Advancing digital capability in Nepal's architectural education through a UK–Nepal TNE partnership.
DigiArch Nepal is a UK–Nepal partnership funded by the British Council's Going Global Partnerships TNE Exploratory programme. It addresses the critical gap in digital construction skills within Nepal's architectural education sector.
Deliverables designed for lasting impact — open, accessible, and co-produced with Nepali partners to ensure local ownership.
A comprehensive, evidence-based audit mapping digital capability gaps, software access barriers, and curriculum limitations across Nepal's architectural education institutions.
Research PhaseA co-designed, contextualised digital construction skills toolkit developed jointly by UK and Nepali faculty.
Core DeliverableEdited A comprehensive, evidence-based audit mapping digital capability gaps, software access barriers, and curriculum limitations across Nepal's architectural education institutions.
Research PhaseA structured Train-the-Trainer programme equipping faculty at Tribhuvan University and partner institutions to deliver digital construction education independently.
Capacity BuildingThe design and pilot of a Digital Construction Skills Passport — a portable, verifiable framework for students and practitioners.
InnovationA publicly accessible, open-licensed repository of all project resources designed to serve Nepal's wider community of practice.
SustainabilityAligned with UN SDGs on quality education, gender equality, decent work, innovation, and climate action.
Global ImpactA cross-institutional team spanning Edinburgh and Kathmandu, united by a commitment to inclusive, practice-led digital education.
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