INSTITUTE OF FORESTRY

Kirtipur, Kathmandu, Nepal

Master of Science in Forestry

Program Overview

Whether your dream is to shape national and global forest and environmental policies, lead multinational conservation projects, or innovate in resource management, the Master of Science in Forestry gives you the toolkit to boss up nationally and internationally.

IoF blends academic excellence with real field‑based learning, with educational tours from dense tropical to alpine forests above 4000 metres. You won't just be reading about trees and forests in a library; you'll be out there in nature doing applied research that matters, backed by a rigorous Research Assessment Committee that ensures your thesis during the last semester is of academic significance.

With a strong focus on academic excellence, field‑based learning, and applied research, this program prepares you to become leaders in environmental conservation, forestry policy, and resource management at both national and international levels.

Duration

2 years (4 semesters)


Degree

Master of Science in Forestry


Campuses

Pokhara · Hetauda · School of Forestry & NRM

Admission Details

Eligibility Criteria

Minimum of 45% marks in aggregate in a four‑year BSc Forestry, or equivalent.

When & How to Apply
  • Application opens: Shrawan‑Bhadra (August–September)
  • Calls for entrance: National newspapers & Notices
  • Online portal: entrance.iof.edu.np
  • Admission based on: Entrance merit

Intake Capacity

20

Pokhara Campus

15

Hetauda Campus

15

School of Forestry & NRM

Applicable Fees

A breakdown of total fees for the study duration of two (2) years is available here.

Fee structure may vary by campus. Please refer to the official website for exact figures.

Available Scholarships

IoF Scholarship based on academic merit

Full tuition fee waiver Ten (10)% of the total admitted students.

Merit list determined by entrance examination rank.

Available Facilities

Libraries
Hostels
Specialized laboratories
Museums
Playgrounds & equipment
Cafeterias
Nurseries
Experimental forest sites

Facilities are available across multiple locations. Visit the websites of the respective campuses and the school for details.

Course Structure & Teaching Methods

Semester Focus
First Theoretical aspects of forest and natural resource management
Second Tools and techniques for data collection and analysis
Third Forest ecology, silviculture, forest management, and utilization
Fourth Research and thesis seminar

Regular tours and excursions to research stations and field – open classroom approach of teaching

Internal (in‑semester) assessment: 40% External (end‑semester) assessment: 60%

Talk programs, interaction, and networking with foreign students and professors

Extracurricular Activities

Organized frequently by campuses and student organizations, such as:

  • International Forestry Students’ Association (IFSA)
  • Society for Wildlife Research and Conservation (SOWREC)
  • Bird Conservation Nepal (BCN)
  • Prakriti Sahitya Manch
  • and many more.

Career Prospects

Government Services

NGOs / INGOs

Consultancies / Business / Finance

PhD Research Worldwide

Information for International Students

  • A copy of your passport
  • Two reference letters of academic and research competence
  • Good command of the English language (undergraduate studies in English)

Additional requirements may apply. Please check the university website for the most current information.

Syllabus – MSc Forestry

The detailed syllabus (course contents, credit hours, and reading lists) is available on the official IoF website and campus portals.

Download Syllabus (PDF)