M.Sc/MA Yoga

• M.Sc/MA Yoga or Master of Science in 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 of Yoga therapy in order to serve the people of the society.
• The duration of the course is two years and its 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.

Features Of The Course

• 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.

Career Avenues

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.