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About University of Oxford

Study at the University of Oxford from Nepal 

If you’re aiming to study in the UK from Nepal and looking for something truly world-class — not just in name but in outcomes — the University of Oxford is in a league of its own. 

This isn’t just about prestige or old buildings. It’s about where your education can take you.

From groundbreaking research in AI and medicine to policy-making in governments, an Oxford education opens doors across the globe. 

If you’ve got the academic firepower, the ambition, and the focus — Oxford might just be the platform you’re looking for.

For bright Nepali students — especially those from science, law, economics, politics, and engineering backgrounds — studying at Oxford from Nepal is a realistic and enriching path with the right guidance.

Why Choose the University of Oxford?

  • Location: Oxford is a small, student-friendly city just an hour from London.
  • Industry & Research Links: Tied with NGOs, hospitals, tech labs, and top firms.
  • Career Outcomes: Oxford grads are sought after globally.
  • Global Reputation: Influential in policy, research, and global organisations.
  • International Student Support: Visa help, pre-arrival sessions, advisors, societies.
    Source: https://www.ox.ac.uk

Campuses

  • Oxford has a collegiate system with 39 independent colleges and halls.
  • Each college has its own accommodation, dining, and community.

Source: https://www.ox.ac.uk/visitors/visiting-oxford/visiting-the-colleges

Number of Courses & Levels

  • UG: 50+ undergraduate subjects
  • PG: 350+ graduate programs
  • Research: DPhil (PhD) across all fields

Source: https://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions

Popular Courses for Nepali Students at Oxford

StreamSample CoursesDegree Types
Engineering & TechComputer Science, AI, Civil Engineering, Materials ScienceBEng, MEng, MSc
SciencesBiochemistry, Molecular Medicine, Environmental ScienceBSc, MSc, DPhil
Business & EconomicsEconomics & Management, Global Governance, MBABA, MSc, MBA
Law & PoliticsJurisprudence, PPE, International RelationsBA, BCL, MPhil
Humanities & Social SciHistory, English, Sociology, Development StudiesBA, MPhil, MSc

Explore more: Oxford Course Finder
Source: https://www.ox.ac.uk

Scholarships for Nepali Students

Scholarship NameEligibilityCoverage
Reach Oxford ScholarshipUG from low-income countriesTuition + living + airfare
Clarendon FundPG academic excellenceFull tuition + living allowance
Rhodes ScholarshipPG applicants from NepalFull funding (2 years)
College-specific AwardsMerit and need, college-dependentPartial to full tuition

Source: https://www.ox.ac.uk/students/fees-funding

Campus Life

  • Every student is part of a college, with dorms, dining halls, and traditions.
  • 400+ clubs, including Oxford Nepalese Society (OUNS).
  • Safe, walkable city with libraries, museums, and bike lanes.
  • Festivals, Oxford Union debates, cultural nights.

Source: https://www.ox.ac.uk/students

Notable Alumni

  • Sir Isaac Newton (Scientist)
  • Indira Gandhi (Former PM of India)
  • Malala Yousafzai (Nobel Laureate)
  • Stephen Hawking (Theoretical Physicist)
  • Rishi Sunak (UK Prime Minister)
  • Amartya Sen (Economist)

Source: https://www.ox.ac.uk/about/oxford-people/famous-oxonians

Rankings

  • QS World Rankings 2025: #3 globally
  • THE World Rankings 2025: #1 globally
  • Consistently top in the UK & Europe.

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

Tuition Fees (2025/26)

ProgramTuition Fee (GBP/year)Approx. Fee in NPR*
UG (standard)£30,000 – £38,000NPR 52 – 66 lakh
UG (clinical medicine)£47,000NPR 81 lakh
PG Taught£28,000 – £45,000NPR 49 – 78 lakh
MBA (Saïd Business School)£78,510NPR 135 lakh

*£1 = NPR 172 (Aug 2025).
Source: https://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions

Living Expenses in Oxford

ExpenseMonthly GBPApprox. NPR*
Accommodation (shared)£550–£850NPR 95,000–146,000
Food & Groceries£150–£250NPR 25,000–43,000
Transport (walk/cycle)£30–£60NPR 5,000–10,000
Misc. (books, social)£100–£200NPR 17,000–35,000
Total£850–£1,300NPR 1.47–2.24 lakh

Source: https://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions

Library

  • Oxford has 100+ libraries, including the world-famous Bodleian Library.
  • Millions of books, manuscripts, and digital access.

Source: https://www.bodleian.ox.ac.uk

Placements & Career Support

  • Oxford Careers Service: CV clinics, internships, job fairs.
  • Graduate employment rate: 91% within 15 months.
  • Strong employer connections worldwide.

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

Top Companies Hiring Oxford Graduates

  • Google, Microsoft, IBM
  • McKinsey, PwC, Deloitte
  • Goldman Sachs, Barclays
  • UN, WHO, World Bank
  • BBC, NHS, Oxford Research Centres

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

Graduate Average Salaries

Degree LevelAvg. Salary (GBP/year)
UG£35,000–£40,000
PG£40,000–£55,000
MBA£100,000+
Source: https://www.sbs.ox.ac.uk

Part-Time Jobs

  • Work up to 20 hrs/week in term, full-time in holidays.
  • Jobs: research assistant, tutoring, college dining, and IT support.
  • Oxford Job Portal is available.

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

Upcoming Intakes

  • UG & PG Main Intake: October 2025
  • UG (UCAS): Apply by 15 October 2024
  • PG: Most deadlines in Jan–Feb 2025

Source: https://www.ucas.com ; https://www.ox.ac.uk

Eligibility Criteria

Undergraduate:

  • NEB +2/A-Levels with exceptional grades.
  • Subject-specific requirements.
  • Entrance tests: MAT, LNAT, TSA, etc.
  • IELTS 7.0+ overall.

Postgraduate:

  • Bachelor’s (first-class or upper second; GPA 3.3+).
  • Relevant academic background.
  • Work experience for MBA.
  • IELTS 7.5+ overall.

Source: https://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions

Required Documents

DocumentUGPG
Academic transcriptsNEB/A-LevelsBachelor’s degree
CertificatesSchool leavingGraduation cert.
SOP / Personal StatementRequiredRequired
References1–2 required2 required
CVNot requiredRequired
Test ScoresIELTS/entranceIELTS/TOEFL/PTE
PassportRequiredRequired
Written work/PortfolioCourse-specificCourse-specific
Source: https://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions

Contact Details

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

English Language Requirements

TestUG RequirementPG Requirement
IELTS7.0+ (no band <6.5)7.5+ (no band <7.0)
TOEFL iBT100+110+
PTE Academic76+76–85
DuolingoNot acceptedNot accepted
Source: https://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions

Admission Timeline & Deadlines

StageUG TimelinePG Timeline
Application openSepSept (rolling)
Deadline15 Oct (UCAS)Jan–Feb (most courses)
InterviewsNov–DecCourse-specific
DecisionJan–MarFeb–Apr
IntakeOctoberOctober

Source: https://www.ucas.com ; https://www.ox.ac.uk

Program Details

BA Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE)

Social Sciences Division

University of Oxford

Prog Code:

N/A

Duration:

3 years (BA)

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

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

IELTS:

7.0 overall (min 6.5 each)

TOEFL:

100+

PTE:

76+

*Note:

Competitive admissions; requires TSA test.

BEng/MEng Engineering Science

Department of Engineering Science

University of Oxford

Prog Code:

N/A

Duration:

3 years BEng or 4 years MEng

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

7.0 overall (min 6.5 each)

TOEFL:

100+

PTE:

76+

*Note:

Requires MAT admissions test.

BA Law (Jurisprudence)

Faculty of Law

University of Oxford

Prog Code:

N/A

Duration:

3 years BA / 4 years (Law with Law Studies in Europe)

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

7.0 overall (min 6.5 each)

TOEFL:

100+

PTE:

76+

*Note:

Requires LNAT admissions test.

BSc Biochemistry (Molecular and Cellular)

Department of Biochemistry

University of Oxford

Duration:

4 years (integrated master’s MBiochem)

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

7.0 overall (min 6.5 each)

TOEFL:

100+

PTE:

76+

*Note:

Strong Chemistry/Math background required.

MSc Computer Science

Department of Computer Science

University of Oxford

Duration:

12 months full-time

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

7.5 overall (min 7.0 each)

TOEFL:

110+

PTE:

76+

*Note:

Highly competitive; requires GRE for some applicants.

MSc Global Governance and Diplomacy

Department of International Development

University of Oxford

Duration:

9 months full-time

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

7.5 overall (min 7.0 each)

TOEFL:

110+

PTE:

76+

*Note:

Strong social sciences background required.

MBA (Saïd Business School)

Saïd Business School

University of Oxford

Duration:

1 year full-time

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

7.5 overall (min 7.0 each)

TOEFL:

110+

PTE:

76+

*Note:

Requires minimum 3 years’ work experience + GMAT/GRE.

Accommodation for Nepali Students

TypeCost (GBP/month)Cost (NPR/month)*
College Halls (shared)£550–£850NPR 95,000–146,000
Private flat (shared)£700–£1,000NPR 120,000–172,000
Studio Apartment£1,100+NPR 190,000+

*£1 = NPR 172.
Source: https://www.ox.ac.uk/accommodation

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