MPhil by Research in Mathematics Education

Short description
Research-centered 1.5-year MPhil program focused on producing advanced scholars in mathematics education through independent research, theoretical engagement, and methodological rigor.

Description
Program structured entirely around supervised research in mathematics education. Designed for graduates with strong academic preparation seeking to contribute to curriculum reform, pedagogical innovation, classroom research, teacher education, or disciplinary theory. Emphasis on inquiry, publication-quality output, and field-specific methodological competence. Completion requires sustained research activity culminating in an MPhil thesis.

Curricular structure (table)
(Program is research-only; no course list publicly provided. Structure below reflects standard MPhil-by-research components.)

Features
• Exclusive focus on independent research
• Suitable for candidates preparing for PhD-level study
• Emphasis on methodological depth and scholarly publication
• Opportunity for discipline-specific fieldwork
• Rigor aligned with current advances in mathematics education research

Fee
• Tentative: NPR 383,000

Eligibility
• Master’s degree in Mathematics Education or equivalent with at least first division or CGPA 3.0
• Research publications in mathematics education (desirable but not required)

Admission process
• Eligibility screening based on academic credentials
• Review of research readiness
• Department-level evaluation and supervisor allocation

Job prospects
• Mathematics education researcher
• Curriculum specialist
• Teacher educator in universities and colleges
• Policy advisor in mathematics education reform
• Consultant for education-focused organizations
• PhD-track academic
• Assessment and evaluation specialist