GUJARAT UNIVERSITY  STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMME

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Gujarat University

            Gujarat University, India is starting a Semester in India program from Fall 2007. A number of Indian universities are offering such programs to the Foreign Universities providing opportunities to foreign students to study in India and come closer to its culture and environment. But Gujarat University shall make a difference in running these courses. This ultimately shall not only develop awareness about our country but also allow the University to make a Global presence. Gujarat is the work place of Mahatma Gandhi and the land still vibrates with his philosophy and trends. Gandhi’s birth place, his Ashram and major institutions establishes by Mahatma Gandhi are in Gujarat only.

       Apart from this the Semester India Program shall coincide with major Indian festivals, including Navratri, and Diwali (or Deepavali). These are the happiest festival of the Hindu calendar. It is often called the Festival of dance, Lights, flowers and firecrackers. During Spring semester it co incide with the fervor of Uttarayan, The Kite Festival and Holi, the festival of Colours.

                  Also for the first time in India Gujarat University is offereing an exclusive certificate course for NRIs. These courses shall bring closer the people of Indian origin to the Indian thought, culture, traditions, mythology and trebnds. It shall be a unique endeavour to spread what is Indian in true sense among those who are essentially Indians.

                  The courses are designed keeping Indian and International scenario in mind. They offer a wide range of cultural, philosophical, traditional and contemporary knowledge and expose the students to this unique land called India. The course outlines attached herewith are expected to give interested students a general sense of the topics that will be covered in each area/subject. Each course will be of 30 hours duration and will be completed in ten weeks. Besides lectures, there will be a variety of aids-film/documentary, screenings, demonstrations by artistes, outings to sites and performances of relevance, guest speakers, discussion groups – that will be used to enable the foreign students to grasp as many nuances of each subject as is possible in the limited time available.

¨      About the University

¨      Study Abroad Program: Introduction

¨      Academic Program

¨      Coordinator

¨      Faculty

¨      Regulations

¨      Application Form

¨      Brochure SAP

¨      Brochure Courses for NRIs

About the University

                   The Gujarat University is the biggest and the oldest University in the Western part of India. Established in 1949, it is located in the Commercial Capital of Gujarat, Ahmedabad. With 254 colleges, 15 recognised institutions and 24 approved institutions, there are 34 Post-Graduate University departments and 221 P.G. Centres. It offers a range of graduate degree programs in Arts, Ayurvedic Medicine (traditional medicine), Commerce, Education, Engineering, Law, Medicine, Mental, Moral and Social Science, and Science. Gujarat University also witnesses the highest enrolment of students in the undergraduate and post graduate courses in the State.

Facilities

Well equipped with library, with modern research facilities along with contemporary learning aids. Virtual learning systems. MOUs with scholars of International fame and Institutions of repute. Multimedia based, interactive learning aids. Contemporary tools with audio-visual-print library. Field trips for real-time studies.

Study Abroad Program: Introduction

The goal of the Gujarat University Semester / Year Study Program is to offer foreign students the full breadth of Indian academics with a focus on Gandhian Philosophy, Indian mythology, culture, religions and traditions, languages, performing arts, yoga, Business sciences, and other disciplines.

Situated in the Land of Gandhi in Gujarat, the students will experience a cultural awakening in the world's largest democracy. In particular the program consists of:

- A wide array of English-taught courses available for credits
- Field trips, excursions and cultural activities
- A thorough Orientation to the culture and academic experience
- Opportunity to build wonderful relationships
- Volunteerships and home stay

The coordinated activities, inexpensive fee, and the engaging courses provide each student with the very best in exposing them to India.

Academic Program   SPECIALIZED COURSES ARTISTIC / CULTURAL IDENTITIES OF INDIA INDIAN PHILOSOPHY: BACK TO FUTURE INDIAN POETICS STUDIES IN TRIBAL CULTURE OF GUJARAT YOGA AND MEDITATION CONTEXTS OF INDIAN BUSINESS PRACTICES INDIAN RURAL MANAGEMENT SKILLS INTERNATIONAL POLICY INDIAN LANGUAGES TELE EDUCATION: PROCESS, IMPLEMENTATION  AND UTILITY CLASSICAL / FOLK DANCES OF INDIA JOURNALISM AND PUBLIC RELATIONS ECOLOGY AND DESIGN TRADITION AND DESIGN PROCESS IN INDIA ENVIRONMENTAL CHALLENGES FORENSIC SCIENCES PORT MANAGEMENT INDIAN CUISINE

Coordinator

Dr. Neerja Arun

Educational Qualifications: 

M.A., M. Phil, Ph.D. in English Literature  (Research Topic: Treatment of Arthurian Legends in Tennyson’s The Idylls of the King)

Advanced Diploma in Russian Language & Literature from Moscow

Special graduations in Political Science and Sanskrit Language

Post Graduate Certificate in teaching of English from CIEFL, Hyderabad, India

Advanced Diploma in Computer Applications

Languages Known: English, Hindi, Gujarati, Russian, Sanskrit, Urdu

Occupation: Involved in teaching English, Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, Management, Religion and Culture, and Indian Mythology courses in Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan’s P. G. College of Arts and Commerce, Ahmedabad, India and H. B. Institute of Communication and Management. Experience of more than 18 years

Had been affiliated with Research and Development of Telemedicine and Tele education in the R&D unit. Worked as advisor to ISRO and UGC for Tele education.

Affiliation:     Hindi Sahitya Sabha:  A platform for Hindi literature

                        Akashvani:  All India Radio

                        Editor for New Contemplative Review (Nottingham University) online
                                                                                                                        journal

                        The University of Louisiana at Lafayette Online Reviewer

                        Official reviewer of World Buddhism Literature Forum 

                        Mapin Publication International Ltd.

                        Center for Diaspora Studies, North Gujarat University, Patan, India

                        WARLI Foundation for preservation of tribal art and culture

Global Peace Platform International Chapter established by Gandhiji

Swawlamban Trust for Leprosy Eradication and Rehabilitation

ASLE India

Forum For Contemporary Theory

Lions Clubs International etc.

Specialization:  Writing poems and essays in Hindi & English. Dramatics, Music, Classical Dance, Gandhian Philosophy, Mythology, Religions , popular thoughts and culture and civilizations of the world, Yoga and Meditation

Affiliated with literary forums and All India Radio for literary pursuits.

Widely traveled and participated in a number of National and International seminars, round tables and conferences including in Russia, Nepal, Malaysia, Paris, Mauritius, Shreveport, Sri Lanka, Cyprus and Egypt. More than 35 papers and articles published world wide in literary, technical, Spiritual and educational journals.

Faculty

ADVISOR

Dr. Kavita Sharma, Principal, Hindu College, Delhi

Faculty

Nartan School of Performing Arts

WARLI Foundation for Tribal Research and Studies

NABARD  (for rural management system studies)

Yoga Niketan

H. B. institute of Management and Communication

Hurkat and Co.

Indian café

School of Performing Arts

Experts from different Public and Private Institutions

Scholars of repute From India

Specialized Institutions

Dates to remember

Program Dates: (DURATION 10 WEEKS)

Fall: September - December (Deadline: March 15)

Spring: January - March (Deadline: August 30)

Cost in US$: $5,500 / semester

Cost Includes:

" Housing and meals

" Tuition fees, registration fees, and examination

charges

" One-week orientation program in Ahmedabad

" Small trip to surrounding cities

" Field trips, excursions, and cultural activities

" Gujarat University Transcript

" Student Handbook

" $25 application fee

" $250 entry deposit

" Foreign student advisor assistance

Application Process Involves

Other

Transcript

Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time Is 5 weeks

Experience Required: no

Age Limit: Not below 18 years

Special Courses for NRIs

A new meaning has emerged of the idea of geographical reach of a country as Diasporic communities spread across the world. India has a Diapospra which is 20 million strong and is to be found in almost every part of the world. There is an urge in NRIs to come closer to their country and understand it better.

          To cater to this need Gujarat university presents a bouquet of courses to cater to the specialized needs of NRIs. It serves the wider goals of binding external relationships because cultural affinity provides a useful platform for other actions.  It shall not only bring NRIs closer to India but shall also allow a meaningful role towards Indian economy.

 The interested candidates have to choose any seven out of the following courses:

1.   Studies in Gandhian Philosophy

2.   Artistic / Cultural Identities of India

3.   Indian Philosophy: Back to Future

4.   Indian Poetics

5.   Studies in Tribal Culture of Gujarat

6.   Yoga and Meditation

7.   Contexts of Indian Business Practices

8.   Indian Rural Management Skills

9.   Indian languages/ literature

10.         Classical / folk dances and Festivals of India

11.         Journalism and Public Relations

12.         Indian Cuisine

13.          Religions of India & Traditions

14.         Indian Mythology

15.         Ecology and Design

16.         Tradition and Design Process in India

17.         Environmental challenges

18.         Indian Films

19.         Indian Film Music

20.         Art of Rangoli

21.         Menhdi

22.         Indian Literature

23.         Home Stay in Indian Background

To get admission please send an application by snail/ Email mentioning what promoted you to opt for these courses.

Program dates:

June to July

Application deadline:

March 1^st

Cost in US$: $ 1500

Cost Includes: “Housing and meals

“Tuition fees, registration fees,

$25 application fee

$  100    entry deposit

Contact

Dr. Neerja Arun,Cordinator,

SAP, Gujarat University

Phone: +919825012984

Mail: aayusharun@yahoo.co.in

URL:www.gujaratuniversity.org.in