Kathmandu University Plans to Phase Out Educational Programs with Fewer Students
As part of its effort to improve the quality of education and maximize the use of its resources, Kathmandu University is planning to phase out educational programs with fewer students. According to Vice-Chancellor Dr. Bhola Thapa, the university aims to bring in new and effective programs that will attract more students and better align with market demand.
Current State of Educational Programs
Currently, the university offers more than 200 educational programs, but approximately 30 percent of these programs have not been conducted effectively due to a lack of students. The situation is particularly dire in Bachelor of Social Work (BSW), Masters of Management (MMS), Bachelor of Buddhist Studies, PGD in Management, and one-year MD in Italy programs, as they have many vacant seats.
Shortage of Students
Despite conducting quality educational programs, the university has been experiencing a shortage of students. Brajesh Mishra, co-director of the university, attributes the lack of interest to the lack of incentives and publicity. Consequently, the university is not attracting as many students as it could be.
What Programs Will Be Closed?
While plans have been made to close educational programs with fewer students, no decision has been taken yet as to which programs will be closed. The university is looking at ways to bring in effective and attractive programs that will align with market demand and maximize the use of its resources.
Kathmandu University's decision to phase out educational programs with fewer students is a step in the right direction towards improving the quality of education and maximizing its resources. By bringing in effective and attractive programs, the university hopes to attract more students and align with market demand. However, the decision to close any programs is yet to be taken.
