Bachelor of Political Science in Nepal

Bachelor of Political Science in Nepal

Bachelor of Political Science in Nepal

Kanti Khadka

 The Bachelor of political science in Nepal is one of the most flexible undergraduate programs in Nepal. It is a 4-year course under the faculty of humanities and social science. with an aim to provide students with the analytical tools and critical thinking skills to contribute to society.

A limited number of colleges offer B.A. in Political Science in Nepal under Tribhuvan University(TU).

This undergraduate course enables students to pursue careers in different sectors such as public administration, governance, community economic development, social justice, and democracy.

Key Takeaways of Bachelor of Political science in Nepal

Course

Bachelor of Political Science

Course type

Undergraduate

Course duration

4 years

Eligibility

Must have completed a 10+2 level or equivalent from any University or Board recognised by Tribhuvan University.

Average Fees

Information N/A

Job designations

Legislative assistant, Researcher, Analyst, High school teacher, Public Administration officer and more

What skills will you gain from the Bachelor of Political Science program?

  • Analytical, independent and structural thinking
  • Quantitative and qualitative research skills
  • Understanding of how governments work
  • Management and community development skills
  • Critical understanding of essential issues in global politics
  • Develop an awareness of colonialism and decolonisation

Requirements to Study BA political science in Nepal

To study Bachelor of Political Science in Nepal, students must meet the eligibility criteria set by TU. 

  • Students must secure at least D+ in all subjects in Grade 11 and Grade 12.
  • Students must have completed a 10+2 level or equivalent from any University or Board recognised by Tribhuvan University.

Entrance examination

The entrance examination is not required to enrol for a B.A.(Political Science) course in Nepal. However, you might be required to appear in entrance examinations held internally by different private institutions.

Documents Required (During Admission) 

  • Transcript of SLC & +2 Level (2 copies each) 
  • 3 PP size and 2 Auto size Photographs
  • Proof of date of birth (required 2 copies of either valid passport or your citizenship)
  • Scheduled Caste/ Scheduled Tribe/Other Backward Caste certificates
  • Proof of disability (if any)

Syllabus of  Bachelor of Political Science in Nepal As per TU

Bachelor of Political Studies includes Compulsory English in the first and the third years and Compulsory Nepali in the second year. 

For international students, the University offers Alternative English in the second year as a substitute to Compulsory Nepali.

Compulsory Subjects:

First Year

Second Year

Third Year

C.Eng.401 Reading and Writing in English

C.Nep.402 Compulsory Nepali

C. Eng.403 Reading and Writing Across the Disciplines

 

Alt. Eng. 402 Alternative English

 

Syllabus of Bachelor in Political Science (first - fourth) year

Year

Course code

Subject

First Year

Ps.421

Political Theory

Ps.422

Political Thought

Second Year

Ps. 423

Major Political Systems

Ps. 424 

International Studies

Third Year

Ps. 425

Public Administration

Ps. 410 

Government and Election in Nepal (Elective)

Fourth Year

Ps. 426

Politics of Nepal

Ps. 427

Research Methodology

For Complete BA of Political Science syllabus:

BA of Political Science.pdf

Evaluation metrics

Students are evaluated based on both written examinations and internal assessments. 

Written examination constitutes 70 marks, while internal assessment is equal to 30 marks. Internal assessment is provided by the respective institution based on projects, classroom presentation and other factors.  

For detailed information on evaluation metrics go through the table below:

Theoretical Examination(70 Marks)

Types of questions

Total questions Number of questions to be asked

Number of questions to be answered and marks allocated

Total Marks

Remarks

Group A:

Comprehensive/Critical question

1 out of 2 questions

1 x 20 marks

20

Exam hours 

3:00

Group B:
Long answer question

3 out of 4 questions

3 x 10 marks

30

Group B:

Short answer question

4 out of 6 questions

4 x 5 marks

20

                                                                     Total

70

Practical Examination  ( 30 marks)





Internal Evaluation of 15 marks

  1. Attendance

5

  1. Class participation, group presentation 5 and class presentation

5

  1. Research Report (mini project work/field 5 work/ Report/ Seminar paper

5

                                                        Total

15

 

                                      Pre-board examination (15 marks)

Types of questions

Total questions Number of questions to be asked

Number of questions to be answered and marks allocated

Total Marks

Remarks

Group A:

Long answer question

1 out of 2 questions

1 x 10 marks

10

Exam Hours:

1:00

Group B:
Short answer question

1 out of 2 questions

1 x 5 marks

5

Total 

15

Grand Total

30

Job Opportunities After Bachelor of Political Science in Nepal

Graduates with political science degrees can pursue many career paths as this course helps build in-demand job skills such as critical thinking, analytical abilities and research.

BA in Political Science graduates qualify for different entry-level positions in politics and the government, working as legislative assistants, researchers, and analysts. 

They may also opt to work in the corporate sector as a market research analyst, pursue a teaching license to become an educator or enter the legal field as a legal assistant or paralegal.

 Political science students can also apply for graduate school to become political scientists.

Some other possible career paths for BA (political Science) graduates are as follows:

  • Working with national and international NGO’s
  • Diplomat or any international organisation
  • Politician, member of a political party or a particular interest group
  • Public service in federal, provincial or municipal government
  • Lawyer; law enforcement
  • Journalism, television, radio or print media
  • Public policy analyst; policy consulting
  • Organisational leadership and development

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