Master of Veterinary Science (MVSc)

Master of Veterinary Science (MVSc) at Agriculture and Forestry University is a two-year postgraduate program (maximum 4 years) emphasizing advanced veterinary medicine, clinical skills, and research in animal health and production.

Description
The MVSc program integrates coursework and research with a minimum of 45 credits, including major (15–18), minor (5–10), supporting courses (5–11), seminar (1), and thesis (15). Focus areas include medicine, surgery, theriogenology, pathology, parasitology, pharmacology, microbiology, physiology, anatomy, and livestock production. Classes follow a semester system (two semesters per academic year) with 16 weeks of teaching and 2 weeks of exams per semester. Evaluation is based on 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 allowed under AFU regulations.

Eligibility
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 medicine, theriogenology, pathology, parasitology, pharmacology, microbiology, physiology, surgery, animal science, basic science, anatomy, and general knowledge
Required documents: citizenship/passport, academic transcripts, grade conversion if applicable, recommendation letters, work experience, concept note, sponsorship letter, application fee receipt

Fee structure (NRs.)
Competitive subsidized student: total ~75,000
Competitive full pay student: total ~150,000
Sponsored Nepalese student: total ~290,000
Sponsored foreign student: total ~7,000 USD