MSc in Animal Science

M.Sc. in Animal Science at Agriculture and Forestry University (AFU) is a two-year postgraduate program (maximum 4 years) focusing on advanced animal science, research methodology, and practical skills in livestock production, nutrition, breeding, and aquaculture.

Description
The program integrates coursework and research with a minimum requirement of 45 credits, including major (15–18), minor (5–10), supporting courses (5–11), seminar (1), and thesis (15). It emphasizes animal nutrition, breeding, biotechnology, dairy management, aquaculture, and social sciences in agriculture. Classes follow a semester system (two semesters per academic year) with 16 weeks of teaching and 2 weeks of exams per semester. Evaluation is via internal assessment, final exams, and thesis defense. CGPA minimum 2.5 required for degree; distinctions awarded for CGPA ≥3.8. Credit transfer from other universities is allowed under AFU regulations.

Eligibility
B.Sc. in Agriculture, Animal Science, or B.V.Sc. & A.H. with at least second division
Nepalese or foreign students may apply, with sponsored category options

Admission process
Notice published in national newspaper and AFU website
Online application via AFU portal
Merit-based selection: 90% entrance exam, 10% undergraduate aggregate
Entrance exam: 90 multiple-choice questions covering animal nutrition, dairy, breeding, biotechnology, aquaculture, social sciences, basic sciences, and general knowledge
Required documents: citizenship/passport, academic transcripts, grade conversion if applicable, recommendation letters, concept note, sponsorship letter, application fee receipt