Overview
Master of Development Studies (MDEVS) at School of Development and Social Engineering Pokhara University, Pokhara, Nepal
The Master of Development Studies (MDEVS) program at the School of Development and Social Engineering (SDSE), affiliated with Pokhara University, is a two-year interdisciplinary course. This program is designed to produce professionals in development studies with knowledge and skills necessary for sustainable development and societal transformation.
Course Overview:
The MDEVS program aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the philosophy, theories, and practices of development and society. It covers various aspects of development studies, including economics, geography, natural and environmental sciences, sociology and anthropology, law, management, and political science. This course is designed to provide students with a holistic understanding of the development process.
Course Outlines:
The MDEVS program is divided into four semesters, each comprising of 15 weeks. The course outlines include:
- Development Concepts and Theories
- Development Policy and Planning
- Research Methodology and Data Analysis
- Sustainable Development and Environmental Management
- Globalization and International Development
- Gender and Development
- Human Rights and Social Justice
- Poverty, Inequality and Social Exclusion
- Development Communication and Advocacy
- Rural Development and Agriculture
- Urbanization and Urban Development
- Disaster Management and Risk Reduction
Duration:
The MDEVS program is a two-year, full-time course.
Eligibility:
To be eligible for the MDEVS program, students must have completed a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 2.0 CGPA or 50% marks.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of the MDEVS program, students will have:
- An understanding of the philosophy, theories, and practices of development and society
- Knowledge of development policy and planning, sustainable development, and environmental management
- An understanding of globalization and international development, gender and development, human rights and social justice, poverty, inequality, and social exclusion
- The ability to conduct research using appropriate methods and data analysis techniques
- Effective communication and advocacy skills for development
- Knowledge of disaster management and risk reduction, rural development, and agriculture, as well as urbanization and urban development
Scope:
The MDEVS program opens up various career options in the field of development, including positions in:
- Government agencies and non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
- International organizations and agencies
- Research institutions and think tanks
- Consulting firms and development banks
- Corporate social responsibility (CSR) departments
Career Prospects:
After completing the MDEVS program, graduates can pursue careers as:
- Development practitioners
- Policy analysts and advisors
- Research associates
- Project managers
- Social entrepreneurs
- Development consultants
Why Choose this Course:
The MDEVS program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the development process and equips them with the necessary knowledge and skills to contribute to sustainable development and societal transformation. This course is ideal for those who are passionate about making a positive impact in society and wish to pursue a career in the field of development.
Scholarship:
Scholarship opportunities are available for eligible students who wish to pursue the MDEVS program at the School of Development and Social Engineering. These scholarships are awarded based on academic merit and financial need, and interested students can apply through the university’s website.
