University of Essex
A research-intensive public university in Colchester, England, with strengths in the social sciences, business, computing and law.
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Subject areas
Subject areas reflect the faculties this university offers. Individual course availability and duration are confirmed per application.
Courses (13)
Course titles provided by the university. Fees, entry requirements and current availability are confirmed with the university before you apply.
What are University of Essex’s fees and entry requirements for Nepali students? (January 2027 intake)
Quick answer: For the January 2027 intake, University of Essex asks Nepali applicants for — Postgraduate: 4-Year Bachelor's Degree: 55% or above / CGPA 2.3 or above; IELTS: 6.0 overall / 5.5 in each band (depending on course); tuition MBA - £28,000 / Other - £24,675. Full details, including fees, scholarships and the CAS deposit, are in the table below.
Shared by the university for Nepali applicants for the January 2027 intake. Fees are per year unless stated. Fees, scholarships and requirements can change and may differ by course — we confirm the current figures with the university before you apply.
| Requirement | Postgraduate |
|---|---|
| Academic | 4-Year Bachelor's Degree: 55% or above / CGPA 2.3 or above |
| English test | IELTS: 6.0 overall / 5.5 in each band (depending on course) PTE: 62 overall / 60 in each band (depending on course) |
| Tuition fee | MBA - £28,000 / Other - £24,675 |
| Scholarship | Up to GPA 3.3 - £1,500 Above GPA 3.3 - £3,500 |
Courses open for the January 2027 intake (21)
What are the entry requirements for Nepali students at University of Essex?
For the January 2027 intake, University of Essex asks Nepali applicants for — Postgraduate: 4-Year Bachelor's Degree: 55% or above / CGPA 2.3 or above; IELTS: 6.0 overall / 5.5 in each band (depending on course); tuition MBA - £28,000 / Other - £24,675.
Can Nepali students apply to University of Essex without IELTS?
For the January 2027 intake, University of Essex has not listed an English test waiver for Nepali applicants, so plan for IELTS, PTE or another accepted test.
How much are University of Essex fees for Nepali students?
For the January 2027 intake: Postgraduate: MBA - £28,000 / Other - £24,675. Fees can change and may differ by course, so we confirm the current fee for your course before you apply.
Does University of Essex offer scholarships to Nepali students?
Yes. For January 2027: Postgraduate: Up to GPA 3.3 - £1,500. Eligibility conditions apply and are confirmed with the university.
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.