National College, located in Dhumbarahi, Kathmandu, was established in 1996 by a team of dedicated academicians committed to providing quality, need-based education in a stimulating academic environment. Since 1999, the college has been proudly affiliated with Kathmandu University.
As a pioneer in South Asia, National College offers unique undergraduate programs designed to address contemporary national and global issues:
- Bachelor in Development Studies (BDevS): Launched in 1999, this program focuses on sustainable development practices and policies.
- Bachelor in Development Finance (BDFin): Introduced in 2006, it integrates finance with development, preparing students to manage financial aspects of development projects.
- Bachelor of Social Sciences (BoSS): Started in 2013, this program delves into social sciences with an emphasis on international relations and diplomacy.
- Bachelor of Psychology (BPsych): This program offers comprehensive knowledge in psychology, preparing students for various professional roles.
Vision:
- To become a center of excellence in south asia, integrating knowledge,skills and behaviour to create self- reliant citizens for a developed society.
Mission
- To prepare visionary professionals capable of catalyzing social and economic transformation in diverse settings.
Goal
- To nurture outstanding scholars, researchers,planners and development managers who can provide leadership in improving lives in a rapidly changing global scenario
National College emphasizes practical learning through field studies, internships, and voluntary work. Students engage in real-world projects, enhancing their research and analytical skills. The college also fosters a cross-cultural learning environment, attracting international students from countries like Germany, Switzerland, Finland, Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, and Australia. In collaboration with institutions like Waseda University and the University of Sacred Heart in Tokyo, Japan, National College has established international student exchange programs since 2006, enriching students’ global perspectives. The college’s commitment to academic excellence is evident, with over 1,300 alumni, more than 30 gold medalists, and 7 university toppers.
Scholarship schemes are available under various categories, including the SAF Madanjeet Singh Scholarship, Semester-Topper Scholarship, and Needy and Diligent Scholarship, ensuring education is accessible to deserving students.
National College continues to uphold its educational philosophy, focusing on timeless attributes of leadership, skills, intuition, ambition, and humanity to develop better human resource
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