Khairpur 2012 – The Archaeology Department, Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur introduced a six month Certificate Course on Conservation of Cultural Heritage of Sindh. In pursuance of the aims and objectives of the EFT, the Board of Trustees in its 3rd meeting held on August 7, 2010 agreed to provide financial assistance for the project. The course covered both theoretical and practical aspects.
The course disseminated terminologies, methodologies for collecting data and understanding / deliberating reports on significant works.
Two types of disciplines were taught:
- Conservation as a major subject
- Archaeology and heritage of Pakistan as a minor discipline.
The students also participated in field work for a hands-on exercise. Three monuments were chosen for the purpose: Shish Mahal of Kot Diji, Suhagan Tomb, Arore and Bin Qasim Mosque near Rohri. The course was a success, the second course has just ended.