Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Geography Education

Tribhuvan University – Faculty of Education

The Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Geography Education is a two-year postgraduate program offered by Tribhuvan University through its Faculty of Education (FoE). It is available in both constituent and affiliated campuses located across the country. This program includes a balanced combination of pedagogical/professional core courses and subject-specific specialization courses.

Students can choose to specialize in one of several fields such as Curriculum and Evaluation, Educational Planning and Management, English Education, Nepali Education, Science Education, Mathematics Education, Health Education, Physical Education, Economics Education, Geography Education, History Education, and Political Science Education. Both the core and specialization components of this program were revised and updated in 2009.

Program Objectives

The M.Ed. program is designed to prepare students for advanced roles in the education sector. The primary goal is to produce highly qualified education professionals who can contribute meaningfully to the academic and administrative aspects of education in Nepal. Specific objectives include:

• Preparing skilled and competent teacher educators in various disciplines.

• Producing effective educational planners, administrators, managers, supervisors, and subject experts.

• Encouraging innovation, creativity, and evidence-based practices in teaching and learning.

• Developing capable educational leaders who can bring about transformative changes in the education system.

Key Features of the Program

Instructional Methods

The teaching and learning methods used in the M.Ed. program involve a mix of approaches to create an engaging academic experience. These include:

• Class lectures and discussions

• Group work and collaborative projects

• Demonstrations and guest lectures

• Seminars and presentations

• Case analysis and fieldwork

• Term paper writing and practical activities

These techniques are aimed at encouraging students to think critically, work independently, and solve real-life educational problems.

Academic Calendar and Class Hours

A typical academic year includes 150 teaching days, excluding time for admissions and final exams. A 100-mark theory course includes around 1650 minutes of instruction, typically spread over five weekly periods. A 50-mark course includes about 75 lecture sessions (three periods per week). For semester-based courses, a 3-credit hour subject involves 48 classroom hours, with each credit hour equaling 16 lecture hours.

Practicum

Practicum is an essential component of the M.Ed. program. It provides students with hands-on experience through direct involvement in classroom teaching, internships, and curriculum evaluation. For students in Educational Planning and Management, equivalent professional activities are offered in place of classroom teaching. The practicum is conducted during or after the second academic year and lasts for six weeks.

Thesis Writing

Writing a thesis in the selected specialization area is mandatory. Only students who have successfully completed all first-year courses are allowed to begin thesis work. The thesis is developed under the guidance of a faculty advisor, following a set format approved by the Department Research Committee. Final thesis evaluation includes a written component and an oral defense (viva voce), and quality control is overseen by departmental research committees.

Attendance and Evaluation

• Minimum attendance of 70% (annual system) or 80% (semester system) is required to be eligible for final exams.

• Final examinations for the annual system are conducted by the Office of the Controller of Examinations, Tribhuvan University.

• Semester exams are conducted by the Dean’s Office of the Faculty of Education.

Evaluation Criteria

• For theory papers: minimum pass marks are 40% (annual) or 50% (semester).

• For practicum: minimum 50% marks are required.

Graduation Requirements

To graduate with an M.Ed. degree, students must:

• Successfully complete all required courses with passing grades.

• Complete 1000 marks of coursework in the annual system or 69 credit hours in the semester system.

• Finish all coursework within the timeframe set by Tribhuvan University.

Grading System

• Distinction: 75% and above

• First Division: 60% and above

• Second Division: 50% and above

• Third Division: 40% and above

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in Education. Additional subject-specific qualifications may be required for some specializations. In the semester system, applicants must pass an entrance examination to gain admission into their desired specialization.

Curriculum Structure

Annual System Structure

Semester System Structure

Note: One credit hour is equal to 16 classroom lecture hours.

Specialization Options

Students enrolled in the M.Ed. program can choose to specialize in one of the following areas, depending on their academic background:

• Geography Education

• Curriculum and Evaluation

• Economics Education

• English Language Education

• Nepali Language Education

• Mathematics Education

• Science Education

• Health Education

• History Education

• Political Science Education

• Physical Education

• Population Education

• Educational Planning and Management

Students must also complete a thesis and practicum closely related to their area of specialization.