Overview
M.Ed at Okhaldhunga Campus
If you are an Education graduate planning to move into teacher education or school leadership in Nepal, the M.Ed at Okhaldhunga Campus under Tribhuvan University offers a clear two-year path.
Overview
The M.Ed runs for two academic years and follows the Faculty of Education structure. Courses fall under professional core, a single subject specialization, an elective, teaching practice, and thesis. Total weight is 1000 marks under the annual/semester rules set by TU.
Highlights
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Two-year program under Tribhuvan University
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Core pedagogy papers and one specialization area
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Practicum in schools or campuses for six weeks
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Thesis within the specialization under faculty supervision
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150 teaching days per academic year (annual system)
Curriculum Details
Here’s what you’ll study across two years. Professional (core) courses carry 300 marks. Specialization plus one elective carry 600 marks in total. Teaching Practice and Thesis carry 50 marks each. Specialization options listed by TU include Curriculum and Evaluation, Educational Planning and Management, English, Nepali, Science, Mathematics, Health, Physical Education, Economics, Geography, History, Political Science, and Population Education. Okhaldhunga Campus announces the offered specialization(s) for each intake through its notice cycle.
Objectives
The program prepares teacher educators, planners, administrators, and subject experts who can teach, mentor, and manage at the secondary and post-secondary levels. Graduates learn to analyze curricula, support school improvement, and lead classroom research that responds to local needs.
Scope
Graduates work in secondary schools, community campuses, local education units, and NGOs that run education projects. The degree supports roles in teacher training centers and policy units that require classroom knowledge plus planning skills.
Learning Outcomes
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Plan and deliver advanced subject pedagogy
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Conduct classroom research and report findings
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Evaluate curriculum and assessment practices
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Coordinate school programs and mentor novice teachers
Skill Development Modules
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Seminar leadership, term paper presentation, and case analysis
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Data collection for small-scale studies and thesis writing
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School-based problem solving and reflective journals
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Instructional improvement using feedback cycles
Teaching Methodology
Teaching uses lectures, group discussion, demonstrations, guest sharing, seminars, and field tasks. Practicum includes classroom teaching or equivalent work, internship, and curriculum evaluation in the chosen specialization. The practicum runs for six weeks after or during the second year.
Admission Requirements
Students holding a Bachelor’s in Education (or TU-recognized equivalent) may apply. Subject-specific background is required for entry to particular specializations. Programs using the semester system require an entrance test as per TU rules. Okhaldhunga Campus follows TU eligibility and publishes any intake-year criteria in its notice.
Career Opportunities
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Teacher educator or resource person
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School/college coordinator or department lead
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Education officer in municipal or provincial units
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Program staff in education projects and training centers
Scholarships and Financial Aid
Need-based or merit support may be available through campus notices or external donors during the admission window. Applicants should track current calls and deadlines posted for the session.
Why Choose This Course?
Worried about thesis and practicum requirements? The program sets clear milestones: 150 teaching days per year, a six-week practicum, and a supervised thesis with viva. Students who want to teach teachers, guide schools, and shape local curriculum will find a structured path that matches TU rules and district needs.
Conclusion
M.Ed at Okhaldhunga Campus offers a verified TU structure that links advanced pedagogy, specialization depth, school-based practice, and research. The format suits graduates aiming for roles in teaching, academic coordination, and education management across Nepal.
FAQ
Q1. How is the M.Ed assessed?
Annual or semester exams run under TU rules. Minimum attendance is 70% in annual and 80% in semester systems. Pass marks are 40% (annual theory) and 50% (semester/practicum).
Q2. Is the thesis compulsory?
Yes. Students write a thesis in the specialization under campus supervision. Evaluation includes the written work and viva.
Q3. What does the practicum include?
Three activities: classroom teaching (or equivalent for EPM), internship, and curriculum evaluation in the chosen subject area. Duration is six weeks.
