BSc Applied Physics

Undergraduate science program focused on the application of fundamental physics to modern technologies, preparing graduates for technical industries and advanced study.
Four-year applied physics curriculum integrating core physics, mathematics, statistics, and computational methods with application areas such as microelectronics, optics, instrumentation, and modeling. The program builds conceptual depth in physical laws while training students to apply these laws in engineering-oriented and technology-driven environments. Graduates develop quantitative reasoning, laboratory competence, computational literacy, and domain-specific applied skills suitable for technical sectors and research pathways.

Curricular structure (condensed table)

Features
• Strong grounding in fundamental physics linked to real-world technological applications.
• Balance of theory, experimentation, simulation, and instrumentation.
• Training aligned with semiconductor, microelectronics, optics, and communication industries.
• Research exposure in emerging fields: photonics, ultrafast physics, laser systems, computational modeling.
• Pathways to industry roles or further study (MSc, PhD, engineering-aligned postgraduate programs).
• Limited scholarships and financial aid for eligible students.

Fee
NPR 698,000 (tentative)

Eligibility
• 10+2/I.Sc. or equivalent with at least 50% aggregate.
• Minimum 50% in PCM or Physics–Mathematics–Computer Science.

Admission process (points)
• Meet academic eligibility (50% aggregate; 50% in PCM/PMC).
• Apply through Kathmandu University School of Science.
• Sit for required entrance screening as announced by KU.
• Merit-based selection upon completion of admission steps

Job prospects
• Semiconductor and microelectronic device industry.
• Photonics, lasers, and optoelectronics.
• Sensor and instrumentation development.
• Computational physics, modeling, and simulation roles.
• Telecommunications and signal-related industries.
• Product design and applied technology development.
• Materials science laboratories.
• Software and scientific computing roles.
• Environmental physics, ultrasonics, acoustics.
• Geophysics, medical physics, biophysics.
• Research and development in labs, universities, and tech startups.