MSc Interdisciplinary Water Resource Management | PU (Pokhara)

Overview

Pokhara University offers a two-year Master of Science in Interdisciplinary Water Resource Management program. This program provides interdisciplinary knowledge and skills to respond to emerging challenges in water resource management. It is a two-year, four-semester academic program that oversees the knowledge of water science, society and water, technological application in water resources, economics, conflicts in water management issues, risk and disaster management induced from water, integrated water resource management, and research methods. This program provides management of water resources for maximizing economic and social welfare without compromising the sustainability of the vital ecosystems specifically.

Objectives of MSc Interdisciplinary Water Resource Management

The key objectives of MSc in Interdisciplinary Water Resource Management program for students are mentioned below:
  • To furnish a comprehensive understanding of the water use and its management
  • To exhibit the ability to plan and execute a project in the related field
  • To analyze, evaluate and solve the issues related to the resources management
  • To encourage life-long learning and conduct research

Admission Requirements in MSc Interdisciplinary Water Resource Management

Candidates interested in pursuing MSc in Interdisciplinary Water Resource Management program should meet the following requirements:
  • Interested candidates must have to complete bachelor level in Science and Technology with from the college/ board/ university recognized by Pokhara University (PoU)
  • Must have to appear the in entrance test conducted by the Pokhara University (PoU)
  • Candidates must have to attend a personal interview with the representative of respective college or university

Fee Structure

Total cost: Rs 405,200 

Career and Scope

The graduates of MSc IWRM degree can work as hydrologists, supervisors or experts in different sectors, Regular Resource Managers, geologists, and aquaconservation specialist. Such as in natural counseling firms, in mechanical waste aqua treatment offices, and in hydro engineering organizations. Graduates can also work in local water resource offices or in government organizations.