Master of Engineering in Earthquake

Short Description
Two-year advanced engineering program specializing in structural dynamics, soil dynamics, seismic design, risk assessment and earthquake-resistant technologies to prepare experts for Nepal’s high-risk seismic environment.

Description
Program develops engineers capable of analyzing earthquake motion, designing seismic-resistant structures and conducting hazard and risk assessments using modern analytical, probabilistic and statistical approaches. Curriculum integrates theoretical modeling, practical training, field exposure and research. Its purpose is to strengthen national and global capacity for earthquake-safe infrastructure and produce specialists ready for research, consultancy and professional engineering practice.

Curricular Structure (Summary Table)

Features
• Designed for Nepal’s seismic zone V context.
• Strong technical focus on advanced modeling, structural behavior under dynamic loads and geotechnical response.
• Emphasis on hazard, risk prediction and management.
• Research-oriented with integration of field work and analytical studies.
• Produces specialists able to contribute to earthquake-resilient national development.

Eligibility
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 50% or C+ (CGPA 2.40).
• Entrance exam required; minimum 45% in PU entrance for selection.
• Foreign certificates require equivalency documentation

Job Prospects
• Earthquake engineer
• Seismic engineering consultant
• Project manager
• Senior geotechnical engineer
• Senior structural engineer
• Technical director