Bachelor of Arts (BA)

The Bachelor of Arts (BA) at J.S. Murarka Multiple Campus, Lahan, is a four-year undergraduate program affiliated with Tribhuvan University (TU). The program is conducted under the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences and allows students to study major subjects across humanities and social science disciplines.

The BA program carries a total of 2,000 marks, with 500 marks allocated to each academic year. Students study compulsory subjects while selecting major and elective subjects according to the curriculum and applicable subject requirements.

BA Program Structure

The four-year BA is interdisciplinary in its subject structure. Students can combine studies from different areas within Humanities and Social Sciences rather than following only one subject throughout the degree.

The curriculum provides two major subjects carrying 700 marks each and two elective subjects carrying 100 marks each. Compulsory courses account for the remaining part of the degree structure.

There are three compulsory subject areas:

• English;

• Nepali; and

• Nepal Studies.

Compulsory English carries 200 marks and is studied in the first and third years. Compulsory Nepali carries 100 marks and is studied in the second year. Nepal Studies also carries 100 marks.

Major and Subject Areas

The BA curriculum provides a broad range of disciplines from which students can pursue their academic interests, subject to university requirements and the combinations available at the campus.

Subjects identified within the four-year BA curriculum include:

• Anthropology;

• Economics;

• English;

• Film Studies;

• Geography;

• Hindi;

• History;

• Journalism and Mass Communication;

• Linguistics;

• Nepal Bhasa;

• Nepali;

• Nepalese History, Culture and Archaeology;

• Political Science;

• Population Studies;

• Psychology;

• Rural Development;

• Social Work;

• Sociology;

• Buddhist Studies;

• Strategic Studies;

• Culture;

• Music;

• Dance;

• Home Science; and

• Sanskrit.

The range allows students to develop their undergraduate studies around language, society, culture, development, politics, population, communication, history, or other humanities and social science areas.

Eligibility for BA Admission

Students seeking admission to the BA program must meet the eligibility requirements prescribed by Tribhuvan University.

The stated requirements include:

• at least D+ in all subjects in Grade 11 and Grade 12; or

• completion of Intermediate, Proficiency Certificate Level, or 10+2 in Humanities, Science, or Management from Tribhuvan University or another university or board recognized by TU.

Certain major subjects have additional academic requirements.

Students wishing to study Major English or Economics may need to satisfy the previous-subject requirements specified by TU. Students from other +2 or PCL subject backgrounds can apply for major subjects such as Rural Development, Social Work, and Sociology.

For Journalism and Mass Communication as a major subject, the curriculum specifies previous study of Journalism or Mass Communication at +2 or PCL level.

Evaluation

Students are evaluated through written examinations and internal assessment.

The evaluation pattern allocates:

Internal assessment can include mini-projects, classroom presentations, and teamwork for each subject.

This evaluation structure gives academic assignments and classroom participation a defined role alongside the written examination.

Learning at J.S. Murarka Multiple Campus

Humanities has a longstanding place at J.S. Murarka Multiple Campus. The campus began its academic services with Humanities at the proficiency certificate level before expanding to other faculties and higher levels of study.

BA students have access to campus facilities that include:

• library and e-library;

• computer laboratory;

• internet access;

• seminar hall;

• laptops and projectors;

• printing and photocopy services; and

• counseling and student support services.

The campus library contains approximately 21,993 books along with journals, newspapers, magazines, and other periodical materials.

Further Study

BA graduates may continue to postgraduate study in Humanities and Social Sciences according to the admission requirements of the chosen subject.

Depending on their bachelor-level major and applicable eligibility rules, students may pursue master’s study in areas such as English, Nepali, Sociology, Rural Development, Political Science, Anthropology, Geography, Population Studies, History, Nepal Bhasa, Conflict, Peace and Development Studies, and other related disciplines.

FAQ

How long is the BA program at J.S. Murarka Multiple Campus?

The BA is a four-year undergraduate program affiliated with Tribhuvan University.

How many marks does the four-year BA carry?

The program carries a total of 2,000 marks, with 500 marks assigned to each academic year.

What compulsory subjects are included in BA?

The compulsory subjects are English, Nepali, and Nepal Studies.

Can students choose major subjects in BA?

Yes. The curriculum allows students to select two major subjects along with elective subjects, subject to eligibility requirements and available combinations.

Who can apply for the BA program?

Students who have completed Grade 12, Intermediate, PCL, or an equivalent recognized qualification can apply if they meet the applicable TU eligibility requirements.