TISS Tuljapur offers MA in Rural Development programme. It is a four-dimensional programme which comprises of teaching, training, field action, research and documentation. The teaching and academics is well blended with field learning, supported, and facilitated by development partners and people’s institutions. The learning takes place through lecture, seminar, group work, case study, workshops, simulation exercises, etc.

Students pursuing this programme at TISS Tuljapur are engaged in field work, pilot projects, research, etc. Students do internship and field work in various organisations. The MA Social Work in Rural Development postgraduates command excellent job opportunities in various organisations. Some of the major recruiters are Swaniti Initiative, Gram Vikas, End Poverty, etc. The total course fees charged by the institute if approximately Rs. 1.39 lakhs.