When it comes to undergraduate and postgraduate studies, the UK comes among the top in the world. It is the choice for students around the world who wish for quality education. This is backed by the fact that the UK boasts several names at the top in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings. Across all global ranking systems, criteria and fields of study, the UK ranks highly for quality of education, student satisfaction and global reputation.

The country also enjoys a great reputation for innovation and world-class research, where you will benefit from the latest facilities alongside a long-standing academic tradition. Many students choose to pursue their higher studies in the UK to also enhance their English language skills and improve their employability. 

A large range of disciplines and specialised fields of study are available in the UK, and they are known across the world for their unmatched academic excellence and quality. They also encourage interactive learning. The courses are continually held to the highest standards of teaching and learning, as evidenced by the frequent inspections the courses get from the Quality Assurance Agency.

The modality of the degrees is a tad bit different from what we have in Nepal, however. Most of the degrees offered by the universities of the UK span 3 or 4 years and are mostly awarded at an honours level. Almost all of the syllabi are also designed to include the best bits of education and study while making room for students to personally develop themselves. 

As a student, you are likely to be given great freedom to explore your ideas and be creative. You may be expected to be an active member of the teaching and learning process, where you will do your research or work in groups with other students for some projects. Education in the UK encourages the development of critical and analytical thinking in every subject, which can be a little daunting for some students at first. However, this develops a deeper understanding of the subject at hand and the communication skills needed. Likewise, the teaching activities include a range of events and interactions from sharing ideas through debates, discussions and quizzes to doing real-time projects. 

Great, but…

We hear you. Despite the education of the UK being the best there is, it is not easy to venture onto the unknown land alone and survive there. The students, while being tempted to pursue a degree in the said country, might not have the privilege (time, money and resources) to go to the UK to study there. So is there any way for such students to get the same quality of education but at a reduced price and in a more accessible way?

YES!

The colleges like AITM have been offering the best of British Education right here in Nepal for a fraction of what it costs in the UK, should you go there for your study. Additionally, programs such as Student Exchange present an opportunity for students who make a worthwhile effort to actually go to the UK and study there in the midst of their span of study. Even for the students who want to move abroad, and experience life there, the British Degree, brought right here at AITM, allows a better option. Graduates with British degrees have a variety of visa options at their disposal. The Post Study Work Visa, often known as the Graduate Route, is now available for people who want to travel to the UK but do so for employment rather than study. Anyone who has earned a degree from a college like AITM that has partnered with institutions in the UK can apply for a visa through this route, which will allow them to live and work in the UK. This implies that by the time they relocate, they will be fully qualified, older, and more financially stable.

So where can I get these degrees?

There are a handful of colleges that provide a British Degree in Kathmandu. Meaning, you can get a good quality British Education right here in Nepal at a reasonable cost. A quick heads up, if you are looking to study IT and are confused to do so in Nepal, head here to weigh the perks of getting a degree in Nepal against doing so abroad. 

For starters, AITM is currently giving out the best of British Education that you can get right here. If your interest lies in an IT course or you are looking for the exact MBA course for topping off your study career, AITM presents you with both opportunities. 

Apart from AITM, Islington College, The British College, ISMT, NAMI, Herald College, and Softwarica College are among the others who offer British Degrees in Nepal.

The Dilemma of Choice

With all the different options in hand, it is in human nature to be confused by multiple choices. In that regard, be assured that AITM brings you the best from the best in terms of education. The courses offered by AITM, are validated by the prestigious Birmingham City University in Birmingham, England. Birmingham City University traces its history back to 1843. After gaining university status in 1992, it has provided the best education in faculties from Arts and Business, all the way to Sciences. The university is home to nearly 24,000 students from over 80 countries. The university ranks in the 30th top universities in the UK universities and 601st in the world ranking by Times Higher Education Ranking.

Our primary focus is research-based study, which gives our students more individualised experiences and develops their cognitive abilities for finding and interpreting analytical conclusions. The Nepal Education Foundation-Consortium of Colleges (NEF-CCN), which oversees a corporate function for this illuminating purpose, is also closely connected to academic overall achievement. The strong relationships we keep with professionals in the business help to further develop and streamline our curriculum. Real-world initiatives carried out in collaboration with business professionals enhance our students' learning in the field. Industry experts are routinely contacted by the School of Management for guest lectures, exams, and job interviews. When we learn from the business entities that our students can delight their esteemed consumers in terms of both products and services, we feel a feeling of success. Our alumni include those who run their own businesses both domestically and overseas.

Furthermore, the programs such as Credit Transfer allow our students to be eligible for Student Exchange Programmes. We believe the program is bound to enable our students to thrive with newer challenges in a newer environment. Not only that, bringing in students from overseas as a part of the said program will allow the students here to experience and look at things from a newer perspective. You can opt-in for an exchange program through which you will be able to transfer your credit and continue your studies at Birmingham City University for the remaining part of your degree.

Similarly, AITM Industry Connect Model looks to bridge the gap between the academic and the corporate sectors by providing students with the necessary skills along with education thereby preparing industry-ready graduates. 

Adding to that, club activities with Hult Prize and Toastmasters’ International give a platform for our students to explore the real world and manage events whilst doing a great deal for personality development for the students themselves. 

AITM also offers Global Industry Certifications that will enable students in developing the skills that they precisely want and aid in refreshing the college curriculum, all while enhancing the employment prospects of the students. Currently, we house courses such as Blockchain Foundations, IFRS (Internation Financial Reporting Standards), Cyber Security, Financial Modeling and Valuation, and Data Visualization (using Power BI and Tableau) which are completely free. In addition, AITM Skill Academy is always bringing in programs that help our students learn skills that make them stand out in the market. 

Alright, but what after the degree?

Students who graduated from Nepal with UK degrees have a better possibility of obtaining UK student visas for further education as well as work prospects. Graduate Route post-study work visas are automatically granted to graduates from any UK university. This is a fantastic opportunity for Nepali students who have earned UK degrees from prestigious universities there since it gives them the chance to study, work, and live in the UK.

In addition, you will have equal employment options in the UK even if you earn a degree endorsed by the university in the UK in Nepal. With such, students will be fully prepared with all the necessary abilities for the demanding work market. You can start applying for jobs in the UK and around the world as soon as you finish your degree with great confidence. Furthermore, if you earn competitive grades, you might also receive job offers from UK-based businesses. Not only that, compared to the degrees offered by the universities in Nepal, such certificates are preferred by employers across the world. So even if you are not aiming for working abroad after your studies, getting a British Degree will benefit your resume along with the necessary skills that you will acquire during the course of your study. 

All the discussion above points to a single idea – pursuing a British Degree right here in Nepal presents a lot of opportunities and benefits. AITM has brought the best of British Education so that you get to experience every perk of it sans the cons that we are presented with shall we go to the UK to study. 

Still not convinced? Let us help you decide the best course for yourself. Visit us at AITM, Khumaltar Heights, Satdobato or contact us at 9849449503.