MPhil in Sociology

Tribhuvan University

Master of Philosophy

1 year 6 months

About
Salient Features
Eligibility
Curricular Structure
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Central Department of Sociology - Tribhuvan University

The MPhil in Sociology is a postgraduate program that provides give in-depth understanding of the major features of sociology to high-quality students who already hold a degree in a social science.

The basic aim of the MPhil in Sociology is to provide you the chance to explore current social change at an advanced level. It will allow you to integrate your expertise with a working grasp of theory and research methodologies. This course will prepare you for doctoral-level research or its equivalent in various professional contexts.

Salient Features

Grading

Twenty percent of the class grade will be based on readings and preparation of summaries. Another 20 percent will be based on classroom presentation and discussion. The remaining 60 percent will be based on final examination.

Eligibility

The applicants must have a master degree in Sociology from Tribhuvan University or a University recognized by a Tribhuvan University with at least second division.

Curricular Structure

First Semester

Paper	Code No.	Title of Course	Credit hr	Remarks
1.	So 601	Macro Sociology, Historical Comparative Methods and Social Inquiry	3	Required
2.	So 602	Logic of Social Inquiry, Research and Writing	3	Required
3.	So 603	Social Movements: Studies on Collective Actions for Change	3	Optional Any two
4.	So 604	Poverty, Social Exclusion and Inclusionary Policies	3
5.	So 605	Sociology of Economic Development	3
6.	So 606	Sociology of Gender	3

Second Semester

Paper	Code No.	Title of Course	Credit hrs	Remarks
1.	So 621	Social and Economic Dynamics of Nepal: Survey Data Analysis and Interpretation	3	Required
2.	So 622	Sociology and Public Policy	3	Optional Any three
3.	So 623	Globalization, Citizenship and Subjectivities	3
4.	So 624	The State, Market and the Development Debates	3
5.	So 625	Intersectionality: Caste, Class, Gender and Region	3
6.	So 626	Transformation of Nepali State	3
7.	So627	Social History of Nepali Society	3
8.	So628	Sociology of Ethnicity, Identity, and Federalism	3

Third Semester

So631

Thesis Writing

Required