Overview
M.Ed. in School Counselling at KUSOED
The M.Ed. in School Counselling is a two-year master’s program offered through the School Counselling and Wellbeing Unit at Kathmandu University School of Education (KUSOED). The program was introduced in 2024, following the launch of KUSOED’s one-year M.Ed. in School Counseling in August 2023.
The two-year program provides a bachelor-level entry route into graduate study in School Counselling. Applicants need a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 45%, second division, or a CGPA of 2.5 out of 4. The program operates under the academic rules and regulations of Kathmandu University.
Course at a Glance
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Course: | M.Ed. in School Counselling |
| Institution: | Kathmandu University School of Education |
| University: | Kathmandu University |
| Academic unit: | School Counselling and Wellbeing Unit |
| Level: | Master’s |
| Duration: | 2 Years |
| Eligibility: | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with 45%, second division, or CGPA 2.5 out of 4 |
| Program commencement: | 2024 |
| Academic area: | School counselling and psychological wellbeing |
About M.Ed. in School Counselling
School Counselling is a defined academic area within KUSOED. The School Counselling and Wellbeing Unit introduced its one-year M.Ed. in School Counseling in August 2023 and expanded the academic pathway with a two-year M.Ed. in 2024. The unit subsequently developed MPhil and PhD study in School Counseling and Psychological Wellbeing.
The two-year M.Ed. is distinct from the one-year program. The main difference at entry level is straightforward: the two-year course accepts applicants with a qualifying bachelor’s degree, while the one-year M.Ed. requires a master’s degree in any discipline.
This distinction allows students to identify the correct route according to their existing academic qualification rather than treating both School Counselling master’s programs as interchangeable.
Eligibility
Eligibility: Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with one of the following academic results:
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Minimum 45%
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Second division
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CGPA of 2.5 out of 4
The bachelor’s degree may be from any discipline.
Eligibility for this two-year course should not be confused with the M.Ed. in School Counseling (One Year), which requires applicants to have already completed a master’s degree.
School Counselling and Wellbeing Unit
The School Counselling and Wellbeing Unit is an academic unit within KUSOED working in School Counseling, psychological wellbeing, contemplative education, and related research.
Its academic direction includes degree programs and research concerned with:
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School counselling
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Psychological wellbeing
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Contemplative education
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Mindfulness and meditation in educational contexts
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Emotional and psychological support within educational institutions
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Research related to counselling and wellbeing
The unit connects these areas with education rather than positioning School Counselling as a general program outside an educational setting.
Academic Pathway in School Counselling
KUSOED has developed School Counselling and Wellbeing study across master’s and research-degree levels.
| Academic level | Program |
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| Master’s | One-Year M.Ed. in School Counseling |
| Master’s | Two-Year M.Ed. in School Counseling |
| MPhil | MPhil in School Counseling and Psychological Wellbeing |
| PhD | PhD in School Counseling and Psychological Wellbeing |
The two-year M.Ed. provides the bachelor-entry master’s route within this sequence. MPhil and PhD in School Counseling and Wellbeing are separate research-oriented qualifications with their own academic requirements.
Academic Focus
The program is situated within KUSOED’s wider work in school counselling and psychological wellbeing. The academic unit also addresses contemplative approaches and their place within educational settings.
Its broader academic interests connect counselling with:
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Schools and educational environments
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Psychological wellbeing
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Student support
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Contemplative educational practices
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Emotional and psychological support systems
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Research in counselling and wellbeing
These areas define the academic setting of the program and distinguish it from a general management, teacher education, or subject-specialist master’s degree.
Admission Process
Admission, entrance, selection, curriculum administration, examinations, results, and degree award operate according to the rules and regulations of Kathmandu University.
KUSOED organizes master’s admissions according to program and intake. The two-year M.Ed. in School Counselling therefore follows the admission arrangements applicable to the relevant master’s admission cycle.
The confirmed academic entry requirement is a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with 45%, second division, or CGPA 2.5 out of 4.
Teaching and Learning Environment
KUSOED uses blended and multimodal approaches for postgraduate education, combining online and face-to-face academic engagement within its postgraduate learning environment.
School Counselling is taught within the wider education-focused setting of KUSOED, where postgraduate programs connect academic study with research and professional educational contexts.
Examination, Results, and Degree Award
The examination system, assessment, academic progression, results, completion requirements, and degree award follow Kathmandu University rules and regulations.
Students must fulfill the academic requirements prescribed for the M.Ed. in School Counselling before the master’s degree is awarded through Kathmandu University.
Who May Consider This Program?
The two-year M.Ed. in School Counselling may be relevant to bachelor’s graduates who want graduate-level study focused on counselling and wellbeing in educational settings.
The academic area is particularly aligned with interests in:
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School counselling
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Student wellbeing
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Psychological wellbeing in education
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Educational support settings
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Counselling-related educational practice
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Contemplative approaches in education
Professional direction after graduation depends on a student’s academic background, competencies, experience, and the requirements of individual educational institutions or other organizations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the duration of M.Ed. in School Counselling at KUSOED?
The program has a duration of two years.
What is the eligibility for the two-year M.Ed. in School Counselling?
Applicants need a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 45%, second division, or CGPA 2.5 out of 4.
When was the two-year program introduced?
KUSOED introduced the two-year M.Ed. in School Counseling in 2024.
Which academic unit offers the program?
The program is offered through the School Counselling and Wellbeing Unit at Kathmandu University School of Education.
Is this the same as the one-year M.Ed. in School Counseling?
No. The two-year program has a bachelor-level entry requirement, while the one-year program requires a master’s degree in any discipline.
Does KUSOED offer research programs in School Counselling?
Yes. KUSOED also offers MPhil and PhD programs in School Counseling and Psychological Wellbeing.
Which university governs the program?
The program operates under Kathmandu University. Admission, academic progression, examinations, results, completion requirements, and degree award follow Kathmandu University rules and regulations.
