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PhD (Education) | KU

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Overview

Kathmandu University School of Education offers a three-year, full-time PhD education program to design and conduct original research, critically assess, and develop problem-solving skills relevant to the education field. This program also allows access to current and emerging complex problems in the education sector and develops scholars and leaders within the field of education. The PhD education program will prepare graduates for high-level original research and contribute to educational theory and practices.

Objectives

The main objectives of the PhD in Education program are as follows:

  • To enable students to develop the capacity to independently design and conduct original research by formulating genuine inquiry questions.
  • To help students gain a thorough understanding of the prime areas, focus, and framework of their investigation area, along with critical assessment skills of academic literature and intellectual conventions.
  • To equip students with problem-solving abilities, skills, knowledge, and attitudes essential to their field of study, including the capability to interpret study within the paradigms, methodologies, models, and methods relevant to their inspection.
  • To instill in students a sense of intellectual honesty, academic integrity, and a realization of their responsibilities as researchers.

Admission Requirements

Eligibility Criteria for Admission:

The eligibility criteria for admission to the PhD Education program are as follows:

  • Candidates must hold a Master of Philosophy (MPhil) degree or a Master of Science (MSc) by Research or any equivalent master's degree in the relevant field from a recognized college/university affiliated with Kathmandu University (KU).
  • Candidates must have achieved a minimum CGPA of 3 out of 4 or at least a second division in the aggregate of their Higher Secondary Examination.
  • Candidates should have at least one individual research article published (or accepted for publication) in a regional, national, or international journal or have presented a research paper at a recognized national or international conference.

Admission Procedure for Doctor of Philosophy in Education:

The admission process involves admission tests, presentation of research, viva voce, and a personal interview conducted by the research team.

Selection of candidates is based on various factors like

  • Evaluation of published or presented research articles
  • Presentation and viva voce examination on the research article
  • Scores on the Admission Test
  • Personal interview
  • Merit of academic achievements

Fee Structure

The average fee for a PhD in Education program at Kathmandu University (KU) is Rs 6,40,000 only.

Career and Scope

Education plays a crucial role in society, and highly knowledgeable and skilled educators are needed to improve the education system. PhD graduates in education can pursue various career paths, including:

  • Teachers, trainers, tutors, and mentors in educational institutes, schools, colleges, and universities.
  • Researchers in organizations working in the field of education.
  • Positions such as advisors, administrators, supervisors, and curriculum developers.
  • Opportunities in international organizations for research work and other responsibilities.

PhD graduates in education have a wide range of career opportunities both within and outside the country, including positions that involve:

  • Analysis
  • Leadership
  • Policy-making
  • Curriculum development
  • Consultancy in the field of education