Master of Arts (M.A.) Child Care and Development

Objective : The two years Master of Arts (M.A) Degree in Child Care and Development conducted by The Global Open University, Nagaland has been designed for meeting the demand of the growing needs of experts in the fields of child education and development, child life and acculturation, child labour, physically and mentally challenged children, child health, child psychology, child rights, holistic child care etc.

Eligibility : Graduates of any discipline

Duration : 2 years

Award : Master of Arts (M.A) Degree in Child Care and Development shall be awarded to all the successful candidates by The Global Open University, Nagaland.

First Year
Introduction to Child Care
Child Education and Development
Childhood and Adolescent Growth
Childlife and Acculturation
Early Childhood Education

Second Year
Child Psychology
Child Rights
Holistic Child Care
UN and the Child
Master’s Thesis

Careers in Child Care and Development

Caring for and supervising the child during their early years is very important. Early childhood education and child care have become almost a necessity in all countries. Preschool is often the term used to refer to child care centres that care primarily for three or four years old children. The first few years of a child’s life are very important to form a basis for good education, morality, self discipline and social integration. Consistency of approach, skills and qualifications of Careers have been shown in many studies to improve the chances of a children reaching their full potential. This is a new area for new Careers gathering momentum.

Total Fee : Rs. 28,150

Accordingly, the Application Form duly filled-in along with four stamp size photographs, copies of certificates and mark sheets and a Bank Draft for the full fee i.e. Rs. 28,150 in the name of “The Global Open University, Nagaland” payable at Dimapur must reach the Admissions Officer, The Global Open University, Sodzulhou Village, P.O. – ARTC, NH-39, Dimapur – 797115 Nagaland by registered / speed post only.

Examination Fee : A fee of Rs. 300 per paper is to be paid before appearing in the Annual Examinations to be held at different Examination Centers within the State of Nagaland (Dimapur, Kohima, Wokha).

Master’s Thesis : All students are required to submit a Master’s Thesis at the end of second year.

Assignments : All admitted participants must submit subject wise assignments based on the Mini Project Reports to be prepared by them on a topic related to each of the subjects.