Syllabi For Basic Certificate Course in Yoga Education Of Punjab University, Chandigarh

Outlines of Tests, Syllabi, Courses and Regulations regarding Basic Certificate
Course in Yoga Education and Advanced Certificate Course in Yoga Education
1. The nature of courses is regular and prior sanction by a University inspection
team will be essential for running these courses and a periodic inspection for the
revival of permission shall be essential after a duration of three years for the
continuation of the courses.
2. The institutions running these courses will be required to remit the yearly
continuation fee as per the decision of Syndicate/Senate from time to time.
3. Teaching of each theory paper will be undertaken by the University recognised
Assistant Professor in Yoga Education in relevant subject whereas each practical
will be undertaken by a professional not less than the University recognised
Instructor in yoga education.
4. Minimum passing marks in individual papers will be 40 % and in aggregate will
be 50%.
5. 75% attendance is compulsory separately in in each paper.
6. The courses will run on the modular format and the candidates will be permitted
to complete each module maximum within five years of first enrollment in the
course and for this purpose both the courses will be treated independent of each
other.

7. A candidate who fails to complete all the modules with in five years from first
enrollment will be required to seek fresh admission and shall be required to
pursue the course afresh.
8. Each module shall be evaluated internally as well as externally with the ratio of
20% and 80% respectively.
9. The internal evaluation will be based on the continuous comprehensive evaluation
which will include seminars, discussions, snap tests, demonstrations, practical
activities and at least one mid term evaluation examination.
10. The final sumative examination may be held by the concerned institution but it
will be governed by the appropriate University authorities in terms of paper
setting, examiners and declaration of results.
The following criteria will be followed with regards to the evaluation of the course;
• Below 45% marks : Not recommended
• 45% to below 50 % marks : Third Division
• 50 % to below 60 % marks : Second Division
• 60 % and above : First Division
• 75% and above : Distinction
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Name of the Course : Basic Certificate Course in Yoga Education
Duration :30 Credits (1 Theory Credit = 5 Hrs/week and 1 Practical
Credit = 10 Hrs/week)
Nature of Course : Modular
Objectives
• To popularize yoga education among the masses.
• Promoting health awareness towards holistic approach of health.
• To promote preventive measures for sound health.
• To promote healthy citizenry.
Essential Qualifications :
For Regular Students
Any student enrolled in a regular degree course in an affiliated college/institute/university
department.
Eligibility : At least 45% marks in +2 from any recognized board/
institute.
For General Public
Any Indian citizen with a graduation degree from a recognized University/ institute.
Eligibility : At least 45% marks in graduation from any recognized
university.
Foreign Nationals
Only TWO seats over and above to the foreign nationals having valid visa and permission
from all agencies as per government and University norms and possessing graduation
degree with at least 45% marks or equivalent grade from a recognised University/
institute. All admissions will be done on the basis of merit.
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Selection Criteria :
Selection will be made strictly on the basis of percentage of marks obtained in +2 /
graduation in case of regular students/ general public respectively. Due weightage will be
given to the higher qualifications attained by the candidate.
Total Seats :20 Candidates each in regular students and general public
category, total 40 Seats.
Note :No group should exceed 20 students.
The foreign nationals seats will be over and above.
Age is no bar.
A physical fitness certificate from a registered medical practitioner
is a must ( annexure i)
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Syllabus
Part Paper No. of Papers and
Marks
Credits Duration
Part –
I
Theory 4 Papers (100 marks
each)
20 ( 5 Credits each) 300 Hrs. ( 75 Hrs.
each)
Part –
II
Practical 3 Papers
(40+100+60 Marks
respectively)
10 (2+5+3 credits
respectively)
300 Hrs.( 60+150+90
hrs)
Total 7 Papers ( 600
marks)
30 600 Hrs.
Description of Syllabus :
Part – I; Theory ( 5 Credits; 75 Hours and 100 Marks each)
Module Name of the
Paper
Contents
BCCYE
101
Foundations of
Yoga
5 Credits
75 Hrs
100 Marks
Indian Philosophy: its nature, characteristics and main
issues, special emphasis on Sankhya.
Meaning, definition, types, aims and objectives of Yoga.
Historical development of Yoga from ancient to Modern
times.
Yoga Philosophy with special emphasis on Ashtaang yoga.
Bhagwat Geeta : Nature of Yoga in the Geeta, Nature of a
Yogi and Sathit-pragya, An ideal Yogi.
Contiribution in Yoga by Mahatama Budha, Guru Nanak,
Swami Vivekananda and Sri Aurobindo.
BCCYE Basic
Knowledge of
Cell, Tissue – Parts and functions.
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102 Human Body
5 Credits
75 Hrs
100 Marks
Skeleton system and joints.
Muscular system
Circulatory and Respiratory system.
Digestive and excretory system
BCCYE
103
Applied
Knowledge of
Yogic
Practices
5 Credits
75 Hrs
100 Marks
Shatkriyas – meaning, technique – prevention and benefits
(According to Hath yoga text)
Exercises and Asanas: Yogic and Non-yogic exercises and
their meaning, importance, types, principles and
effectiveness. Asanas : meaning, definition, classification,
preparations, rule-regulations, precautions and effectiveness.
Pranayamas and Meditation : meaning, definition, types,
principles, techniques and effects on body and mind.
Importance of Yogic Practices in maintaining health and
fitness: Definition of ‘health’ Physical, mental and spiritual
health through Yoga, Concept of Holistic health, Yogic
concept of ‘Diet’.
Yoga Therapy: its meaning, nature, principles, objectives,
limitations, scope. Relationship of Yoga therapy with
Ayurveda, Naturopathy and Reiki.
BCCYE
104
Yogic Texts
5 Credits
75 Hrs
100 Marks
Main Yogic Texts: Introduction to Patanjali Yoga Sutra,
Hathyoga Pradipika, Gherand Samhita.
Hathyoga : Its meaning, nature; Hathyoga Pradipika:detaied
study of first chapter.
Hathyoga Pradipika : detailed study of second chapter.
Patanjali Yoga Sutra : study of Samadhi paad – First chapter.
Patanjali Yoga Sutra : study of Sadhana paad, - Second
chapter.
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Part – II, Practical
Module Name of the
Paper
Contents
BCCYE
105
Shatkriyas
2 Credits
60 Hrs.
40 Marks
Jal Neti – SuterNeti, Vaman Dhauti, Kapalbhati (Vayu /
Vaatkaram), Trataka,
BCCYE
106
Yogic Exercise
and Asana
5 Credits
150 Hrs.
100 Marks
Pawan-mukat-series Exercise, Surya-namaskaar,
Standing Poses: Taad – Trikon – Katichakar-kon, Tiryanktaad
Supine lying Poses: Shav –Uttanpad – Sarvang –
Ardhmatsay – Hal – Naditaan.
Prone Pose: Makar – Sarp – Ardhshalabh – Dhanur.
Sitting Poses: Vajar, Padam – Janushiras – Vakar – Bhadar
– Sidh – Sukh.
BCCYE
107
Pranayama,
Bandh-Mudras
and Meditation
3 Credits
90 Hrs.
60 Marks
Pranayama: Correct Breathing Exercise, Anulome-vilom,
Surya-bhedhan, Ujjayee, Sheetli, Sheetkari and Bhramari.
Bandhas : Trio Bandhas
Mudras : Vipritkarni, Kaki, Taragi, Shambvi, Chin, Gyan
(Jnana)
Meditation : Mindful, Vipasana, T.M. Jyotirbindhu and
Yog-nindra.
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Annexure i
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN
Dated :__________________*
This is to certify that Ms/Mr __________________________ Daughter/Son of Sh. _____
__________________________ have been found after relevant medical examination fit
to follow the Basic/Advanced certificate Course of Yoga as prescribed by the Panjab
University.
Practitioner’s Regd.No. _______________________
Signature & Seal
* The certificate should not be more than 15 days old at the time of admission.