Central Department of History

Tribhuvan University (TU)

Kirtipur, Kathmandu

977-01-4331976

ABOUT CAMPUS

The Central Department of Nepalese History, Culture, and Archaeology holds a long-standing history within Tribhuvan University. Its origins trace back to 1918 when History was included as one of the subjects at Tri-Chandra College's establishment. Later, Professor Gokul Chandra Malhotra (Shastri) introduced Culture at the Bachelor's level. In 1959, Culture became a separate subject at the postgraduate level under the Department of Culture, offering various courses such as Religion & Philosophy, Archaeology, Pre-History, Iconography, Architecture, and Numismatics. In 1971, the department's name was changed to the Central Department of Nepalese History, Culture, and Archaeology (NeHCA).

In 1972, following the implementation of the New Education System, the department expanded its offerings to include intermediate-level courses, incorporating Cultural Tourism and Museology. Over time, the courses have been regularly updated based on the changing requirements and expert recommendations. Presently, the department follows a Semester system, adhering to the academic calendar of Tribhuvan University. Additionally, it collaborates with esteemed international partners and universities to provide students with high-quality academic learning experiences.

Vision

To produce expert manpower in the fields of culture, tourism, archaeology, museology, numismatics religion and philosophy by providing academic programs that are nationally and internationally recognized.

Mission

To contribute to Cultural studies by serving different needs and interests of tangible and intangible heritages in the communities and country.

Objectives

To provide academic leadership to the constituent and affiliated campuses that run academic programs in Culture.
To prepare and implement the courses of bachelor’s, MPhil and PhD programs.
To help and provide experts’ advice to the Nepal Government on the implementation of the country’s cultural policies.
To promote research activities for both teachers as well as students of different levels thereby helping preserve and promote the tangible and intangible heritage of the country.
To produce expert manpower at the national level who values and works on preserving and promoting cultural assets and heritages of the country.

Masters in Arts

The course spans over 2 years divided over 4 semesters with 60 credits in total.

Master of Philosophy (MPhil) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

The MPhil/Ph.D. program is a course-based program conducted under Tribhuvan University Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences.

Offering Courses

Fee Structure

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