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Master in Civil Engineering |

The Master of Engineering program in Nepal is a two-year, four-semester graduate course available at four prominent universities:

  • Tribhuvan University (TU)
  • Kathmandu University (KU)
  • Pokhara University (PoU)
  • Purbanchal University (PU)

This postgraduate curriculum provides comprehensive theoretical and practical insights into various specialized domains of engineering, including fields like civil engineering, architectural engineering, mechanical engineering, computer engineering, and others.

Prospective graduate students who have achieved the completion of a bachelor's degree and aspire to undertake a master's program in engineering are afforded a diverse array of specialization options for their postgraduate pursuits. Within the domain of civil engineering, a wide range of fields open up for advanced study. These include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • M.Sc. in Structural Engineering
  • M.Sc. in Environmental Engineering
  • M.Sc. in Water Resources Engineering
  • M.Sc. in Geotechnical Engineering
  • M.Sc. in Transportation Engineering
  • M.Sc. Program in Disaster Risk Management
  • M.Sc. Program in Construction Management
  • M.Sc. in Hydropower Engineering

Fee Structure: -

The cost of pursuing Master of Civil Engineering in Nepal varies depending upon various disciplines and universities. The approximate fees charged by the different universities in Nepal for the Master of Civil Engineering in Nepal are structured below:

UNIVERSITY COST
TRIBHUVAN UNIVERSITY Rs.4,50,000 to Rs.5,00,000
KATHMANDU UNIVERSITY Rs.4,00,000 to Rs.5,00,000
PURBANCHAL UNIVERSITY Rs.6,50,000 to Rs.8,50,000
POKHARA UNIVERSITY N/A

Admission Requirements in Master in Civil Engineering

Eligibility Criteria: -

For admission to the Master of Engineering program in Nepal, candidates need to meet the following requirements:

  • Prospective students should have obtained a Bachelor's degree in the relevant field with a minimum of a second division.
  • Applicants are also required to successfully pass the entrance examination conducted by the respective universities offering the program. This entrance examination serves as a measure of the candidate's aptitude and suitability for advanced engineering studies.

Career and Scope

Graduates holding a Master of Engineering degree in Civil Engineering are well-positioned to access multiple career opportunities and employment prospects both within Nepal and on an international scale. This increasing demand for civil engineers stems from the nation's ongoing infrastructure enhancements, urbanization trends, and the modernization of construction initiatives.

In Nepal’s context, Master of Civil Engineering graduates can work as a:

  • Structural Engineer
  • Construction Project Manager
  • Geotechnical Engineer
  • Water Resources Engineer
  • Urban Planner
  • Environmental Engineer