£50–£100NPR 8,500–17,000
Leisure/Misc£100–£150NPR 17,000–25,700
Total£800–£1,300NPR 1,37,000–2,22,000

*£1 = NPR 171.25.
Source: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/international

Library

  • Main Library: 4 million printed books, digital resources.
  • Special Collections: Rare manuscripts, archives.
  • 24/7 access in exam season.

Source: https://www.library.manchester.ac.uk

Placements & Career Support

  • Dedicated Career Services: CVs, interviews, job fairs.
  • Internship & placement years for UG.
  • Employer fairs with 600+ companies annually.

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

Top Companies Hiring Manchester Graduates

  • PwC, Deloitte, KPMG
  • Rolls-Royce, IBM, Siemens
  • GSK, AstraZeneca, NHS
  • Accenture, Amazon, BBC, Microsoft

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

Graduate Average Salaries

LevelAverage Salary (GBP/year)
Bachelor’s£28,000–£35,000
Master’s£35,000–£45,000
MBA£70,000+
Source: https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk

Part-Time Jobs

  • 20 hours/week during term, full-time in holidays.
  • Common jobs: cafés, supermarkets, campus admin, research support.
  • Avg pay: £9–£12/hour (NPR 1,540–2,055).

Source: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/experience/student-life

Upcoming Intakes

  • UG: September (UCAS deadline 31 January)
  • PG: September (deadlines vary: Apr–Jul)
  • January (PG only): Limited courses

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

Eligibility Criteria

Undergraduate:

  • NEB +2/A-Levels: 60–75%
  • STEM subjects required for Engineering/CS
  • Medicine requires UCAT/BMAT
  • IELTS 6.0 overall (min 5.5 each)

Postgraduate:

  • Bachelor’s with 60–70% (second upper)
  • Subject match needed for STEM/Health
  • Work experience required for MBA
  • IELTS 6.5 overall (6.0 each)

Source: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study

Required Documents

DocumentUGPG
Academic Transcripts+2 transcriptsBachelor’s transcripts
Degree/Certificate+2 certificateBachelor’s degree
PassportRequiredRequired
SOPRequiredRequired
ReferencesOptional1–2 required
CVNot requiredRequired
PortfolioIf applicableIf applicable
Source: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study

Contact Details

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

English Language Requirements

TestUG RequirementPG Requirement
IELTS6.0 overall (5.5 each)6.5 overall (6.0 each)
TOEFL iBT80+88+
PTE Academic54+58+
Duolingo95+105+
Source: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study

Admission Timeline & Deadlines

IntakeUG DeadlinePG Deadline
September31 January (UCAS)Varies (Apr–Jul typical)
JanuaryN/ASept–Nov (limited PG)
Source: https://www.ucas.com ; https://www.manchester.ac.uk

Program Details

BEng Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Department of Electrical & Electronic Engineering

University of Manchester

Prog Code:

N/A

Duration:

3 years BEng / 4 years MEng

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

6.0 overall (5.5 each)

TOEFL:

80+

PTE:

54+

*Note:

Fees in GBP. Rates vary.

MSc Finance

Alliance Manchester Business School

University of Manchester

Prog Code:

N/A

Duration:

1 year full-time

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

6.5 overall (6.0 each)

TOEFL:

88+

PTE:

58+

*Note:

Fees in GBP.

BSc Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence

Department of Computer Science

University of Manchester

Prog Code:

N/A

Duration:

3 years BSc / 4 years with Industrial Experience

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

6.0 overall (5.5 each)

TOEFL:

80+

PTE:

54+

*Note:

Industrial placements available.

MSc Public Health

Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health

University of Manchester

Duration:

1 year full-time / 2 years part-time

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

6.5 overall (6.0 each)

TOEFL:

88+

PTE:

58+

*Note:

Fees in GBP.

BSc Environmental Science with Data Analytics

School of Natural Sciences

University of Manchester

Duration:

3 years

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

6.0 overall (5.5 each)

TOEFL:

80+

PTE:

54+

*Note:

Fees in GBP.

MSc International Business & Management

Alliance Manchester Business School

University of Manchester

Duration:

1 year full-time

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

6.5 overall (6.0 each)

TOEFL:

88+

PTE:

58+

*Note:

Fees in GBP.

MSc Data Science (Social Analytics)

Department of Social Statistics, Faculty of Humanities

University of Manchester

Duration:

1 year full-time

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

6.5 overall (6.0 each)

TOEFL:

88+

PTE:

58+

*Note:

Fees in GBP.

Accommodation for Nepali Students

TypeCost (GBP/month)Cost (NPR/month)*
Uni Halls (shared)£450–£750NPR 77,000–128,000
Private shared flat£550–£900NPR 94,000–154,000
Studio apartment£1,000+NPR 171,000+

*£1 = NPR 171.25.
Source: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/discover/accommodation

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