Programmes
Academic Programmes Offered under the Royal University of Bhutan
The Royal University of Bhutan offers a wide range of academic programmes designed to support learning, professional development, and national human resource needs. These programmes are delivered through its colleges and cover various fields such as education, business, science, technology, engineering, humanities, and social sciences.
The academic programmes aim to provide students with relevant knowledge, practical skills, and values required for employment, further studies, and contribution to society. Through quality teaching, research, and hands-on learning, RUB supports students in building strong academic foundations and preparing for future careers.
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Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Political Science is an undergraduate programme that focuses on the study of economic systems, political institutions, governance, public policy, and social development. The programme helps students understand how economies function and how political decisions influence society.
Fulltime
3 Years
Bachelor of Science in Data Science and Data Analytics is an undergraduate programme that focuses on collecting, managing, analyzing, and interpreting data to support decision-making. The programme covers areas such as statistics, programming, database management, machine learning, data visualization, business analytics, and research methods.
Fulltime
4 Years
Bachelor in Digital Communication and Project Management is an undergraduate programme that focuses on digital communication, media strategies, project planning, and effective management of communication projects.
Fulltime
3 Years
Bachelor of Science in Physics is an undergraduate programme that focuses on the study of matter, energy, motion, forces, and the laws of nature. The programme covers areas such as mechanics, electricity and magnetism, waves, optics, thermodynamics, quantum physics, and laboratory techniques
Fulltime
4 Years
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics is an undergraduate programme that focuses on the study of numbers, patterns, structures, and logical reasoning. The programme covers areas such as algebra, calculus, geometry, statistics, probability, mathematical modelling, and computational mathematics.
Fulltime
4 Years
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry is an undergraduate programme that focuses on the study of matter, its properties, composition, structure, and reactions. The programme covers areas such as organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, physical chemistry, analytical chemistry, biochemistry, and laboratory techniques.
Fulltime
4 Years
Bachelor of Science in Life Science is an undergraduate programme that focuses on the study of living organisms and their relationship with the environment. The programme covers areas such as biology, ecology, genetics, microbiology, biotechnology, physiology, and environmental science.
Fulltime
4 Years
Postgraduate Diploma in Contemplative Counselling Psychology is a professional programme that focuses on counselling, mental well-being, and contemplative approaches to personal development. The programme covers areas such as counselling theories, psychological assessment, mindfulness, self-awareness, emotional support, communication skills, and ethical practice.
Fulltime
1 Year
Postgraduate Diploma in Education is a professional teacher education programme designed for graduates who wish to become teachers or strengthen their teaching skills. The programme focuses on teaching methods, curriculum studies, classroom management, assessment, educational psychology, and professional practice.
Fulltime
1 Year
Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education is a professional programme designed for lecturers, tutors, and academic staff working in higher education institutions. The programme focuses on teaching and learning methods, curriculum design, assessment, student engagement, educational technology, and reflective teaching practice.
Part time
6 Months
Bachelor of Education in Secondary Science (Physics and Mathematics) is an undergraduate teacher education programme that prepares students to become secondary school teachers in Physics and Mathematics. The programme focuses on physics concepts, mathematical principles, laboratory skills, teaching methods, curriculum studies, assessment, classroom management, and educational psychology. It helps students develop strong scientific, analytical, problem-solving, and professional teaching skills.
Fulltime
4 Years
Bachelor of Education in Secondary Science (Biology and Chemistry) is an undergraduate teacher education programme that prepares students to become secondary school science teachers. The programme focuses on biology, chemistry, laboratory skills, teaching methods, curriculum studies, assessment, classroom management, and educational psychology.
Fulltime
4 Years
Bachelor of Education in Information Technology (Secondary) is an undergraduate teacher education programme that prepares students to become IT teachers at the secondary school level. The programme focuses on computer systems, programming, databases, networking, web technologies, educational technology, teaching methods, curriculum studies, assessment, and classroom management.
Fulltime
4 Years
Bachelor of Education in Secondary Arts (English–Geography) is an undergraduate teacher education programme that prepares students to become secondary school teachers in English and Geography. The programme focuses on English language and literature, physical and human geography, environmental studies, teaching methods, curriculum studies, assessment, classroom management, and educational psychology.
Fulltime
4 Years
Bachelor of Education in Secondary Arts (English–History) is an undergraduate teacher education programme that prepares students to become secondary school teachers in English and History. The programme focuses on English language and literature, historical studies, teaching methods, curriculum studies, assessment, classroom management, and educational psychology.