Master in Planning and Operation of Energy Systems

• Professional master’s program focused on planning, operating, and optimizing modern energy systems from technical, economic, and policy perspectives.
• Two-year interdisciplinary program under Kathmandu University designed for engineers and working professionals seeking specialization in energy system planning, operation, regulation, finance, and market dynamics.
• Curriculum covers renewable and non-renewable systems, transmission and distribution, storage technologies, energy economics, policy analysis, and commercial operation frameworks.
• Suitable for professionals aiming for leadership roles in utilities, energy industries, regulatory bodies, consulting firms, and development agencies.

CURRICULAR STRUCTURE (TABLE)
(Program outline derived from its stated academic focus)

FEATURES
• Internationally oriented curriculum with technical, commercial, and policy integration.
• Small cohort (≈10 students) for focused training.
• Four scholarships (2 national, 2 international).
• Reserved-seat mechanisms for equitable participation.
• Strong focus on real-world energy markets, planning tools, and operational models.

FEE (TENTATIVE)
• NPR 420,000 total program fee.

ELIGIBILITY
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Environmental, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent engineering program.
• Minimum 50% or 2.5 CGPA (4-point scale).
• Minimum one year relevant work experience.
• Age preferably below 40.
• Leave of absence required for industry-nominated candidates.

ADMISSION CRITERIA
• Two tests:
– Screening test (pass mark: 20)
– Performance test (pass mark: 20)
• Combined minimum score required: 40.
• Scholarships awarded strictly based on test merit.
• Industrial sponsorship applicants are ineligible for scholarships.
• Scholarship applicants who do not pass screening are not admitted under paying category.
• Paying-category admissions based on merit ranking.
• Reserved female seat filled by the highest-scoring female candidate.

PROSPECT CAREERS
• Energy System Planner.
• Power System Operations Engineer.
• Renewable Energy Specialist.
• Energy Analyst (finance, economics, markets).
• Consultant in energy policy, regulation, and planning.
• Project Manager in generation, transmission, or distribution utilities.
• Roles in government energy directorates, electricity authorities, and development organizations.
• Energy-sector researcher.