Master of Science

In January 2007 we started a Master of Science programme that concentrates on Awareness, Whole Person development, Discontinuous Learning, Health Counseling, Health Education and a choice of Indian Traditional Medicine including Ayurvedic Science, Yoga therapy and/or Qi Gong based Chinese traditional medicine. This programme is be based on our Living Systems Organization & Communication approach and puts special emphasis on Systems-, Process philosophy and Holism. In preparation for this programme we offer continuing education programmes: Ayurvedic Vitality Therapist and our Whole Teacher preparation programme Whole Teacher - Whole Learner - Whole Community. Target audience: Health care professionals, Physiotherapists, Massage therapists Educational Mission And Core Values We intend to create a community of learning built on the value that each person needs to realize his/her true potential. In our programmes students will develop: An Awareness of the Whole Person that supports one’s choices, from personal to professional, A reflective attitude that nurtures personal growth in individual, clinical, educational and corporate contexts, The mastery of a field of study as the basis for life-long learning, service, relationships and work in a socially and culturally diverse context, A foundation of knowledge, skills and dispositions that are required for critical thinking and problem solving, The ability to empower oneself and others, A healthy understanding of Self and others that is reflected in: Mature independent relationships and mutual accountability, Personal integrity that fosters the ability to resolve conflict and to promote justice. A commitment to diversity in all of its forms both conceptually and in practice, An intercultural openness with the ability to function with people of other (world)views. In this Master’s programme the student is stimulated to gather evidence through enquiry, diagnostic observation and other such means, based on holism, transdisciplinarity, and the reciprocal, participatory relationship with the subject of study and research. Based on a student's field, previous knowledge, skills and (work) experience s/he is stimulated to design his/her own curriculum with the guidance of a mentor. We encourage students to learn and grow beyond the parameters of their skills-based training and recognize the powerful connection between the skills and the education of mind, body and spirit. Duration: 2 - 3 years depending on the student's pace Start: Anytime Information: Contact Us.