The recognition of water-related issues as central to development debates worldwide underscores their critical importance to human well-being and broader societal progress. Nepal's unique context, with its diverse ecological, social, technical, and economic landscapes, amplifies the complexity of these challenges. Nepal Engineering College responded to this complexity by establishing a postgraduate course in water resources management aiming to foster professionals with the interdisciplinary skills needed to address the multifaceted nature of water management issues effectively.
By integrating education, research, and knowledge dissemination, the course at Nepal Engineering College is poised to make significant contributions to the understanding and resolution of water-related challenges. Interdisciplinary approaches are particularly crucial in this endeavor, as they enable a more comprehensive understanding of the interconnected social, political, economic, and ecological dimensions of water issues. The demand for human resources in the water sector further underscores the relevance and importance of such educational initiatives. By nurturing a skilled workforce, Nepal can strengthen its capacity for sustainable water management and contribute to broader development goals.
The M.Sc. program in Interdisciplinary Water Resource Management, initiated in November 2007, aims to train technical experts who can tackle emerging water resources management issues through interdisciplinary (technical as well as social, environmental, economic dimensions) knowledge and skills.
The key outcomes of M.Sc in Interdisciplinary Water Resource Management program on their graduates are:
- Comprehensive understanding of the water uses and its management
- Exhibit the ability to plan and execute a project in the related field
- Analyze, evaluate and solve the issues related to the water resources management
Completing the M.Sc. iWRM program equips graduates with a robust skill set, blending technical expertise with interdisciplinary knowledge essential for addressing complex challenges in water resources management. With this comprehensive education, graduates are poised to tackle professional challenges effectively. They possess the capacity to conduct independent research, providing innovative solutions to real-world problems encountered in the field of water resources management. This blend of core technical skills and interdisciplinary understanding empowers them to excel as adept water resources managers, contributing positively to the sustainable management of this vital resource.
Graduates
Our graduates are mostly (but not limited to) working professionals from the government bodies namely DHM, DoED, DOIWR, DoA, NEA, DWSS, KUKL similarly, several from esteemed private firms and NGOs/INGOs.
Following the completion of their degree, a significant portion of them continue to advance in their careers, taking on higher-level responsibilities. Additionally, a notable number of graduates have pursued or are currently pursuing higher degrees at international universities worldwide.
Recognition and Equivalence
Aforementioned governmental institutions recognize the M.Sc. iWRM program for their employee promotion purposes.
Graduates of the M.Sc. iWRM program have achieved significant success, with some attaining positions up to the Joint-Secretary level, the gazette first-class officer rank. Several alumni have reached positions at the under-secretary level, reflecting the program's effectiveness in producing skilled professionals for leadership roles.
Eligibility Criteria
Minimum Bachelor's degree in Science and Technology
➢ Engineering: Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Agriculture Engineering, or other relevant engineering subjects.
➢ Applied Sciences: Environmental Science, Hydrology, Geology, Meteorology, Agriculture, Biotechnology, other relevant applied sciences subjects.
➢ Natural Sciences : with 15 years of education completed from a recognized university or institution, securing a minimum of second-division marks.
Seats
A total of 30 seats is allocated to this program, among which 3-seats are reserved to the university scholarship while other 27 seat are filled on merit basis.
Time and Duration
Course Mode Duration
MSc. iWRM Full-Time, Physical 2 years Regular (4+1) years maximum
Classes are held at nec-CPS premises Prayag pokhari, Lalitpur. Timing of the lectures allocated targeting the working professional so that they can work and learn simultaneously. Timing: 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM in summer and 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM in winter.
Fee Structures
Nepal Engineering College is not-for-profit, non-government, social institute of higher technical education in Nepal. The fees for its programs are kept at nominal levels, intended solely for self-sustainability rather than profit generation. A total of NRs. 405200/-, payable in four installments, covers the course expenses, with no additional miscellaneous fees imposed on students.
Application Procedure
Please follow the link: http://cps.nec.edu.np