The University of the West of Scotland (UWS) is a public university based in Scotland, United Kingdom, and is recognized for its career-focused education and learning approach. It offers contemporary learning approaches and international standards to prepare students for the workforce, not only in Nepal but also across the world. UWS is affiliated with various colleges across the world and provides UK education to the local population through these affiliated colleges.

For Nepali students, UWS offers an excellent chance to achieve a British university degree in Nepal, offering quality education as well as cost-effective international qualification routes.

Programs Offered Globally

The University of the West of Scotland offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Some of the courses offered by the university include:

Business and Management
Computing and Information Technology
Hospitality and Tourism Management
Marketing and Digital Media
Accounting and Finance
Human Resource Management
Project Management
Graphic Design and Creative Industries

Such programs provide students with academic theory as well as practical training that is applicable in the industry, thus making them ready for the workforce at both the national and international levels.

Programs Offered in Nepal

UWS has affiliated colleges in Nepal that offer the following programs:

Undergraduate Programs

BBA (Hons) Business Administration
BSc (Hons) Hospitality and Tourism Management
BSc in Information Technology (BScIT)

Postgraduate Programs

MBA (Master of Business Administration)

These programs follow the curriculum and academic standards of UWS, providing students with an internationally recognized degree while studying in Nepal.

Colleges in Nepal Offering These Programs

The following colleges offer the University of the West of Scotland programs in Nepal:

Stamford College – Tinkune, Kathmandu
- BBA (Hons) Business Administration
- BSc (Hons) Hospitality and Tourism Management
- BSc in Information Technology (BScIT)
- MBA
London College – Tinkune, Kathmandu
- BBA (Hons) Business Administration
- BSc (Hons) Hospitality and Tourism Management
- BSc in Information Technology (BScIT)
Stamford College – Santinagar, Kathmandu
- BBA (Hons) Business Administration
- BSc (Hons) Hospitality and Tourism Management

These colleges will provide the same academic quality for the Nepali students as is provided for the students studying in the UK.

Admission Requirements

Undergraduate Programs

Completion of +2 / Grade 12 or equivalent qualification
Submission of academic transcripts and other necessary documents
Minimum academic scores as per the college requirements

Postgraduate Programs (MBA)

Completion of a recognized bachelor’s degree
Submission of necessary academic documents

Admission is based on merit and eligibility criteria set by the affiliated college.

Learning Approach & Facilities

Programs offered by the university’s affiliates in Nepal emphasize the following aspects:

Project-based learning and practical assignments
Internships and industry exposure
Guidance from experienced faculty members and industry experts
Leadership skills, critical thinking skills, and global business skills

The programs aim to provide practical knowledge to the students with academic standards recognized worldwide to help them build a career in the fields of business, information technology, hospitality, and tourism.