University of Cumbria
A public university in the north west of England with programmes in business, health and education across several campuses.
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Courses (17)
Course titles provided by the university. Fees, entry requirements and current availability are confirmed with the university before you apply.
What are University of Cumbria’s entry requirements for Nepali students? (2027 intake)
Quick answer: For the 2027 intake, University of Cumbria asks Nepali applicants for — International Year One: 12th Grade: 50% or above / GPA 2.4 or above; IELTS: 5.5 overall / 5.5 in each band. International Foundation Year: 12th Grade: GPA 2.0 or 40% or above; IELTS: 5.5 overall / 5.5 in each band. Pre-Masters: 3 Term Pre Masters: Completed Bachelor Degree with a minimum grade of 45%; 2 Term Pre Masters: Completed Bachelor Degree with a minimum grade of 50%. An English test waiver is available for some applicants. Full details are in the table below.
Shared by the university for Nepali applicants for the 2027 intake. Requirements can change and may differ by course — we confirm the current criteria with the university before you apply.
| Requirement | International Year One | International Foundation Year | Pre-Masters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Academic | 12th Grade: 50% or above / GPA 2.4 or above And 12th Math: 50% (2.4 GPA or C+) If no Math in 12th -> 10th Math: 60% (2.8 GPA or C+) | 12th Grade: GPA 2.0 or 40% or above And 10th Math: 2.4 GPA / C+ / 50% | 3 Term Pre Masters: Completed Bachelor Degree with a minimum grade of 45%. 2 Term Pre Masters: Completed Bachelor Degree with a minimum grade of 50% 1 Term Pre Masters: Completed Bachelor Degree with a minimum grade of 55% |
| English test | IELTS: 5.5 overall / 5.5 in each band | IELTS: 5.5 overall / 5.5 in each band | 3 Term PMP Academic IELTS 5.5 no subtest below 5.5 or equivalent 2 Term PMP Academic IELTS 5.5 no subtest below 5.5 or equivalent 1 Term PMP Academic IELTS 6.0 no subtest below 5.5 or equivalent |
| English waiver / MOI | — | — | Medium from one of the following institutions: Tribhuvan University Kathmandu University Pokhara University |
| Study gap | — | — | Considered |
What are the entry requirements for Nepali students at University of Cumbria?
For the 2027 intake, University of Cumbria asks Nepali applicants for — International Year One: 12th Grade: 50% or above / GPA 2.4 or above; IELTS: 5.5 overall / 5.5 in each band. International Foundation Year: 12th Grade: GPA 2.0 or 40% or above; IELTS: 5.5 overall / 5.5 in each band. Pre-Masters: 3 Term Pre Masters: Completed Bachelor Degree with a minimum grade of 45%; 2 Term Pre Masters: Completed Bachelor Degree with a minimum grade of 50%. An English test waiver is available for some applicants.
Can Nepali students apply to University of Cumbria without IELTS?
Some can. University of Cumbria offers an English test waiver for some Nepali applicants — for example: MOI from Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu University or Pokhara University (Pre-Masters). We confirm your eligibility with the university before you apply.
Pathway route: University of Cumbria International Study Centre
If you do not yet meet direct-entry requirements, you can start with a pathway programme at University of Cumbria International Study Centre and progress to the university after completing it. January 2027 criteria for Nepali students:
| Requirement | International Year One | International Foundation Year |
|---|---|---|
| Academic | 12th Grade:50% or above / GPA 2.4 or above AND 12th Math: 50% (2.4 GPA or C+) If no Math in 12th -> 10th Math: 60% (2.8 GPA or C+) | 12th Grade : GPA 2.0 or 40% or above AND 10th Math: 2.4 GPA/ C+/ 50% |
| English test | IELTS: 5.5 overall / 5.5 in each band | IELTS: 5.5 overall / 5.5 in each band |
| English waiver / MOI | N/A | N/A |
| Tuition fee | £16,000 | £16,000 |
| Scholarship | up to £2,000 | up to £2,000 |
Degrees you can progress to (January 2027) (20)
Checking your eligibility
The requirements above can change and may differ by course. Intandem confirms the current criteria with the university, and against your transcript, before any application is submitted.