The British College Secures Landmark BAC Re-Accreditation: Elevating Nepal’s Higher Education Standards Until 2030

18th June 2026, Kathmandu

The British College Kathmandu (TBC) remains the first and the only college in Nepal to be awarded re-accreditation by the British Accreditation Council (BAC), one of the United Kingdom’s most respected independent quality assurance bodies for further and higher education.

British College BAC Re-Accreditation

The accreditation, valid until 31 May 2030, follows a comprehensive institutional inspection conducted by a team of BAC inspectors from the United Kingdom. The review assessed every aspect of the college’s operations, including academic programmes, teaching quality, governance, student support, learning resources, campus facilities, online provision, extracurricular activities, and graduate employability.

For more than four decades, BAC has set rigorous standards for educational quality and institutional effectiveness across the UK and internationally. Accreditation is awarded only to institutions that demonstrate strong academic systems, effective governance, robust quality assurance processes, and a clear commitment to continuous improvement.

To achieve accreditation, institutions must successfully meet BAC’s stringent standards across six key areas:

• Governance, Strategy and Financial Management
• General and Academic Management and Administration
• Teaching, Learning, and Assessment
• Student Support, Guidance, and Progression
• Premises, Facilities, and Learning Resources
• Quality Management, Assurance, and Enhancement

Importantly, BAC accreditation is not a one-time recognition. Accredited institutions are subject to ongoing monitoring and periodic inspections to ensure they continue to meet BAC’s standards and maintain educational excellence throughout the accreditation period.

The achievement represents a major milestone not only for The British College but also for Nepal’s higher education sector. It provides independent international validation that the institution operates in accordance with globally recognised standards and best practices in higher education.

Commenting on the achievement, Dr Declan P. Bannon, Academic Dean at The British College, said the accreditation recognises the strength of the institution’s academic systems and the dedication of its faculty and professional teams. He noted that the outcome provides further assurance to students and parents that quality and academic excellence remain central to the college’s mission.

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Lucy Fox, Deputy Chief Executive from the British Accreditation Council:

““BAC accreditation demonstrates that an institution has undergone a rigorous independent assessment against the BAC accreditation scheme standards, covering areas such as academic management, quality assurance, student welfare and institutional governance.

Accreditation reflects a commitment to maintaining clear standards and supporting a quality student experience. The British College has been accredited by BAC since 2021, and we congratulate the institution on its successful re-accreditation.”

Rajen Kandel, CEO and Founder of The British College and British Education Group, described the accreditation as a landmark achievement for Nepal’s higher education sector. He emphasised that the institution will continue to adopt international best practices while contributing to the advancement of higher education in Nepal.

As a member of the British Education Group, The British College has built its reputation through internationally recognised degree programmes, partnerships with leading UK universities, industry engagement, and a commitment to graduate success. The BAC accreditation further validates these efforts and reinforces the institution’s standing within the global higher education community.

Earlier this year, the college faced a coordinated campaign by an organised group that sought to spread misinformation and mount an extortion attempt against the institution, leading to some disruptions, multiple arrests, and legal proceedings against the perpetrators. Following a comprehensive independent inspection by a team of UK inspectors, the College has been awarded accreditation until 2030.

The outcome provides independent international validation of the College’s standards and operations. It sends a clear message to students, parents, employers, academic partners, and the wider public that The British College continues to meet globally recognised benchmarks for educational quality and institutional effectiveness.

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