MA in Sociology and Anthropology

Short Description
Two-year postgraduate program focused on sociological and anthropological theory, research methodology, Nepali society, culture, development, and contemporary social issues.

Description
Program strengthens theoretical mastery and analytical competence required for social scientists, policy actors and development practitioners. Curriculum integrates classical and contemporary theory, socio-cultural change, institutions, ethnicity, caste, gender, population studies, rural society, development anthropology and environment. Strong research orientation through term papers, assignments and a mandatory thesis. Emphasis on Nepal’s social structure, historical processes and applied perspectives.

Curricular Structure (Table)

Features
• Strong theoretical grounding in both sociology and anthropology.
• Research-centered evaluation: term papers, assignments, internal assessments, thesis.
• Emphasis on Nepal’s socio-cultural issues, historical transitions and development contexts.
• Training for academic, research and applied social-policy roles.
• Dual specialization pathways: Sociology or Anthropology.
• University exam carries 80% weight; internal assessment carries 20%.

Eligibility
• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.
• Must pass PU written entrance test.
• Personal/group interview for final selection.
• Selection based on academic competence, commitment and adherence to institutional standards.

Job Prospects
• Social researcher
• Development practitioner
• Policy analyst
• NGO/INGO program officer
• Lecturer/instructor
• Social analyst for governmental and private sectors