BBC Knowledge (Worldwide)
BBC Knowledge is a television channel available in various countries outside the United Kingdom, showcasing factual and non-fiction entertainment programming from the BBC and independent UK production houses. Wholly owned by BBC Worldwide, it is not related to the previous channel known as BBC Knowledge, an early digital channel available within the UK, which closed down in 2002 in favour of BBC Four and CBeebies. On 15 November 2009, BBC Knowledge in Australia changed their channel location from Channel 619 to Channel 612.
The channel provides five key programming strands enabling simple appointment viewing:
- The World delves and explores new cultures around the world
- Science & Technology explores new frontiers, from space to motoring
- People explores aspects of the human body and mind
- The Past brings historical events, places and people back to life
- Business offers invaluable advice to help stay on top of today’s challenging business world.
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