Central Department of Population Studies

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About Us

The Government of Nepal has recognized that sound population policy formulation in the area of population and development, and the effective and efficient implementation of population policy depend on competent professional advice, research and analysis. The Government of Nepal has, therefore, worked with Tribhuvan University (TU) to establish a high quality research and training institution to serve the country's population and development program. The Central Department of Population Studies (CDPS) was established in 1988 by T.U. Council. Since 1990, CDPS has been modestly funded by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA). It has grown and developed for the more than 30 years and has made significant contributions to the nation's population dynamics sector. The Department is also a focal point for conducting training and research activities for the government agencies, namely Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP). Besides, it has been working in collaboration with other several sectoral ministries and policy making and planning agencies. It is envisaged that CDPS will continue to grow, in line with the evolving needs for research and training in the country; and that it will emerge in due course as a major research and training center in South Asia.

Objective
The main objective for establishing CDPS is to increase the national capacity for training, research and policy analysis in the area of population and development. The specific objectives are: 

To increase the pool of human resources in the country who are trained in population studies at the level of Master of Arts, Master of Philosophy and Doctor of Philosophy in Population Studies. The human resources trained will have the necessary analytical skills to assist the Governments of Federal, Provincial and Local Levels in its effort to
population management and integration of population into development planning.
To provide introductory and specialized short term training designed to enhance the job performance of selected officials of the Government of Nepal and Tribhuvan University Campuses where population studies is taught, and of officials from concerned NGOs, in their capacity as planners, educators, trainers, or as deliverers of social services.

Academic Programmes

• Master of Arts in Population Studies (MA)

The Master of Arts in Population Studies (MA) at Tribhuvan University equips students with advanced knowledge in demography, research methodologies, and population policy analysis, preparing them for diverse careers in academia, government, and international agencies.

• Master of Philosophy in Population Studies (MPhil)

The Master of Philosophy in Population Studies (MPhil) at Tribhuvan University offers advanced training in demographic research, theory, and policy analysis, preparing graduates for leadership roles in academia, research institutions, and policy-making bodies.

• Doctor of Philosophy Program (PhD)

The Master of Philosophy in Population Studies (MPhil) at Tribhuvan University offers advanced training in demographic research, theory, and policy analysis, preparing graduates for leadership roles in academia, research institutions, and policy-making bodies.

• In-Service Training Program

The In-Service Training Program at Tribhuvan University's Central Department of Population Studies enhances the skills and knowledge of professionals in demography and population studies, providing practical training and up-to-date research insights to advance their careers and effectiveness in the field.

• Research/Seminar

The Research/Seminar program at Tribhuvan University's Central Department of Population Studies fosters academic excellence through presentations and discussions, promoting cutting-edge research and collaborative learning in population studies.

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                                                             Central Department of Population Studies 

                                                                        Tribhuvan University, Kirtipur Kathmandu, Nepal