MSc/MA Yoga is a postgraduate Yoga course. The course aims to build physical, mental, and spiritual discipline in the students. The basic tenet of the program is to develop skills in Yoga therapy in order to serve the people of the society. The duration of the course is two years and the syllabus for the course is divided into four semesters.

Course Details 

• The Masters of Arts program in yoga is a two-year academic program, spread over a total of four Semesters, comprising 16 weeks each.
• In-between terms, as part of their summer projects, students will have the opportunity to receive hands-on training at The Art of Living Yoga centers located across the world.

Objectives of the course 

• To prepare professionals in yoga science who can teach at colleges and universities.
• To train individuals to work as yoga therapists.
• To enable individuals to pursue research in yogic sciences.
• To develop yoga and management skills to inspire employable Yoga entrepreneurs.

• The MSc/MA Yoga program at Sri Sri University incorporates a variety of teaching methods, involving both classical learning and practical techniques.
• We offer modern-day technological advancement alongside Guru-Kula inspired style to instill value-based education.
• The course curriculum is based on traditional Indian yoga philosophy from ancient scriptures such as – Bhagwat Gita, Upanishads, Patanjali Yoga Sutras, Hatha Yoga, among others.
• Practical-oriented learning, live-demonstration, and one-on-one practice sessions of several techniques – Asanas, Kriyas, Pranayama, Meditation, etc.
• Students are encouraged to participate in workshops, seminars, and conferences.
• Visitation of International Yoga experts all-through the year.
• Reputed faculty members from across the country and globe muster ancient Yoga teaching into students.
• MSc Yoga Graduates from Sri Sri University are placed in healthcare institutes, educational institutes (IIT, NIT, AIMS, Kendra Vidyalaya, etc), corporates, government sectors, studios, gymnasiums, and start-ups.
• The vast network of the Art of Living organization spanning 155+ countries creates platforms for internships /placements/collaborations.

Eligibility

• Graduation in any stream with a minimum aggregate of 50% score for general category and 45% for reserved category

Course Duration

• 4 Semesters

Course Structure

• The Faculty of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences at Sri Sri University incorporates a variety of teaching methods, involving both classical learning and practical techniques.
• The course curriculum is unique to the university and incorporates traditional yoga philosophy with techniques relevant to present-day lifestyles.

Credit System

• The total credits required to complete the MSc in Yoga are 80.
• The evaluation process will take into account the spiritual discipline of students.

The different career opportunities available for students after completion of MSc/MA Yoga are as follows:

• Research Officer- Yoga and Naturopathy.
• Yoga Aerobic Instructor.
• Assistant Ayurvedic Doctor.
• Clinical Psychologist.
• Yoga Therapist.
• Yoga Instructor.
• Yoga Teacher.
• Therapists and Naturopaths.