Master of Arts in Labor Studies (MA in Labor Studies) is a 2-year program by Tribhuvan University, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences.
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To be eligible for the MA in Labour Studies program, applicants must have successfully completed a Bachelor's degree or its equivalent from Tribhuvan University or any institution recognized by Tribhuvan University.
Admissions for the MLS program are announced once a year.
Interested candidates must apply using the prescribed form, available at the office of the Program Coordinator or the Dean’s Office, along with the required application fee.
Applicants must pass an eligibility or entrance test, which may also include a written exam and an oral interview.
Final selection is based on merit, determined through performance in the entrance test and/or previous academic results.
The merit list of selected students will be published accordingly.
Up to 50 students may be admitted in each batch.
Code No. | Subject Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
MLS. 551 | Introduction to Labour Studies | 3 |
MLS. 552 | Theoretical Foundations of Labour Studies | 3 |
MLS. 553 | Society, Culture and Labour | 3 |
MLS. 554 | Economics of Labour Market | 3 |
MLS. 555 | Labour Migration | 3 |
Total | 15 |
Code No. | Subject Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
MLS. 556 | Labour Standards and Labour Law | 3 |
MLS. 557 | Globalisation and Labour | 3 |
MLS. 558 | Labour Statistics | 3 |
MLS. 559 | Human Rights and Labour Rights | 3 |
MLS. 560 | Gender and Labour | 3 |
Total | 15 |
Code No. | Subject Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
MLS. 561 | Care Economy and Informal Sector | 3 |
MLS. 562 | Labour Research Methodology | 3 |
MLS. 563 | Occupational Health Safety and Social Security | 3 |
MLS. 564.1 | Social Dialogue and Negotiation | 3 |
MLS. 564.2 | Labour Movements and Social Transformation in Nepal | 3 |
MLS. 565.1 | Human Resource Projection and Strategy | 3 |
MLS. 565.2 | Labour Demography | 3 |
Choose one paper from each of MLS 564 and MLS 565
| | Total | 15 |
Code No. | Subject Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
MLS. 566 | Labour Diplomacy and Human Security | 3 |
MLS. 567 | Poverty, Inequality and Employment in Nepal | 3 |
MLS. 568.1 | Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation (PM&E) of Employment | 3 |
MLS. 568.2 | Food Nutrition and Labour Efficiency | 3 |
MLS. 568.3 | Labour Mapping and GIS | 3 |
MLS. 569 | Thesis | 6 |
Total | 15 |
Understand labor laws and industrial relations
Analyze labor market trends and employment policies
Study the history and role of trade unions
Explore workplace rights and labor standards
Examine global labor issues and migration
Apply conflict resolution and negotiation skills
Evaluate labor policies and their social impact
Understand social justice and workers’ rights
Conduct research on labor-related topics
Develop skills for HR, advocacy, and policy-making
Promote fair labor practices and ethical standards
Prepare for roles in labor organizations, NGOs, or government
The two-year Master of Labour Studies program with a specialization offers a well-rounded blend of academic and professional instruction focused on theories and methods related to labour studies. The overall program, particularly its specialized majors, is structured to equip students with strong theoretical and methodological skills essential for conducting policy analysis and academic research. It emphasizes the application of theories, techniques, and tools within a broader academic context to deepen students’ understanding of labour issues. Ultimately, the Master of Labour Studies aims to strike a balance between academic rigor and practical relevance.
