Tribhuvan University
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Office of the Dean Balkhu, Kathmandu
Curriculum of Master of Computer Applications (MCA) 2023
Title: The title of the degree is Master of Computer Applications (MCA).
Objectives
The objectives of the Master of Computer Applications (MCA) at the faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences of Tribhuvan University is to prepare human resource for productive careers in the field of software development, IT Entrepreneur and academic institutions by providing an outstanding environment for teaching, research and development in the core and emerging trends of the discipline.
Credit & Duration of Program
Master of Computer Applications (MCA) is 63 credit program. The program is practical as
well as theoretical in nature class load is as specified in the course structure section. The
duration of the program is two years. Each year is divided into two semesters. Semester
duration is of 16 weeks of working days for teaching learning excluding examinations and
other activities.
Medium of Instruction and Examination
The medium of instruction and examination in the Master of Computer Applications (MCA)
program shall be English.
Entry Requirement
The entry requirement for students in Master of Computer Applications (MCA) is:
Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) completed with minimum B- grade or
second division in equivalent degree from recognized institution.
Besides this academic requirement, an entrance will be conducted for all applicants by the
Dean's Office, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences (FOHSS).
Admission Procedure
An Entrance exam shall be conducted once a year by Dean's Office, FOHSS. Eligible successful candidates shall be admitted on merit basis.
Academic Schedule
The academic session of the program consists of two semesters per year. The fall semester begins in September and the spring semester begins in February. Dean's Office, FOHSS will publish academic calendar.
Students Evaluation
The students' academic performance during a semester is evaluated using the system of
continuous assessment (Internal & External Assessment).
The concern institution/department conducts the minimum of two internal assessments (MidTerm & Pre-final Examination) during the session and it will be evaluated by subject teacher.
University conducts the external assessment (Final Examination) at the end of semester.
Final practical examination shall be conducted by concerned institution/department.
Dean's Office, FOHSS will not conduct final examinations for elective courses and in courses
which are offered as intensive courses conducted by reputed national/international scholar.
General Evaluation Scheme:
Assessment Scheme
| SN | Subject Nature | Internal Assessment | External Assessment | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Theory | Practical | Theory | |||
| 1 | Practical (Lab based) | 20% | 20% | 60% | 100% |
| 2 | Non-Practical | 40% | - | 60% | 100% |
Technical and Academic writing will be evaluated by the respective department/campus.
Project & Dissertation Evaluation Scheme
| SN | Subject Nature | Internal Assessment | External Assessment (Viva, Presentation & Demonstration) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Project | 80% | 20% | 100% |
| 2 | Dissertation | 80% | 20% | 100% |
