Overview
The M.Sc. Natural Resource Management and Rural Development (NRMRD) program at the Institute of Forestry Pokhara Campus is a two-year postgraduate program that focuses on producing efficient natural resource managers to handle changing environmental conditions.
Course Outlines: The course includes core and elective courses covering topics such as natural resource management, rural development, climate change adaptation, and sustainable development. The program also includes research and a thesis.
Duration: The duration of the M.Sc. NRMRD program is two years.
Objectives: The specific objectives of the M.Sc. NRMRD program are:
- To provide theoretical and practical understanding of the relationship between conservation and development.
- To build capacity in planning and managing natural resources in conflicting situations.
- To empower students with critical thinking and innovative practices in natural resource management.
Eligibility: Students must have a Bachelor's degree in Forestry or a related field with a minimum of 2.0 CGPA or 50% marks in aggregate to be eligible for the program.
Learning Outcomes: Graduates of the M.Sc. NRMRD program will have:
- The ability to critically analyze and manage natural resources in different ecological and social contexts.
- The ability to design and implement sustainable rural development programs.
- The ability to conduct research and analyze data related to natural resource management and rural development.
Scope: The M.Sc. NRMRD program prepares students for careers in government, non-governmental organizations, and private sectors, working in the areas of natural resource management, rural development, and sustainable development.
Career Prospects: Graduates can pursue a career as a natural resource manager, rural development specialist, climate change adaptation expert, or sustainable development consultant.
Career Options: Career options for graduates of the M.Sc. NRMRD program include working with government agencies, non-governmental organizations, private companies, and research institutions.
Why Choose this Course: The M.Sc. NRMRD program provides students with a theoretical and practical understanding of natural resource management and rural development, as well as critical thinking and innovative practices in these fields. Graduates of the program are prepared for a range of career options in the growing field of sustainable development.
Scholarship: The Institute of Forestry Pokhara Campus offers scholarships to eligible students based on merit and need. Additionally, students can apply for scholarships offered by various organizations and government agencies.
