Postgraduate Diploma in Yogic Science & Ayurveda

This university course is a remarkable opportunity to deepen your practice and expand your knowledge in the field of traditional Yoga and Ayurveda. Both sciences combined give great insight into the wide field of holistic health in today’s world.

Nowadays, Yoga is often misunderstood as a form of exercise, however, the true essence of Yoga is far beyond the physical realm: Developed thousands of years ago, Yoga is a path of liberation and self-realization. Through postures, breathing techniques, mudras, purification techniques, bandhas, and meditation, ancient Yogis sought to understand the Self and the Universe. 

Around the same time, they developed Ayurveda, the Science of Life. Ayurveda is a system of holistic medicine that creates health, balance, and longevity through diet, natural herbs, and a wholesome lifestyle. Its principles are based on the theory of the five elements and three body constitutions (Doshas). 

In the 21st century, people are turning toward a holistic approach to well-being. The sister sciences of Yoga and Ayurveda are the right choice in this era: They detoxify and balance both body and mind, establishing overall health and happiness.

This Postgraduate Diploma is the only academic course in the world today which combines the traditional practices of Yoga and Ayurveda. It lays the foundation for anyone seeking a career in the field of health and wellness — in yoga, fitness, hospitality, or academics. After successful completion of the course, you are eligible to work as a yoga teacher or wellness consultant. 

This course is suitable both for experienced practitioners and those who are new to Yoga and Ayurveda. The lectures are taught by experienced professors working in different universities and colleges of Yoga and Ayurveda in India. The program is headed by the course coordinator and visiting professor Dr. Adrish Brahmadatta.

The course takes 26 days, with 20 teaching days. After every six days of teaching, there will be a break with one day off.

After the course, you have two months to write your thesis, followed by an online thesis interview with Mahidol University.

Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a Postgraduate Diploma from the Research Institute for Languages and Cultures in Asia, Mahidol University.

In order to receive your certificate, you must pass the written and oral exams at the end of the course, the thesis, and the thesis interview.

Every day, you’ll get to enjoy three healthy and delicious meals buffet style. All meals are plant-based, with some vegetarian options. Start your day with a nutritious breakfast, such as tropical fruit with coconut yogurt and granola or hearty scrambled tofu.

Lunch and dinner buffets include a variety of healthy dishes like salads, curries, and other Thai-, Indian, and Western-inspired meals.

Arrival and check-in on Sunday, July 16th. The first teaching day is Monday, July 17th. Saturdays, July 22nd and 29th, are detox days where you will practice yogic purification techniques (Shatkarma) from 6:30 am to 12:30 pm. The second half of the day is for resting. Sundays are off-days for resting, plus an extra rest day on Saturday, August 5th. Check-out is on Thursday, August 10th.

A $500 deposit is due upon reservation and the rest of the balance is due 1 month before the course start date. If the course is canceled by the student more than 1 month before the course start date, the full payment less the 4% credit card charge is refunded. If the course is canceled by the student less than 1 month before the course start date any payments made are not refundable.