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Why Choose University of Cumbria?
- Employability: Ranked No.1 in the Northwest and Top 10 in the UK for graduates entering employment or further study within 15 months (HESA 2024).
- Teaching Excellence: Awarded Silver overall in the Teaching Excellence Framework 2023.
- Quality Education: Ranked 2nd in the Northwest for quality education (Times Impact Rankings 2022).
- Strong Subject Rankings: Four subject areas ranked in the Top 30 (Guardian University Guide 2025), including Law (15th), Physiotherapy (17th), Health Professions (23rd), and Zoology (26th).
- Supportive Learning Environment: The International College offers small class sizes, university-style teaching with qualified teachers, dedicated personal tutors, and access to all university facilities from day one.
Programs of Studies
Pathway Programs (via University of Cumbria International College)
International Foundation Year (IFY)
These programs enable students to study core modules in their first year and offer progression into the first year of the undergraduate degree upon successful completion.
Pathways
- Business
- Law & Social Sciences
- Computer Science
- Health & Medical Biosciences
Progression Degrees
- Business & Management: BSc (Hons) International Business Management, BSc (Hons) Business Management.
- Computer Science: BSc (Hons) Computer Science
- Health & Medical Biosciences: BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science, BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care
International Year One (IYO)
Equivalent to the first year of an undergraduate degree, leading to entry into the second year.
Pathways
- Business & Management
- Computer Science.
Progression Degrees
- Business & Management: BSc (Hons) International Business Management, BSc (Hons) Business Management.
- Computer Science: BSc (Hons) Computer Science.
Pre-Master’s: Prepares students for postgraduate study
Pathways
- Business & Social Sciences
Progression Degrees
- MA Outdoor and Experiential Learning
- MA Education/Education Leadership
- MBA, MSc International Management
- MA Literature
- Romanticism and the English Lake District
- MSc Psychology Legal & Criminological.
Direct Entry Programs
Popular Bachelor’s Degree Areas
- Health (e.g., Diagnostic Radiography, Physiotherapy)
- Sports
- Social Work
- Teaching
- Business
- Law
- Science (e.g., Wildlife Media, Conservation, Forestry, Outdoor Studies)
- Arts
- Creativity
- Tourism
- Policing
- Engineering
- Computer Science
- Psychology
Popular Master’s Degree Areas
- MBA (including specialist options like Tourism Management)
- International Management, Education
- Conservation Management
- Forestry Management
- Outdoor and Experiential Learning
- Psychology (various specialisms)
- Public Health, Nursing (Pre-Registration)
Entry Requirements for Students from Nepal
Specific entry requirements for Nepalese students were not explicitly detailed in the provided search results for all program types at the University of Cumbria. Requirements often vary by country and course. However, general information and examples for international students include:
Program Type | Academic Requirements | English Language Requirements |
International Foundation Year (IFY) | Completed the Higher Secondary School Certificate (Year 12) with an aggregate score of 40% or a GPA of 2.0 or above | Academic IELTS 5.5 overall (no subtest below 5.5). |
International Year One | Completed the Higher Secondary School Certificate (Year 12) with an aggregate score of 50% or a GPA of 2.4 or above. | Academic IELTS 5.5 overall (no subtest below 5.5). |
Pre-Master’s | 3 Term Programme: Completed Bachelor Degree with a minimum grade of 45% 2 Term Programme: Completed Bachelor Degree with a minimum grade of 50% 1 Term Programme: Completed Bachelor Degree with a minimum grade of 55% | 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 |
Direct Bachelor’s | Students must have completed the Higher Secondary School Certificate (Year 12) with GPA 2.8 or 60% or above | Typically IELTS 6.0 overall (no band less than 5.5), but can vary by course. |
Direct Master’s | First division (60% plus) in Bachelors degree when studied for a minimum of 4 years. | Typically IELTS 6.5 overall (no band less than 5.5 or 6.0 depending on the course). |
Tuition fees & Scholarships
Program Type | Tuition Fee (Indicative, may be subject to increase) | Scholarships | Scholarship Criteria |
International Foundation Year | £14,900 (2 Semesters) | £3,000 available | Upon meeting the entry requirements. |
International Year One | £14,900 (2 Semesters) | £3,000 available | Upon meeting the entry requirements. |
Pre-Master’s (3 Terms) | £14,500 | £3,000 available | Upon meeting the entry requirements. |
Pre-Master’s (2 Terms) | £12,000 | £3,000 available | Upon meeting the entry requirements. |
Pre-Master’s (1 Term) | £9,500 | £3,000 available | Upon meeting the entry requirements. |
Direct Bachelor’s/Master’s | Varies by course | Global Scholarships: Up to £2,500; Global Health and Wellbeing Scholarship worth £4000 for Undergraduate Nursing programmes (this award cannot be used in conjunction with any other scholarships or discounts). | Varies |