Campus Facilities
Campus Facilities at Paro College of Education
Paro College of Education offers academic, residential and recreational facilities across its Nangkhar Choeling and Rinpung campuses. These facilities support teaching and learning, professional preparation and the holistic development of students.
Classrooms, Lecture Halls and Conference Facilities
The College provides classrooms, lecture halls, seminar rooms and conference spaces for academic instruction, workshops and institutional events. Classrooms are equipped with LCD projectors to support effective teaching, presentations and interactive learning.
College Library
The College Library supports teaching, learning and research through its collections of textbooks, journals, government documents, reference materials, and English and Dzongkha literature. Its library management system enables users to locate resources and access online renewal services, supporting independent study and information literacy.
ICT Facilities and Services
Computer laboratories and campus Wi-Fi provide students and staff with access to digital resources for academic work and professional learning. The ICT Unit also offers technical advice and maintenance support, helping students develop the digital competence required for contemporary teaching.
AI Education and Research Lab
The AI Education and Research Lab promotes the responsible use of artificial intelligence in teaching, research and innovation. Its focus includes interdisciplinary learning, human–AI collaboration and professional development, connecting emerging technologies with inclusion, sustainability and Bhutanese cultural heritage.
Science Laboratory and Music Learning Facilities
The College’s science laboratory provides equipment and materials for practical learning within its teacher education programmes. A dedicated music classroom houses traditional musical instruments, supporting the development of musical skills and the preservation of Bhutanese performing arts.
Sports Grounds and Indoor Recreation Facilities
The College offers a football field, futsal field, outdoor and indoor basketball courts, and a gymnasium. These facilities support sporting activities, teamwork and recreation, contributing to students’ physical health, emotional wellbeing and balanced campus life.
Fitness Centre and Lap Pool
The Health and Physical Education facilities include a fitness centre and lap pool, alongside classrooms and conference facilities. These resources support physical education, fitness and practical learning within the College’s health and sports-related programmes.
Student Residences
The College provides residential accommodation for men and women within walking distance of key academic and recreational facilities. Shared accommodation includes both self-catering rooms with cooking facilities and rooms whose residents can access the Common Student Dining service.
Common Student Dining
The Common Student Dining facility provides breakfast, lunch and dinner, including meals on weekends. It serves students residing in hostels without cooking facilities and offers an additional dining option for those in self-catering accommodation.
College Cafeteria
Situated on the ground floor of the main faculty block, opposite the gymnasium, the College Cafeteria provides meals, snacks and refreshments. It offers a convenient meeting place for students and staff and provides catering services for group activities and College events.
Guest House
The on-campus Guest House provides accommodation with kitchen facilities for visitors, subject to availability and reservation. Its proximity to academic buildings, the library, sports facilities and cafeteria offers convenient access to College activities and services.
Bookshop, Stationery and Reprographic Services
The campus book and stationery shop provides photocopying, printing and lamination services, together with essential academic supplies. These services enable students to prepare assignments, project reports and other academic materials conveniently on campus.
Campus Parking
Designated parking areas serve the academic, administrative, residential and guest accommodation zones. Parking facilities are available across both campuses, providing convenient access for staff, students and visitors.