Exam Type
Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Science Education
Tribhuvan University – Faculty of Education
Program Overview
The Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Science Education is a two-year postgraduate program offered under the Faculty of Education at Tribhuvan University. It is available in various constituent and affiliated campuses across Nepal.
The program includes professional core courses and specialization subjects. Students can choose one subject to specialize in from options such as Science Education, Curriculum and Evaluation, Educational Planning and Management, English, Nepali, Mathematics, Health, Physical, Economics, Geography, History, and Political Science Education. The curriculum was updated in 2009 to align with current academic and educational needs.
Program Objectives
This program aims to produce well-trained professionals in the education sector. The main objectives are:
To prepare qualified teacher educators
To develop educational planners, managers, and administrators
To encourage innovative teaching practices
To train leaders capable of transforming the education system
Key Features of the Program
Teaching Methods
Teaching methods include a mix of lectures, group discussions, demonstrations, seminars, guest lectures, case studies, problem-solving activities, and practical experiences. These approaches help students develop independent learning, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
Academic Calendar
Each academic year generally consists of 150 teaching days, excluding admission and exam periods. A 100-mark course typically requires 165 teaching hours, while a 50-mark course requires 75 teaching hours. In the semester system, 3-credit hour courses consist of 48 classroom hours.
Practicum
Practicum is a required part of the program, giving students real-world experience in campuses or secondary schools. Students must complete activities in three areas: classroom teaching, internship, and curriculum evaluation. Those specializing in Educational Planning and Management follow a different practicum plan. The practicum usually takes place after the second year and lasts for six weeks.
Thesis Writing
Writing a thesis is compulsory in the specialization area. Only students who pass all first-year courses are allowed to begin their thesis. A faculty member supervises the work, and the topic must be approved by the Department Research Committee. Evaluation is based on both the written thesis and a viva (oral defense). The quality of the thesis is managed by departmental research and evaluation committees.
Attendance and Evaluation
Students must attend at least 70% of classes (annual system) or 80% (semester system) to be eligible for final exams. Exams are held at the end of each academic session and are conducted by the TU Examination Office or the Dean’s Office (for the semester system).
To pass, students need at least 40% marks in each theory paper in the annual system and 50% in the semester system. For the practicum, the pass mark is 50% in both systems.
Graduation Requirements
To graduate with an M.Ed. degree, students must:
Complete 1,000 marks in total (or 69 credit hours under the semester system)
Pass all courses, including the thesis and practicum
Finish the program within the timeframe set by Tribhuvan University
Grading System
Third Division: 40% and above
Second Division: 50% and above
First Division: 60% and above
Distinction: 75% and above
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree in Education. For certain specializations, specific subject knowledge is required. In the semester system, students must also pass an entrance exam to be admitted to their chosen specialization.
Course Structure
Annual System (Marks-Based)
S.N. | Course Type | Full Marks | 1st Year | 2nd Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Core (Professional) | 300 | 200 | 100 |
2 | Specialization Courses | 550 | 300 | 250 |
3 | Elective | 50 | – | 50 |
4 | Teaching Practice | 50 | – | 50 |
5 | Thesis Writing | 50 | – | 50 |
Semester System (Credit-Based)
S.N. | Course Type | 1st Sem | 2nd Sem | 3rd Sem | 4th Sem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Core Courses | 3 Papers | 2 Papers | 1 Paper | 1 Paper |
2 | Specialization Courses | 3 Papers | 4 Papers | 5 Papers | – |
3 | Elective Course | – | – | – | 1 Paper |
4 | Teaching Practice | – | – | – | 1 Paper |
5 | Thesis Writing | – | – | – | 1 Paper |
Specialization Subjects Offered
Students can choose to specialize in one of the following subjects, based on their academic background:
Science Education
English Language Education
Nepali Language Education
Curriculum and Evaluation
Educational Planning and Management
Economics Education
Health Education
History Education
Geography Education
Mathematics Education
Physical Education
Political Science Education
Population Education
Students must also carry out independent research and complete practicum activities related to their specialization. Both the thesis and practical work must align with the chosen subject.
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