MA Gender Studies

Two-year postgraduate programme under Tribhuvan University that provides interdisciplinary training on gender theory, development, policy, rights, research methods, and practical field engagement.
The programme investigates how gender shapes social structures, development processes, institutions, and everyday life. It integrates feminist theory, gender economics, patriarchal systems, human rights, livelihood studies, and policy frameworks. Students receive research training, exposure to participatory learning, fieldwork, documentation, internships, and seminars. The structure equips graduates to analyse gender issues critically and intervene in real-world development and policy settings.

Curricular structure (table)

Detailed semester-wise courses:

Features
Interdisciplinary curriculum
Participatory teaching–learning
Research, documentation, and dissemination focus
Internships and field trips
Practical implementation of gender frameworks
Cyber/online academic discourse integration
Strong alignment with global gender research pathways

Admission process
Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
Apply to TU or affiliated colleges offering the programme
Sit for entrance examination where applicable
Merit-based admission as per university rules
Submit required academic and identification documents

Job prospects
Gender analyst in development agencies
Researcher in social and development sectors
Programme officer in NGOs, INGOs, and UN systems
Policy analyst in government ministries
Academic faculty in gender and social sciences
Consultant for gender mainstreaming and inclusion
Advisor in security agencies on gender integration