Preparing Professionals for Value-based Living
Comprehensive value-based education for holistic professional development
In alignment with the National Education Policy 2020, AICTE offers additional minor degrees starting from Academic Year 2022-23, focusing on Universal Human Values to prepare professionals for sustainable and value-based living.
Comprehensive program focusing on Universal Human Values for holistic development
Courses available as open electives to all students across disciplines
Minimum 18 credits required across elective courses for degree award
These courses are being sequentially made available through the SWAYAM portal, with universities encouraged to adopt them for credit transfers. The program enhances desirable graduate attributes and directly impacts employability while preparing professionals to address contemporary challenges of human conflict and environmental sustainability.
Developing holistic professionals with enhanced employability and societal impact
Comprehensive understanding of human existence and purpose
Behavior reflecting concern for societal wellbeing and justice
Work practices that respect and protect natural environment
Decision-making based on ethical principles and values
Capabilities for maintaining personal and community wellbeing
Appreciation for excellence and gratitude in all relationships
Complete course structure and availability timeline
| S.No | Open Electives for Minor Degree in UHV | Credits | Semester | SWAYAM Availability | Material Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | UHV-III: Understanding Human Being, Nature and Existence Comprehensively | 3 | 3 | August 2022 | Available |
| 2 | UHV-IV: Vision for Humane Society | 3 | 4 | July 2023 | Available |
| 3 | UHV-V: Human Values in Different Darshans | 3 | 5 | July 2023 | Available |
| 4 | UHV-VI: Human Psychology – Leading to Full Human Potential | 3 | 5 | December 2023 | Available |
| 5 | UHV-VII (A/B): Foundation Course in Holistic Health OR Human Sociology | 3 | 7 | July 2023 | Available |
| 6 | UHV-VIII: Human Economics – Sustainable and Mutually Enriching Production Systems | 3 | 7 | July 2023 | Available |
Students must complete a minimum of 18 credits from the above open elective courses to qualify for the Minor Degree in Universal Human Values. All courses are available through SWAYAM portal for registration.
Complete approved syllabus and curriculum for Minor Degree in Universal Human Values
This degree program develops tomorrow's teachers, parents, and policymakers with both technical skills and a humane worldview. Graduates will work towards ensuring value-based living for themselves, their communities, and society at large, while helping build sufficient teaching capacity for value-based education across all levels of the education system.