Bachelor of Education (B.Ed)

Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) at Namuna Bageshwori Multiple Campus, Dhading

The Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) at Namuna Bageshwori Multiple Campus, Dhading is a four-year, full-time undergraduate program offered under the Tribhuvan University (TU) annual system. The program prepares future educators to teach two subject areas at the secondary level through a structured combination of communication skills, professional education foundations, specialization coursework, and supervised teaching practice.

Students complete a planned pathway of core education courses alongside a specialization major and a specialization minor, then finish with a Teaching Internship/Practicum. At the campus, learning is supported through core academic services such as a library, computer lab, multimedia-supported instruction, journal access, counseling, and student activities that strengthen confidence and communication.

Quick Highlights

• Course Name: Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.)

• College: Namuna Bageshwori Multiple Campus, Dhading

• Location: Galchhi Rural Municipality–6, Baireni Bazar, Dhading, Nepal

• Affiliation: Tribhuvan University (TU), Faculty of Education

• Duration: 4 years (Annual system)

• Study Mode: Full-time

• Program Requirement: 22 courses, 2200 full marks

• Specialization Model: 1 Major subject area + 1 Minor subject area (different from the major)

• Teaching Component: Teaching Internship/Practicum (1 course, 100 marks)

• Contact: +977-9860397266, +977-9851048250

Course Overview at the Campus

B.Ed. at Namuna Bageshwori Multiple Campus builds the academic and professional foundation needed for school teaching and related education roles. The annual structure supports steady subject progression across four academic years. Students develop classroom communication skills, strengthen understanding of learners and learning, learn curriculum and evaluation practices, and deepen subject-specific pedagogy through specialization courses.

The campus environment supports study routines, group learning, and presentation work through access to basic learning facilities and guidance services.

Program Structure (22 Courses | 2200 Marks)

The four-year B.Ed. program includes 22 courses grouped into five areas (A–E). Total marks are distributed year-wise as:

• First Year: 600

• Second Year: 600

• Third Year: 500

• Fourth Year: 500

Group A: Communication Skills (2 courses | 200 marks)

• General Nepali

• General English

Group B: Professional Core Areas (4 courses | 400 marks)

• Philosophical and Sociological Foundations of Education

• Educational Psychology

• Curriculum and Evaluation

• One elective from:

  • Ed. 442 Instructional Technology, or

  • Ed. 443 ICT in Education, or

  • Ed. 444 ICT in Specialized Subject

Group C: Specialization Major (10 courses | 1000 marks)

Students select one major specialization area with 10 courses. Major options include:

• Nepali Language Education

• English Language Education

• Mathematics Education

• Science Education

• Health and Physical Education

• Population Education

• Geography Education

• Economics Education

• History Education

• Political Science Education

Group D: Specialization Minor (5 courses | 500 marks)

Students select one minor specialization area with 5 courses, different from the major. Minor options include:

• Nepali Language Education, English Language Education, Mathematics Education, Science Education

• Health Education, Physical Education, Population Education

• Geography Education, Economics Education, History Education, Political Science Education

• Primary Education*, Early Childhood Development Education*, Vocational Education*, Non-Formal Education*, Education Management*
  *Course preparation status depends on TU implementation.

A key rule applies for Science Education (Physical Science) majors: Biology is selected as the minor subject.

Group E: Teaching Internship/Practicum (1 course | 100 marks)

Teaching Internship/Practicum is a dedicated component of the program and carries 100 marks. It is the program’s practical teaching requirement and forms an important part of professional preparation.

Admission Eligibility and Subject Entry Requirements

B.Ed. admission is open to students who have passed Grade 12/HSE (Higher Secondary Education) or PCL (or an equivalent level). Entry requirements vary by major specialization area. Examples include:

• Nepali Education: Grade 12/HSE or PCL with Nepali major (minimum 200 marks)

• English Education: English/Linguistics background or 50% in General English; an entrance examination route applies in some cases

• Mathematics Education: Mathematics major (minimum 200 marks)

• Science Education: Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with at least 100 full marks in each

• Health and Physical Education: Health & Physical Education background, or related backgrounds; physical fitness testing may apply

• Population Education: Accepted from several related backgrounds such as Population Studies, Geography, Economics, Health/PE, Science, Mathematics, and others

• Geography/Economics/Political Science/History Education: Grade 12/HSE or PCL from any faculty

Learning Support and Campus Facilities

Students benefit from core campus services that support study, lesson preparation, and academic writing:

• Library and journal access

• Computer lab and multimedia-supported learning

• Counseling and scholarship support

• Classrooms and conference hall

• Sports, dance, and extracurricular activities

Career Scope and Further Study

B.Ed. supports career pathways in school teaching, education support roles, tutoring and learning support, and participation in education-related projects and community learning initiatives. The major–minor model strengthens subject readiness for classroom practice and creates a foundation for further study in education and related fields.

Frequently Asked Questions

1) How long is the B.Ed. program at Namuna Bageshwori Multiple Campus?

B.Ed. runs for four academic years under the TU annual system.

2) How many courses are required to complete B.Ed.?

Students complete 22 courses with a total of 2200 full marks.

3) Does B.Ed. include both major and minor specialization subjects?

Yes. Students study one specialization major and one specialization minor, and the minor must be different from the major.

4) Which major specializations are available in the TU B.Ed. structure?

Major options include Nepali, English, Mathematics, Science, Health and Physical Education, Population, Geography, Economics, History, and Political Science Education.

5) Is teaching practice part of the degree?

Yes. The program includes Teaching Internship/Practicum as a separate course carrying 100 marks.

6) What is the basic eligibility to apply for B.Ed.?

Applicants must have passed Grade 12/HSE, PCL, or an equivalent level. Major-wise entry requirements apply for some subject areas.