Study in Bhutan

Who this applies to

Students in Bhutan. English-medium; federated national university + specialized universities + private colleges.

Governing authority

Bhutan Qualifications & Professionals Certification Authority (BQPCA); Royal University of Bhutan (national, federated).

Degree system

Bachelor 3–4 yrs · Master · limited PhD. English-medium; class-12 board (BHSEC) entry.

Admission

How

Bhutan Higher Secondary Education Certificate (class 12) + merit ranking for government-funded seats; international students apply directly.

Language

English.

Tuition

Public

Government-funded (merit) + self-funded seats at RUB colleges.

Note

RUB is a federated university of ~11 colleges spread across Bhutan; English-medium throughout the national education system.

Student visa & residence permit

Student visa/permit for non-nationals.

Scholarships

Royal Government scholarships; India/Colombo Plan scholarships.

Sources & references

• RUB — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Royal_University_of_Bhutan (2026-06-12)
• system — https://www.eclbs.eu/post/list-of-universities-in-bhutan (2026-06-12)