MA Home Science (Child Development and Gender Socialization)

• Two-year, four-semester master's program centered on child development, gender socialization, family systems, child health and nutrition, ECD practices, and research.
• Structured to build professional expertise in understanding children’s cognitive, social, emotional, and behavioral development.
• Covers gender norms, identity formation, socialization processes, and societal influences on childhood.
• Integrates practical components each semester with observation, field work, behavior-study methods, and community engagement.
• Final semester includes thesis and internship for applied learning.
• Designed for students seeking careers in ECD programs, gender projects, community development, research, and education.

Semester-Wise Curriculum

First Semester

Second Semester

Third Semester

Fourth Semester

Features

• Strong focus on both childhood development and gender socialization processes.
• Continuous practical exposure, including observation, behavior study, and field engagement.
• Foundation courses shared with the broader Home Science discipline.
• Thesis research and one-month internship for applied professional practice.
• Aligned with government and NGO requirements for ECD and gender-focused roles.

Admission Process

• Bachelor’s degree in Home Science or relevant stream (as per campus rules).
• Application through Padma Kanya Multiple Campus.
• Entrance exam if required by TU or campus.
• Merit-based selection following eligibility.

Job Prospects

• Early childhood development specialist.
• Gender and socialization program officer.
• Child-rights and protection worker in NGOs/INGOs.
• Preschool and child-care program coordinator.
• Family and community development facilitator.
• Research assistant in gender, childhood, or social-development studies.
• Government/municipal ECD program staff.
• Trainer for teachers, caregivers, and community workers.
• Monitoring and evaluation assistant for child and gender–focused projects.