MEd in Science Education | TU

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Overview
objective
admission requirements
Fee Structure
scope

Overview

Tribhuvan University Central Department of Education offers a two-year Master of Education in Science Education program. It consists of professional pedagogical and specialization courses to produce teachers with advanced concepts and strategies for teaching science in college. It allows inquiry-based learning in science education, science lab management and safety, educational research methods, and technology integration in science education, along with a dissertation or research project. This program will open career paths as science teacher, curriculum developer in science education, education consultant, researcher, instructional designer, and program coordinator.

Objectives of MEd in Science Education

The key objectives of MEd in Science Education program are:

To produce dynamic and influential educators and trainers with the ability to supervise and bring progress to the practice of teaching science education.
To develop the personality and cultivate a mindset of change in graduates, enabling them to become successful teachers, administrators, and researchers in the field of science education.
To help students become capable of analyzing, understanding, and evaluating the multidimensional aspects of science education and suggesting improvements.
To develop students' capacity to independently design and conduct theoretical and applied research in the field of science, both individually and as part of a group.

Admission Requirements in MEd in Science Education

Eligibility for Admission:

Students must have passed a Bachelor's Degree in Education from colleges/universities/boards recognized by Tribhuvan University. For admission into different specialized subjects, students must possess the specific qualifications required for that specialized subject.

Entrance Examination:

Under the semester system, passing an entrance test is mandatory for admission. The entrance exam is conducted by the Department of Science Education, Tribhuvan University. The merit list is published after the completion of the entrance exam.

Fee Structure

Constituent Rs 40,000 to Rs 60,000

Affiliated Colleges: Rs 70000 to Rs 120000

Career and Scope

The candidates are exposed to a large number of career opportunities after completing MEd in Science Educaton degree. There is a widespread belief that graduates will be limited to teaching and classroom activities, but this project offers much more than that. Teaching is just one part; there are many other options for students. They can work as researchers in science-related institutes or in numerous NGOs/INGOs established in Nepal, depending on their qualifications. Additionally, there are science magazines and journals where students can work and earn. MEd graduates can also work as writers, editors, administrators, curriculum developers, freelancers, scientists, and more. Moreover, science holds great importance in foreign countries, where students can choose to continue their studies or start working. Therefore, Master of Science in Science Education program is as competitive and valuable as other degrees, and graduates can work with their heads held high.