MSc in Population and Rural Development (MSc PRD)

Purbanchal University
2 years
Rs.
Updated December 11, 2025

University

Purbanchal University

Duration

2 years

Fee

Rs.

Colleges

1+

Summary

Short Description
Two-year analytical graduate program focused on population science, demography, rural development systems, policy, and applied development planning to prepare professionals for development agencies and rural-transformation roles.

Description
Curriculum integrates demographic theory, quantitative techniques, reproductive health, rural planning, governance, environment–development dynamics, gender analysis, project implementation and IT for development. Program prepares personnel capable of interpreting population trends, designing rural interventions and evaluating development outcomes. Combines technical demography, social analysis and applied development practice. Admission based on entrance exam and merit.

 

Description

Curricular Structure (Table)

SemesterCourses
FirstPrinciples of Demography; Demographic Techniques; Mathematics & Statistics; Population Dynamics of Nepal; Rural Development Planning (Theory & Practical); Basic Computer Skills
SecondPopulation Policies and Program; Advanced Demographic Techniques; Research Methods; Reproductive Health and Rights; Rural Economy and Resource Management
ThirdPopulation–Environment–Sustainable Development; Gender and Development; Project Planning & Implementation; Human Development; Decentralization & Local Governance; Rural–Urban Interrelationships; Communication Skills & Conflict Management
FourthDemography of Ethnicity, Language & Religion; Gender-Responsive Policy, Planning & Administration; Application of IT in Population & Development; Dissertation

Features

Features
• Balanced integration of demography and rural-development science.
• Strong quantitative foundation through demographic and statistical techniques.
• Applied rural-planning and governance modules.
• Dedicated focus on gender, health, rights, human development and sustainability.
• Research-oriented structure culminating in dissertation.
• Technical IT applications for population and development analysis.

 

Admission Process

Eligibility
• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.
• Entrance exam required.
• Admission based on merit.

 

Job Prospects

Job Prospects
• Population and demographic analyst.
• Rural-development planner.
• Monitoring and evaluation officer.
• Program officer in NGOs/INGOs.
• Social-development analyst.
• Human and gender rights analyst.
• Researcher in development and demographic studies

Colleges Offering This Course

Janata Adarsha Multiple Campus