The aim of this course is to provide basic knowledge of Ayurveda to foreign nationals in the following subjects.
i)
Basic Principles of Ayurveda including Swasthavritta (Hygiene and positive Health).
ii)
The Fundamentals of Materia Medica and Pharmaceutics (Dravyguna, Rasa-Shastra, Bhaishajya Kalpana).
iii)
The Fundamentals of Diagnosis and Pathogenesis (Nidan).
iv)
The Fundamentals of Treatment (Chikitsa) and Panchkarma (Internal Purification) - demonstration and practicals of varies massage therapies.
v)
Rasayana (Geriatrics and Rejuvenation Therapy).
vi)
Fundamentals of Surgery (Shalya) including Ksharasutra (Alkaline thread cauterisation), Agnikarma (cautersiation), Jalakavacharana (Leech Application) etc.
vii)
Practical demonstration of varies techniques of treatment.
viii)
Preparation of Herbal Medicines.
ix)
Prenatal & Postnatal health care of women and child health care.
2.
Duration:
12 weeks.
3.
Eligibility:
This course is primarily meant for scholars/professionals having medical background or graduation in biosciences or in fields allied to medicine.
4.
Qualifying age:
Not recommended.
5.
Medium of Instruction:
English.
6.
No. of Seats:
10
7.
Admission Criteria:
Selection on merit.
8.
Academic year:
November to January.
9.
Fees:
Registration fees
US$ 25/-
Tuition fees US$ 475/- per month
