Post Graduate Diploma in Social Studies

Tribhuwan University
1 years
Rs.
Updated November 30, 2025

University

Tribhuwan University

Duration

1 years

Fee

Rs.

Colleges

2+

Summary

One-year, two-semester program strengthening conceptual, pedagogical, and research capacity in social-studies education for graduates from social-science disciplines.

Focus on sociological, philosophical, and psychological bases of education; foundations of social studies; curriculum and evaluation; ICT in social-studies research; Nepal-focused sociopolitical context; and structured teaching practice. Program develops competence for teaching, curriculum support, and applied social-studies analysis.

Description

Curricular structure 

First Semester

CourseFocus
Sociological Perspective in EducationSocial foundations of education; society–education linkage
Fundamentals of Social StudiesCore concepts; domain structure; civic, geographic, economic components
Research Methodology and ICT in Social StudiesMethods, tools, data handling, ICT integration
Philosophical Foundations of EducationMajor philosophical schools; educational implications

Second Semester

CourseFocus
Educational PsychologyLearning theories; motivation; classroom dynamics
Nepal StudiesSocial, cultural, political, economic context of Nepal
Teaching PracticeSupervised instructional practice
Project WorkStudy of current issues in social-studies education
Method of Teaching Social StudiesStrategies, approaches, lesson design
Curriculum and EvaluationCurriculum structure; assessment models

Features

Features

  • Two-semester academic structure
  • Strong integration of teaching practice
  • Emphasis on research and ICT use
  • Focus on Nepal’s socio-educational context
  • Suitable for social-science graduates entering education

Eligibility

  • BA with major in history, political science, economics, sociology, anthropology, geography, social work, or rural development
  • Minimum second division or CGPA 2.7 / Grade B

 

Admission Process

Admission process 

  • Verify BA and grade eligibility
  • Submit application to Mahendra Ratna Campus
  • Departmental screening
  • Enrollment and fee clearance

 

Job Prospects

Job prospects

  • Social-studies teacher (entry level)
  • Curriculum and evaluation assistant
  • Education-sector project assistant
  • Research assistant in education studies
  • NGO/community education program roles
  • School-based academic support roles

 

Colleges Offering This Course

Mahendra Ratna Campus Kathmandu

Mahendra Ratna Campus