Master in Development Studies (MDEVS)

SHORT DESCRIPTION

Two-year interdisciplinary master’s program designed to build analytical, research, and practical competencies for understanding and addressing national and global development challenges.

DESCRIPTION

Prepares graduates to navigate the complexities of modern development practice through strong theoretical grounding and applied learning. Courses span development theory, economics, gender, public policy, research methods, project management, communication, and sectoral issues such as climate change, environment, health, education, finance, and globalization. Practical components include field surveys, community internships, seminars, and dissertation or independent research options. The program cultivates professionals who can critically assess development issues, design interventions, evaluate outcomes, and contribute to policy and program implementation.

CURRICULAR STRUCTURE (TABLE)

Total: 48 Credits (4 semesters)

CORE COURSES

FOURTH SEMESTER OPTIONS

Option A: Dissertation Route

Option B: Internship Route

Total Required Credits: 48

FEATURES

• Strong integration of theory and applied development practice
• Field surveys, case studies, seminars, and community internships
• Flexible final semester with dissertation or internship options
• Exposure to national and global development debates
• Multidisciplinary approach spanning economics, social sciences, environment, governance
• Designed to build competencies for government, NGOs, INGOs, and research sectors

FEE

• Approx. NPR 451,000 for Nepali students

ADMISSION PROCESS (POINTS)

• Bachelor’s degree (3 or 4 years) with ≥45% or ≥2.0 CGPA
• Entrance exam assessing language and analytical skills
• Shortlisted candidates called for interview
• Max intake per cohort: 24 students
• Application submitted through KU School of Arts with required documents

JOB PROSPECTS

• Development analyst
• Program/project officer
• Policy researcher
• NGO/INGO development specialist
• Government development planner
• Monitoring and evaluation officer
• Community development officer
• Social researcher
• Development finance and microenterprise advisor
• Climate and environment program assistant
• Public policy advisor