M.A. Rural
Development
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University of Science & Technology,
Techno City, Kiling Road, Baridua, 9th Mile, Ri-Bhoi,
Meghalaya-793101
Rural Development connotes overall development of rural areas with a view to improve the quality of life of rural people. Today, rural development is viewed as a multi-dimensional process which involves the reorganization and reorientation of entire economic and social systems.
- 3 Years / Onsite
- Intakes: Jan, Apr, Jun, Oct
Academic Focus
Rural Development from a mission has gradually changed to a profession and recently various educational institutes have come forward to offer professional courses in Rural Development in order to prepare skilled and committed rural development professionals.
Career Scope
Job opportunities in Rural Development are available in Government sectors/ banks/ NGOs/voluntary organizations, social development units of corporate sectors, self-employment, training centres, projects, teachers, researchers, consultants, etc. Career aspirants, on successful completion of the course can secure jobs as administrators, budget analysts or executives in both NGOs and local Government bodies.
Undergraduate Research
Research activities are not confined to post-graduate level but are integrated into the under-graduate program at USTM. The 6th semester offers a comprehensive course on research methodologies and project dissertation that helps each student to acquire a preliminary idea about the active field of research. This further motivates students to pursue their career in higher education and industry.
Eligibility
HS/(10+2) in any stream with 45% marks in aggregate (5% relaxation for reserved categories).
Course Fee:
Admission fee : Rs. 40,000/-
Tuition fee per semester : Rs. 40,000/-
How to Apply?
- You Apply
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- We Connect
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- You Get Ready
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