MA in Economics (MA Economics)

MA in Economics under semester system is a two-year programme consisting of four semesters. The students will have to complete the various compulsory papers pertaining to core courses and can then choose from a wide variety of optional papers (see course details below). The first two semesters consist of compulsory papers, while students have the opportunity to choose from specialized courses during the third and fourth semesters.

Objective of the Course of Study

The MA Economics programme at Tribhuvan University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive theoretical and practical knowledge of economic theories, methodologies, and policies. The curriculum intends to equip students with skills of comprehending core and contemporary knowledge of economics, including microeconomics, macroeconomics, economic development and planning, public economics, monetary economics, financial economics, Nepalese economics, and various specialized areas. Moreover, it emphasizes the development of quantitative skills, particularly in mathematics, statistics, research methodology, and econometrics, enabling applications of analytical techniques to real-world economic research and policy analysis through the study of microeconomics, macroeconomics, development economics, public economics, monetary economics, etc. Thus, at the end of the course, students will be able to understand analytical tools of economics and apply them in formulating and analyzing economic models, theories, and policies. They will also be able to do research in economics.

Admission Criteria

Students holding a Bachelor's Degree in Economics or any subjects recognized by the Tribhuvan University, having at least 150 marks or eight credits in economics, mathematics, statistics, econometrics, either in any one of these subjects or a mix of them, will be eligible for entrance examination. Only students who have passed the entrance examination will be eligible for admission to the MA in Economics.

Duration of the Course

Studying the provided courses lasts for two years, divided into four semesters. Over the course of six months, there is an examination at the end of the semester.

Semester System

In the semester system, annual academic programmes are typically divided into two semesters. Each semester lasts around 16 weeks. During these weeks, students attend classes and engage in study-related activities designed to facilitate learning and academic progress.

Course Structure