MA in Folklore and Cultural Studies at Mid-West University is a two-year program that explores Nepal’s intangible cultural heritage, folklore, and traditional arts, equipping students for careers in heritage preservation, research, and cultural promotion.
Description
This program examines the transmission of human cultural creation through generations, encompassing oral traditions, performing arts, beliefs, practices, and material culture. It integrates folklore and cultural studies with archaeology, anthropology, and history to provide a multidisciplinary understanding of human culture. The curriculum trains students to document, conserve, and promote Nepal’s folklore and intangible cultural heritage while preparing them for roles in education, museums, tourism, research, and local development projects.
Tribhuvan University
The Institute of Engineering (IOE) entrance examination is the gateway to undergraduate engineering programs at Tribhuvan University. This highly competitive exam determines admission to BE programs in Civil, Computer, Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Architecture and more across TU constituent and affiliated colleges.
Kathmandu University
Kathmandu University School of Engineering offers world-class engineering education with modern facilities. The KU entrance exam (KUCAT) is the gateway to programs including Computer, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, and Geomatics Engineering at Dhulikhel campus.
Pokhara University
Pokhara University offers BE programs through its School of Engineering and affiliated colleges across Nepal. The PU entrance examination determines admission to Civil, Computer, Electronics, Electrical, and other engineering programs.
University Grants Commission (UGC) Nepal
University Grants Commission provides scholarships to increase access to higher education for students with disabilities, economically disadvantaged students, Dalit students, children of martyrs and conflict victims, Mukta Kamlari, and Muslim women students.
Ministry of Education, Science and Technology (MOEST)
Ministry of Education, Science and Technology provides scholarships for Nepali students to study abroad through bilateral agreements with countries like China, India, Bangladesh, Russia, Pakistan, Japan, and others.
Government of Nepal
Constitutional provision for 45% reserved scholarships across all higher education institutions. Quotas are allocated for women, Janajati, Madhesi, Dalit, disabled, Muslim, and remote area students as per Nepal's inclusive education policy.