Masters in Veterinary Science in Nepal, also called Veterinary Science, is a two-year academic program at Agriculture and Forestry University(AFU).

M.V.SC. is a branch of medical science that deals with diagnosing, treating, and preventing disease, disorder, and injury in non-humans such as animals and birds. 

Only two universities in Nepal offer the Master of Veterinary programs in Nepal — Tribhuvan University (TU) and Agriculture and Forestry University (AFU).

The veterinary science graduates can work in various areas, from government animal husbandry departments, poultry farms, dairy farms, wildlife sanctuaries, and zoos to other managerial and entrepreneurship areas.

Key Takeaways of Master of Veterinary Science in Nepal

Admission Requirements to study Master of Veterinary Science in Nepal

Eligibility for admission

Applicant must have passed Bachelor in Veterinary Science and Animal Health, securing at least second division. 

Applicants must appear and pass the entrance examination held by the respective university.

Admission Procedure

Candidates can apply to the M.V.Sc. program by online filling out the entrance examination form. 

The completed application forms, including the documents and credentials, must be submitted within the notified deadline.

Required Documents and Credentials

1. Citizenship No. /Passport Complete academic certificates and transcripts (from S.L.C. to above degrees.)
2. Migration Certificate (if graduated from another university than TU)
3. Equivalence Certificate (if graduated from another university than TU)
4. Grade conversion certificate (if marks are mentioned on a GRADE basis)
5. PP size recent photo (3 copies)
6. Official Release Letter & Recommendation Letters
7. Work Experience Letter
8. Concept Note of Proposed Study
9. Letter of Sponsorship (Funded by sponsoring agencies)
10. According to the preferred university, the application fee was paid on receipt (from the AFU or IAAS account section).

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Entrance Examination

Students must appear and pass an entrance examination conducted by either TU or AFU to be eligible to study Master of Veterinary Science in Nepal. 

Subjectwise Weightage of Entrance Examination for M. V. Sc as per Agriculture and Forestry University

The written test includes a  total of 90 multiple-choice/ objective questions. Questions are based on the 7 subjects usually studied in B.V.Sc.

Below is the list of distribution of questions and marks allotted among those subjects:

Subjectwise Weightage of Entrance Examination for M. V. Sc  as per Tribhuvan University (TU)

An entrance examination held by TU is of 100 total marks.  Students must secure atleast 50 marks to be eligible for admission. 

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) of 100 marks will be asked from the following areas of this subject.

Academic Calendar of Master of Veterinary Science as per AFU

(Note: Academic calendar for every year is subject to change and will be adjusted according to Dashain, Tihar and Chhat holidays.)

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Master of Veterinary Science in Nepal Course Details

The Cumulative passing Grade Point Average (CGPA) is a minimum of 2.5 for the M.V.Sc. Program.

If the student scores less than the passing CGPA, they will be disqualified from getting the degree.

However, aspirants can reappear in any subject they choose until they attain the minimum required CGPA to get the degree.

Upon completing the degree, a transcript with a Dissertation topic with a satisfactory grade will be provided.

CGPA: M.Sc. Level

3.8 and above: Distinction

3.5 and above:    First division

2.5 and above:    Second division

Credit Transfer and Enrollment Criteria of AFU

Agriculture and Forestry University accepts credit transfers of students from different universities. Some of the fundamentals for credit transfer and enrolment are as follows:

• M.Sc. /PhD. students enrolled at other universities can apply to AFU for enrollment with their completed credit credentials.
• AFU might accept students with credit transfers based on AFU’s credit requirements and regulations.
• Such students should pay the admission fees and registration fees as required.

Offered Disciplines of Master of Veterinary Science in Nepal

Currently, M. V. Sc. degree is provided in the following disciplines:

• Epidemiology and Veterinary
• Public Health
• Veterinary Medicine
• Microbiology
• Veterinary Pharmacology
• Veterinary Parasitology
• Veterinary Pathology
• Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics

Colleges offering  Master of Veterinary Science in Nepal

Only two universities in Nepal offer the Master of Veterinary programs in Nepal — Tribhuvan University (TU) and Agriculture and Forestry University (AFU).

Under TU, only the Rampur campus in Chitwan offers this program to the students. Meanwhile, AFU provides this course under the Animal Science, VeterinaryScience and Fisheries faculty.

 Master of Veterinary Science in Nepal Fee Structure as per AFU

Career and Job Prospects of  Master of Veterinary Science in Nepal

The veterinary doctor is one of the respected professions. With the rise in the trend of keeping an animal as a pet and animal husbandry, veterinary science has an even wider reach than before. 

M.V.Sc. graduates can involve themselves in Public Health, Entrepreneurship, Education, Physiotherapy / Chiropractic / Acupuncture, Writing, etc.

 Some of the popular job options after completion of a post-graduate Veterinary course are:

• Animal Care Specialist
• Animal Support Technician
• P/T Animal Care Attendant
• Veterinary Technician Assistant
• Kennel Assistant
• Veterinary Services Coordinator
• Veterinary receptionist
• Veterinary technician
• Associate Veterinarian
• Veterinarian
• Veterinary practice manager

Upon completing, Master's in Veterinary Science, students can further pursue a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Animal Science and be part of other research or work as educators or lecturers.