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The Bachelor of Technical Education in Information Technology (B.Tech. Ed. IT) at South City College of Science and Technology is an affiliated program of Kathmandu University School of Education (KUSOED). It is a four-year undergraduate program designed to produce qualified EdTech professionals, including instructors and curriculum developers, in the field of Technical and Vocational Education and Training.
A unique feature of the program is the dual degree pathway, where students can pursue both B.Tech. Ed. IT and Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT), enabling them to acquire strong technical competence alongside professional teaching and curriculum development skills. If a student is interested in acquiring a BIT degree (not compulsory), the student should invest at least six months and a maximum of one year.
This dual track expands career prospects, allowing graduates to work as IT professionals as well as educators in technical and vocational institutions. With a strong focus on Information Technology, the program blends technical expertise with pedagogical skills, preparing graduates to lead effectively in technical schools, vocational institutes, and related educational settings.
In addition to instructional skills, students gain competencies in curriculum design, resource development, and educational innovation, enabling them to contribute to strengthening Nepal’s technical education system. By preparing skilled human resources in the IT field, the B.Tech. Ed. IT program supports both educational advancement and the broader economic development of the country.
Dr. Binod Prasad Pant
Head, Department of STEAM Education (KUSOED)
Key Takeaways
- 4-year KU (KUSOED) affiliated undergraduate program
- Designed for TVET: EdTech instructors + curriculum developers
- Optional BIT dual-degree: +6 months to 1 year
- Skills: teaching, curriculum, innovation, and IT competence
- Career paths: IT industry + education & training sector
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The Bachelor of Technical Education in Information Technology (B.Tech. Ed. IT) at South City College of Science and Technology is an affiliated program of Kathmandu University School of Education (KUSOED). It is a four-year undergraduate program designed to produce qualified EdTech professionals, including instructors and curriculum developers, in the field of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET).
Technical + Pedagogical balance
The program blends technical expertise with pedagogical skills, preparing graduates to lead effectively in technical schools, vocational institutes, and related educational settings.
Optional dual degree (BIT)
Students may pursue an additional Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT). This is not compulsory and typically requires an additional 6 months to 1 year of focused IT courses.
Curriculum and innovation skills
Learners gain competencies in curriculum design, resource development, and educational innovation to strengthen Nepal’s technical education system.
KU collaborative strength
The program reflects collaborative efforts of KU’s School of Education and School of Engineering to ensure a strong balance of technological and educational aspects.