Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology (MCP) in Nepal — offered by Tribhuvan University, Counseling Psychology Programme (CPP), TU / ICMS Samarpan Academy, Dhumbarahi — 2 years (4 semesters). Eligibility: MCP accepts BA or BSc with Psychology major; BA with Social Work major; BSW; PGD in Counsel...
A four-semester, 63-credit program built around the practitioner-scholar model. It combines counseling theory, assessment, ethical and culturally responsive practice, research, community engagement and supervised work with clients. The six-credit thesis is included in the total.
Level
Master
University
Tribhuvan University
Institution
Counseling Psychology Programme (CPP), TU / ICMS Samarpan Academy, Dhumbarahi
Duration
2 years (4 semesters)
Credits
63
Eligibility
MCP accepts BA or BSc with Psychology major; BA with Social Work major; BSW; PGD in Counseling Psychology or School Counseling; BEd; BSc; bachelor’s degrees in Health Sciences or Medicine; bachelor’s degrees with a 3-credit or 100-mark course in Psychology, Mental Health or Counseling; and master’s degrees in Sociology, Anthropology or Management. These pathways are listed in the University Campus notice for the 2082–2083 session. The MCP Subject Committee sets detailed eligibility requirements. Applicants who studied Educational Psychology in their master's can also apply; consult the MCP program office about your case.
Admission
Selection is merit-based under the rules of the Dean's Office, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. Follow the MCP program's intake notice for application dates, documents and selection steps.
Entrance exam
MCP has its own entrance examination and syllabus. MA Psychology and PGD entrance mocks on Entrance by PsyNepal are not MCP exam simulations. Dedicated MCP entrance preparation is not yet available.
Started
2017
Fee
Consult the program office for the current fee schedule and any practical, supervision or placement costs.
Colleges offering it
Counseling Psychology Programme (CPP), Central Campus, TU, Kirtipur, Institute of Crisis Management Studies (ICMS), Samarpan Academy, Dhumbarahi
Career paths
Professional counselor, School counselor, Community mental health counselor, Psychosocial support specialist, NGO/INGO mental health program, Independent practice
Key facts
63 credits across four semesters: 15 + 15 + 15 + 18
Six-credit thesis included in the 63 credits
200 community-work hours, 100 practicum hours and 500 supervised-internship hours
Electives are alternatives within a paper, not additional compulsory credits
Curriculum provision: 50 students per enrollment, with practical groups of 25 where needed
University Campus 2082–2083 admission notice: morning shift 6:30–9:30 AM; current routines may vary.