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Program Overview
The Master of Arts in Anthropology is a two-year postgraduate program divided into four semesters. The program consists of 18 papers and a compulsory thesis to be completed in the fourth semester.
In addition to the core courses, students may also choose from a set of optional courses based on personal interest and the availability determined by the department or campus.
Objectives of the Program
The M.A. in Anthropology aims to:
Provide updated knowledge of anthropological theories and methods.
Train students in fieldwork techniques essential for anthropological study.
Produce skilled professionals who can contribute to Nepal’s development.
Promote values of human rights and social justice.
Prepare students for advanced academic and research work in Anthropology at par with international standards.
Admission Requirements
Students eligible to apply must have completed a Bachelor's degree in one of the following disciplines recognized by Tribhuvan University:
Anthropology
Sociology
Social Work
Nepalese History, Culture and Archaeology
Psychology
History
Home Science
Geography
Economics
Political Science
Education
Management
Law
Medicine, Engineering, Forestry, Agriculture, or Animal Science
Entrance Examination
All applicants must sit for a one-hour entrance exam conducted by the Office of the Dean, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences.
Those who do not appear or fail to secure the minimum qualifying marks will not be admitted.
Admission is strictly based on merit ranking and seat availability at the Central Department of Sociology or respective campus.
Duration and Evaluation
The total duration of the program is two years consisting of four semesters.
Each semester runs for six months, and students must appear for a university exam at the end of each semester.
A minimum of 80% class attendance is mandatory to be eligible for examinations.
Course Distribution by Semester
Semester I
Paper Code | Title of Course | Credit Hours | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
AN 561 | Introduction to Anthropology | 3 | Required |
AN 562 | Classical Theories in Anthropology | 3 | Required |
AN 563 | Kinship Studies | 3 | Required |
AN 564 | Research Methods in Anthropology | 3 | Required |
AN 565 | Anthropology of Nepal and the Himalaya | 3 | Required |
Semester II
Paper Code | Title of Course | Credit Hours | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
AN 571 | Contemporary Theories in Anthropology | 3 | Required |
AN 572 | Recent Trends in Kinship Studies | 3 | Required |
AN 573 | Caste, Ethnicity & Nationalism | 3 | Required |
AN 574 | Advanced Research Methods in Anthropology | 3 | Required |
AN 575 | Economic Anthropology | 3 | Required |
Semester III
Paper Code | Title of Course | Credit Hours | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
AN 581 | Linguistic Anthropology | 3 | Required |
AN 582 | Anthropology of Religion and Ritual | 3 | Required |
AN 583 | Anthropology of Natural Resource Management | 3 | Optional |
AN 584 | Medical Anthropology | 3 | Optional |
AN 585 | Anthropology of Development | 3 | Optional |
AN 586 | Social Inequality, Inclusion and Affirmative Action | 3 | Optional |
AN 587 | Society, Culture and Climate Change | 3 | Optional |
AN 588 | Political Anthropology | 3 | Optional |
AN 589 | Culture and Economy | 3 | Optional |
Semester IV
Paper Code | Title of Course | Credit Hours | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
AN 591 | Historical Anthropology | 3 | Required |
AN 592 | Research Design and Writing: A Practicum | 3 | Required |
AN 593 | Thesis | 6 | Required |
AN 594 | Culture and Environment in Nepal | 3 | Optional |
AN 595 | Marxist Anthropology | 3 | Optional |
AN 596 | Food, Culture and Symbol | 3 | Optional |
AN 597 | Anthropology and Globalization | 3 | Optional |
AN 598 | Ecological Anthropology | 3 | Optional |
AN 599 | Feminist Anthropology | 3 | Optional |
AN 600 | Indigenous Peoples in Asia | 3 | Optional |
Evaluation System
The performance of students will be assessed through a combination of internal and external evaluations:
Internal Evaluation – 40% (conducted by faculty)
Criteria | Marks |
|---|---|
Class Attendance | 10 |
Class Participation, Discussions, Presentations | 10 |
Term Paper Writing | 10 |
Class Test (Written) | 10 |
External Evaluation – 60% (conducted by Dean’s Office)
This will be based on the final written examination at the end of each semester.
Students must pass both the internal and external components.
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