MSc in Physics

Short description
Two-year graduate program structured to build advanced theoretical, experimental, and applied physics competence.

Description
Curriculum spans core theoretical physics, laboratory training, applied domains, and a dissertation. Coverage includes mathematical physics, classical mechanics, quantum mechanics, electrodynamics, statistical physics, condensed-matter physics, optics and photonics, biophysics, plasma physics, computational physics, and electives linked to nanomaterials, particle physics, medical physics, high-performance computing, engineering physics, and instrumentation. Program runs with evening theory classes in Lalitpur and practical sessions in Dhulikhel.

Curricular structure (table)

Elective courses
Physics of Nanomaterials • Particle Physics • Medical Physics • High-Performance Computing • Engineering Physics • Instrumentation

Features
• Balanced theoretical, applied, and experimental coursework
• CERN-supported components (particle physics, HPC)
• Strong research culture in plasma physics and materials science
• Low student–faculty ratio enabling deep academic engagement
• Evening theory classes for accessibility
• Interdisciplinary exposure across science and engineering departments

Fee
Approx. NPR 475,000 (tentative).

Admission process (points)
• Bachelor’s degree in Physics or closely related field with ≥50%
• 16 years of schooling required
• Departmental screening exam
• Personal interview
• Submission of CV and cover letter
• Demonstration of English proficiency (intermediate or higher)

Job prospects
• Physicist (applied and theoretical)
• Research associate in plasma physics, materials science, optics, photonics, nanomaterials
• Medical physics trainee (institution dependent)
• High-performance computing roles
• Engineering and instrumentation industries
• Academic teaching positions
• Government and industrial R&D units
• Pathway to MPhil/PhD