M.Sc. in Chemistry

M.Sc. in Chemistry

The M.Sc. in Chemistry is a prestigious and highly sought-after professional degree program that offers profound knowledge and expertise in the field of chemistry. Designed for individuals with a strong scientific background, this program encompasses advanced courses, laboratory work, and research projects to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of chemistry. Through an extensive curriculum that covers subjects such as organic chemistry, physical chemistry, inorganic chemistry, and analytical techniques, students acquire a deep understanding of the key concepts and principles underpinning this scientific discipline. Additionally, they gain hands-on experience through laboratory experiments that develop their practical skills and enhance their problem-solving abilities. The M.Sc. in Chemistry equips graduates with the necessary tools to pursue various career paths in academia, industry, research institutions, or governmental organizations as chemists, researchers, educators, or consultants. This program not only prepares individuals to contribute to the advancement of chemical sciences but also empowers them to address complex challenges facing our society through innovative solutions driven by scientific knowledge.

Master’s Degree in Chemistry (M. Sc.) is a two years duration program. The total marks in theory and laboratory works in M. Sc. first part are 500. Similarly the total marks in theory, laboratory work and/or dissertation in M. Sc. second part are 500.

During second year session, students may choose an area of specialization in one of the three separate streams: Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry and Inorganic Chemistry while in first year all students are in one general stream. The second year students may choose one of the following papers as elective subject: Spectroscopy, Nuclear Chemistry, Natural Product Chemistry and Food Chemistry.

In context of emerging new developments in Chemistry, the Department is doing homework in introducing more courses as electives in future.

ELIGIBILITY

Candidates seeking admission to the M. Sc. Degree must hold a B. Sc. degree with major in Chemistry from Tribhuvan University (TU) or an equivalent Degree from the Universities recognized by the TU.

They must be qualified in the Entrance Test conducted by the Department. Candidates seeking to admit in the Ph. D. program must have an M. Sc. degree in Chemistry from TU or an equivalent Degree from the University recognized by the TU.

MSc Chemistry Entrance Examination 

  1. The weightage of the entrance examination will be 100 full marks, and the duration will be 2 hours. Questions are asked according to the B.Sc Chemistry syllabus prescribed by the committee.
  2. The questions will be Objective or Multiple choice questions (MCQs). Each question will carry 1 (one) weightage.
  3. 35% marks must be obtained to pass the entrance examination.

ADMISSION CRITERIA

  1. Students must attend and pass the entrance examination.
  2. Pass mark for the entrance examination is 35%.
  3. Students will be enrolled on the basis of merit. Merit list is published on the basis of both marks obtained in Bachelor level and entrance examination.
    Merit list: = 20% (marks obtained in B.Sc) + 80 % (marks secured in entrance examination)

In Central department and constituent campuses of Tribhuvan University; out of total available seats 80% seats will be filled from free competition and 20% from reserved (inclusive) category.

Students who want to compete from proportional representation category must fulfilled following criteria.

  • Passed SLC from community schools
  • Students who are permanent resident of backward region must have passed SLC from the same region
  • Students must have passed Bachelor level from constitutent campus of Tribhuvan University or Community campuses.