Master of Development Studies

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Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must have completed a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification in any discipline from a recognized university.
Selection is based on a merit list prepared from the results of the entrance examination conducted by SDSE.

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Curriculum Structure

Semester I

Course Title
Advanced Development Studies
Social Engineering in Development
Public Policy Studies
Planning Theory and Practice
Statistics for Social Sciences

Semester II

Course Title
Spatial Organization of Development
Natural Resources and Development
Globalization and Development
Research Methods for Development Studies
Information Technology for Social Research

Semester III

Course Title
Development Program Management
Development Analysis and Planning Techniques
Specialization I
Specialization II
Planning Workshop (Field-based)

Semester IV

Course Title
Comprehensive National Development Plan for Nepal
Specialization III
Specialization IV
Seminar on Contemporary Development
Dissertation

Specialized Courses by Theme

Theme A: Humanistic Development

Courses
Societal Transformation and Inclusive Development
Gender and Development
Population and Development
Social Works for Humanistic Development

Theme B: Human Settlements Development

Courses
Sustainable Development in the Himalayan Region
Public Works and Development Management
Transformation of Human Settlements System and Development
Service Delivery System

Theme C: Development Practice

Courses
Development Program Monitoring and Evaluation
Employment, Income and Livelihood
Institutions of Development
Conflict in Development Management

Course Outcome

Understand key theories and practices of development
Analyze poverty, inequality, and social transformation
Study governance, public policy, and sustainable development
Apply research methods in development planning and evaluation
Address issues like gender, environment, and human rights
Engage in grassroots and international development initiatives
Develop skills for project design, implementation, and advocacy
Prepare for careers in NGOs, INGOs, government, and research sectors

More About This Program

The MDEVS program is a graduate-level interdisciplinary course offered by the School of Development and Social Engineering (SDSE) under the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Pokhara University.

It addresses key development challenges of the 21st century and aims to produce skilled professionals, entrepreneurs, and academicians who are career-focused and engaged in the field of development.

Program Objectives

Equip students with strong intellectual, technical, and practical skills through interdisciplinary approaches involving observation, experimentation, and understanding of key subjects.
Offer exposure to cutting-edge topics in development-related art, science, and technology, empowering students to take on leadership roles in humanistic, spatial, and environmental development at both national and international levels.
Develop capable professionals with the knowledge and skills to contribute to various sectors, including academia, enterprises, and social development organizations.