Institute of Culture Heritage, Tourism and Hospitality Management

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The Institute of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Hospitality Management (ICHTHM) was established at University of Swat in Pakistan with a view to prepare professionals in cultural heritage management, tourism and hospitality management, and archaeology.

Overview[edit]

ICHTHM has been established with a view to save the tangible and intangible cultural heritage of Swat region, to establish an archaeological and ethnic profile of the region, to explore the genesis of the cultural activities, to trace the complex and rich historical past of the ancient period of the country, to promote Eco- and cultural tourism of Pakistan in general and the Malakand division and the Northern Areas in particular, and to impart quality education at graduate, undergraduate and postgraduate levels on a par with international standards.

The administrative leader of the school is Dr. Hassan Sher, currently vice chancellor.

Foundation[edit]

  • The Institute was founded and established by Prof. Dr. Muhammad Jahanzeb Khan, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Swat, in 2012 with co-founder Mr. Aatif Iqbal. The current In-charge of ICHTHM is Dr. Zarawar Khan. Muhammad Wali Ullah is also a new faculty member of this institute now.
  • Dr. Zarawar Khan is PhD in Buddhist Art of Gandhara from the University of Peshawar. He has been worked in the University of Peshawar and the Directorate of Archaeology and Museums, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Dr. Zarawar is the first in-charge who won the grant from the British Council.[1]
  • Muhammad Wali Ullah has expertise in the field of archaeology. He holds an MPhil degree in Archaeology from the University of Peshawar, where he graduated with distinction. Currently, he is employed as a lecturer in Archaeology at the Institute of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Hospitality Management, University of Swat. He has served as an Assistant Curator at the Directorate of Archaeology and Museums (KP) and has been associated with esteemed institutions such as the Peshawar Museum, Swat Museum, City Museum, and Sethi House Museum in Peshawar.Muhammad Wali Ullah has actively participated in several archaeological expeditions conducted by the Directorate of Archaeology and Museums (KP) and the University of Peshawar. His contributions to archaeological research include conducting surveys in different regions, including District Buner, Dera Ismail Khan, and Dera Ghazi Khan. As an accomplished researcher, Muhammad Wali Ullah has co-authored the book titled "Amlukdara Excavations and Conservation," which showcases his expertise and contributions in the field of archaeology. He has also presented papers at international conferences and forums organized by the Higher Education Commission and the Taihe Academic Forum, providing insights into his scholarly pursuits. His involvement with the Pakistan-UK Higher Education Links program, fully funded by The British Council, demonstrates his commitment to international collaborations and promoting higher education initiatives. [2]

Students[edit]

The Institute of Culture Heritage, Tourism and Hospitality Management (ICHTHM) is committed to regulate the training and education of its students in order to ensure that a newly qualified Culture Heritage Management, Tourism and Hospitality Management Professionals. The Institute is now offering BS degree program in Archaeology and Tourism. It considers inside to produce students[3]

References[edit]

  1. ^ https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Zarawar-Khan-3
  2. ^ "muhammad waliullah - Academia.edu". independent.academia.edu. Retrieved 2023-06-19.
  3. ^ Uos, ICHTHM. "ICHTHM". Uos. Uos. Retrieved 26 November 2013.

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