Jain University offers PG diploma programme in Jain Studies

BANGALORE, India - July 10, 2014 - PRLog -- For the first time in Bangalore, Jain University offers a unique weekend postgraduate diploma programme in Jain Studies. This 1 year (2 terms) programme commences from the academic year 2014 - 15.

The programme provides independent research opportunity, creative expression and practical application of Jain teachings in today's environment. Renowned scholars from Jain dharma and related fields such as Dr. Hampa Nagarajaiah, Dr. Jeevandhar Kumar are associated with Jain University to impart this Jain Studies programme. It also provides an opportunity for students to conceptualize what is learnt in the classroom by visiting academic and historical places of interest like Shravanabelagola, Dharmasthala and Moodabidri.

Graduates from any discipline can apply for the programme. Application forms can be downloaded from www.jainuniversity.ac.in. For more details, contact Dr. Rekha Jain, Programme Advisor, PG diploma in Jain Studies at +91 098231 91667.


About Jain University:

A deemed-to-be-university since five years now, Jain University is ranked No. 1 among top private universities in South India & ranked No.17 among top 50 universities in India by India Today Nielson Best Universities Survey’13. Jain University is certified ISO 9001:2008 for quality management by TÜV Rheinland and it is a member of Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP). There are over 185 innovative programmes at the UG, PG, research levels, managed & imparted by 500 sharp minded senior faculty members who mentor over 8500 students nationally & globally. It enjoys close to 20 international collaborations with world’s leading universities and organizations in UK, Germany, USA, Canada, Russia etc. For more information, please visit: www.jainuniversity.ac.in