KU, RP Foundation launch BHC

Collaborating with RP Foundation, Kathmandu University (KU) has introduced a pioneering program, ‘Bachelor in Heritage Conservation (BHC)’, under its School of Engineering, Department of Architecture. This new program is the first of its kind in all of Asia, focusing on the preservation and protection of cultural heritage. The BHC program offers an in-depth exploration of the reasons and methods behind heritage conservation, emphasizing its significance in shaping civilizations, says the Foundation. “Given Nepal’s rich cultural heritage, including ten UNESCO World Heritage sites and 15 sites nominated for the status, the course aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to protect and preserve these invaluable assets.”

Classes for the BHC program will be conducted in the culturally rich areas of Panauti, Dhulikhel, and Bhaktapur, offering students hands-on experience in heritage conservation. The application deadline for the inaugural intake is set for Sept 16.