Programme

Phd  and Research Programme
SASORD runs PhD programmes on contemporary development themes as per the policy, rules and regulations of the affiliated university in near future. Students are required to take classes as per the master level programme in additional to undertaking one year research and dissertation writing. SASORD will link students with appropriate resources to explore research grants and supervisors.

What can you do with a PhD in Development Studies?
Non-governmental aid organisations: Graduates can work in the developing countries on development projects, or in developed countries running campaigns, lobbying, fund raising and development education. For example see: UNICEF, Oxfam and Amnesty International.
International Research Development Institutions: Graduates will gain skills and knowledge to work with international organisations such as the ICIMOD, FAO, Asian Development Bank, United Nations, the World Bank, etc.
Government Policy: Graduates will be qualified to work in the public service at all levels developing policy and programmes concerning the development and aid. For example: working with the Nepal Government in the National Planning Commission or in Aid and Policy Department.

University: Graduates can join academic sector and teach at the university pursuing postgraduate research. 
Consultancy: Graduates can work as freelance 'expert' with various development organisations related with the field of studies.