Overview:

Bachelor of Naturopathy and Yogic Science is a four-and-a-half-year undergraduate course  in Ayurveda and offered  at various universities and naturopathy institutes across India. Students will be introduced to the concept of holistic health care. The course includes one year of compulsory internships to enhance the theoretical and practical knowledge of the students.

The program is based on naturopathy, a system of diagnosis and treatment of the human body with the help of nature and applied to keep the human body naturally healthy through diet therapy, fasting therapy, mud therapy, hydrotherapy, etc. The course offers Yoga Vidya, which consists of Yoga Asanas, Yoga Pranayama, and Yoga Meditation with Yoga Philosophy. 

Graduates of the BNYS program are prepared to diagnose health disorders and treat various ailments and diseases without the use of surgery or drugs. This course enables students to learn how naturopathy can be used in the delivery of comprehensive health care services. The course prepares the BNYS graduates for the wellness industry, which is moving towards recognising the importance of integrative healthcare.

Course Curriculum:

The BNYS curriculum covers a wide range of topics, blending naturopathy and yoga with modern medical sciences. Key subjects typically include:

1. Fundamentals of Naturopathy
2. Anatomy and Physiology
3. Pathology and microbiology
4. Nutrition and Dietetics
5. Yoga therapy and Physical Culture
6. Hydrotherapy and Mud Therapy
7. Fasting therapy and manipulative therapy
8. Acupuncture and acupressure
9. Herbal Medicine and Aromatherapy
10. Psychological counseling and stress management
11. Principles of Biochemistry and Pharmacology
12. Research Methodology and Evidence-Based Practice

Career Opportunities:

The program prepares students for both public-sector jobs and private sector services. Career possibilities include:

1. Naturopathic doctor
2. Yoga therapist
3. Wellness Consultant
4. Food and Nutrition Specialist
5. Health and Wellness Centre Manager
6. Spa and Wellness Director
7. Naturopathy and Yoga researcher
8. Instructor or tutor in health and wellness programs
9. Corporate Wellness Coach
10. Holistic Health Practitioner
     

There is a growing demand for professionals specialising in naturopathy and yoga in wellness centres, spas, and fitness centres. They can go for teaching and research sectors, or they can set up their own private practice clinics. Starting-level salaries range between INR 20,000 and INR 50,000 per month, depending on experience and specialisations.