MPhil in Economics

• Three-semester TU MPhil program designed for advanced study in microeconomics, macroeconomics, quantitative techniques, development issues, policy analysis, and research, preparing students for PhD-level scholarship and professional analytical roles.
• Program offers rigorous training in advanced economic theory, applied quantitative methods, development analysis, globalization studies, and research methodology.
• Two semesters of coursework covering core and optional subjects followed by a thesis semester.
• Designed to cultivate strong analytical, empirical, and theoretical competence for academic, research, and policy-related careers.
• Provides structured preparation for doctoral studies in economics and related fields.

Curricular structure (Table)

First Semester

Second Semester

Third Semester

Features
• Offered by the Central Department of Economics, TU, Kirtipur.
• Operates under a semester system.
• Strong theoretical and quantitative orientation.
• Includes optional specialization modules in policy, CBA, and project appraisal.
• Emphasis on research preparing students for PhD enrollment.
• 40-credit program equivalent to 1000 marks.
• Continuous evaluation through exams, seminars, and thesis supervision.

Admission process
• MA in Economics from TU or a TU-recognized university.
• Application screening.
• Mandatory entrance exam (90 minutes).
• Minimum qualifying score required.
• Admission based strictly on merit ranking and departmental seat availability.
• Non-qualifying and non-attending applicants are automatically rejected.

Job prospects
• University/college lecturer
• Economic researcher
• Policy analyst
• Development economist
• Government economist (NPC, ministries, central agencies)
• Financial/market analyst
• Project appraisal and evaluation specialist
• NGO/INGO economist
• Consultant in public policy, development, and economic reform
• Research fellow for think tanks and international organizations