Poudyal, Dinesh. 2025. Immigration Integration Policies and Nepalese Migrants’ Integration in the UK. Doctoral thesis, Goldsmiths, University of London [Thesis]

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In recent times, international migration has become a global phenomenon, necessitating specific policies for the immigration and integration of diverse immigrant populations. Considering this fact, European countries, including the United Kingdom, have adjusted their integration policies in response to changing immigration patterns.

Against the backdrop of distinct diplomatic ties between Nepal and the United Kingdom and immigration and integration policies adopted by the UK, my research explores the multidimensional immigration and integration experiences of different visa trajectories of Nepalese in the UK. More specifically, it sheds light on how diverse integration patterns emerge based on factors such as visa categories, ethnicity, gender, age, skills and British integration policies.

I argue that examining the real-life integration experiences of Nepalese migrants can offer valuable insights and address the lack of emphasis on this specific group. This is important for informing policies and understanding the complexities of immigration and integration. The study underscores the necessity of dedicated scholarship on the immigration and integration of Nepalese migrants. It aims to provide insights into multi-level policy approaches targeting the needs and interests of non-colonial ethnic minority groups within broader British society.

The research uses in-depth interviews as the primary data collection method, drawing from the researcher's own immigration experiences. Thematic and narrative analysis reveals significant patterns and insights, while the inclusion of real-life cases adds depth to the investigation. The study contributes to understanding the immigration and integration of Nepalese migrants in the UK, highlighting the need to distinguish different migrant groups and employ intersectional investigations rather than implementing one-size-fits-all policies.

Item Type:	Thesis (Doctoral)
Keywords:	International Migration, Immigration, Integration, Integration Policies, Nepalese Immigrants
Departments, Centres and Research Units:	Sociology
Date:	28 February 2025
Item ID:	38678
Date Deposited:	04 Apr 2025 12:42
Last Modified:	04 Apr 2025 12:42
URI:	https://research.gold.ac.uk/id/eprint/38678

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