Overview
Bachelor of Arts (BA) at Dharan City College
If you enjoy humanities and social sciences and want a flexible pathway under TU, the BA at Dharan City College offers clear majors, compulsory subjects, and a balanced evaluation model.
Overview
Tribhuvan University introduced the four-year BA from academic year 2076/077 under the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. The BA is interdisciplinary, letting you combine majors and electives across social sciences, languages, and cultural studies.
Highlights
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Duration and Marks: Four years, 2000 marks (500 each year).
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Compulsory Subjects: English (200), Nepali (100), Nepal Studies (100). English is compulsory in Years 1 and 3; Nepali in Year 2.
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Evaluation: 70 marks written exam and 30 marks internal (mini-project, classroom presentation, teamwork).
Curriculum Details
Here’s how your choices work.
Students pick two major subjects of 700 marks each and two electives of 100 marks each. Options include Anthropology, Sociology, Rural Development, Economics, Psychology, Geography, History, Journalism and Mass Communication, Nepali, English, Nepal Bhasa, Film Studies, Political Science, and others.
Objectives
The BA encourages subject depth and interdisciplinary study while ensuring language and national context through English, Nepali, and Nepal Studies. The internal assessment builds research, presentation, and teamwork habits from Year 1.
Scope
Graduates move into media, social services, public administration support, education support roles, and local development projects. Subject choice shapes the pathway.
Learning Outcomes
Students develop academic writing, critical reading, and analytical skills. Internal tasks help with field notes, small research write-ups, and class speaking.
Skill Development Modules
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Communication: Compulsory English across two years strengthens reading and writing.
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National context: Nepali and Nepal Studies connect language and society.
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Research and collaboration: Internal 30 marks include mini-project, presentation, and teamwork.
Teaching Methodology
Classes at DCC follow TU’s mix of lectures, group activities, and assessed presentations, reflected in the internal 30 marks.
Admission Requirements
General eligibility: D+ in all subjects in Grade 11 and 12, or completion of intermediate/PCL/10+2 in Humanities, Science, or Management from a board recognized by TU. Subject-specific rules apply for certain majors such as English, Economics, and Journalism.
Career Opportunities
Not sure which major fits your goal? Think about where you want to apply writing and analysis—media rooms, community groups, local offices, or support roles in schools. The BA keeps pathways open while you build evidence through internal assessments.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
College policy supports merit- and need-based assistance. Check current categories and deadlines during admissions.
Why Choose This Course?
Need flexibility with subjects yet want a clear exam pattern? BA under TU lists majors and compulsory subjects upfront and uses a consistent 70/30 evaluation across courses.
Conclusion
BA at Dharan City College follows TU’s four-year structure with defined majors, compulsory language and Nepal Studies, and regular internal work that builds confidence for further study or entry-level roles.
