Central Institute for Higher Tibetan Studies was instituted for imparting Tibetan studies and thereby offering a preference to the teaching of the traditional Tibetan method.
It presents an innovative framework comprising of written examinations, courses of study and also awarding of degrees.
This institute is located amidst beautiful and tranquil surroundings of Sarnath and was earlier the special wing of Varanasi renowned as Sampurnanada Sanskrit University.
Footings
Central Institute for Higher Tibetan Studies is prominent for it being research oriented and moulds its students into qualified persons efficient enough to undertake works of research in concurrence with observing the fundamentals of the organization.
The courses offer sound footings and as well enable them to be conversant with traditional subjects, research methodology and modern subjects.
This institute has progressed well to attain success and the considerable growth in its academic excellence and infrastructure has resulted in emerging as a Deemed university.
Educational Rivulets
This university protects the Tibetan tradition and culture and restores ancient Indian Literature and Sciences. It is the best platform to interact between Buddhist and Non-Buddhist schools, scientists and Buddhist scholars, and also between western and Buddhist philosophers.
Research projects, original writings, translation and edited works dominate the Tibetan and Buddhist studies.
Facilities and faculties
Central Institute for Higher Tibetan Studies has a distinct library with opulent ancient collection of Indian literature in Tibetan translations and Sanskrit manuscripts. These collections include large volume of books on Indian, Tibetan, Buddhist and Himalayan Studies, journals, Audio-visual collections and periodicals.
This institute has well-maintained guest house, hostels and canteen facilities. The faculties of this university include Philosophy( Adhyatma Vidya and Hetu), Language and Literature(Sabda Vidya), Tibetan Fine Arts( Silpa Vidya), Social Science( Adhunika Vidya), Tibetan Medicine and Astrology(Chikitsa Vidya).
The curriculum of these courses makes an appendage and encourages to the students to face the modern challenges with strong determination, besides doing everything methodically. |
