The syllabus of M.A. Programme in Rural Development is designed to include such diverse academic contents as are essential in the making of this discipline in the Indian Context. A critical component of this programme is dissertation based on empirical research in rural areas. It will be useful to personnel working in various Govt. Departments/agencies, NGOs, Cooperatives, Banks and other institutions engaged in rural transformation. It will also be beneficial for fresh graduates interested in pursuing career in the discipline of rural development.

Eligibility

Graduates from any discipline are eligible.

Medium

It is offered in English & Hindi.

Programme Fee

Ist Year: Rs 3100/- (Rs. 100/- Registration fee inclusive)
IInd Year : Rs 2900/-

MA in Rural Development Duration

Minimum 2 years
Maximum 5 years

Credits

66 credits (1 credit = 30 hours of study)

Programme Structure

Course Code	Title of the Course	Credits
First Year	Compulsory Courses
MRD-101	Rural Development - Indian Context	6
MRD-102	Rural Development Programmes	6
MRD-103	Rural Development - Planning and Management	6
MRD-004	Research Methods in Rural Development	6
MRDP-001	Dissertation	6

 

Course Code	Title of the Course	Credits
Second Year	Optional Courses (Opt 5 courses)
RDD-6	Rural Health Care	6
RDD-7	Communication and Extension in Rural Development	6
MRDE-101	Rural Social Development	6
MRDE-002	Voluntary Action in Rural Development	6
MRDE-003	Land Reforms and Rural Development	6
MRDE-004	Entrepreneurship and Rural Development	6

II Year: A learner must complete total of five optional courses during Second
Year.