DEPARTMENT OF of MUSIC AND DANCE

THE DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC & DANCE had originally been christened as the Department of Music and at present known as the Department of Music & Dance, it came into existence in the year 1975. It started its journey with students admitted to M.A. Music (Vocal) as well as M.A. Music (Instrumental) with intake capacity of 6 students in each option. Having taken into consideration the keenness and interest of more and more students aspiring for admittance to these subjects of music, the University on the recommendation of the teachers concerned decided to introduce M.Phil. Music (Vocal & Instrumental) w.e.f. the academic session 1981-82 with intake capacity of 10 aspiring students. Keeping this in view, the number of students admitted to these courses went from 12 to 36 in M.A. Music (Vocal & Instrumental) whereas the number of M.Phil. Students went from 10 to 15 at present.
VISION & MISSION OF THE DEPARTMENT
• The department through its teaching faculty, students and non-teaching staff has a lofty vision about its march forward. We wish to cater to the different performing arts and popularize Indian Culture, Music and folk Musical forms & dances. The department also seeks the revival of the Indian Classical Music & dance by taking it to the door steps of the masses of India and abroad.
• We wish to refine the basic human instincts by inculcating in people the love & passion for music which is one of the greatest gifts of God to mankind.
• We desire for making this department a hub of cultural activities not only in Haryana but also at the national & international level. If only we could be given the regular teachers and other relevant staff in a foreseeable future! Only then shall we be able to deliver in a better way to realize our vision of the department.
COURSES
Sr. No. |
Courses |
Subject |
Seats |
Duration |
1. |
M.A. |
Vocal & Sitar (Instrumental) |
36 |
4 Semester
(2 Years) |
2. |
M.P.A.
(Master of Performing Arts) |
Vocal, Sitar, Tabla, Kathak Dance |
40 |
10 Semester
(5 Years) |
3. |
M.Phil. |
Vocal & Sitar (Instrumental) |
15 |
1 Year
+ Dessertation Work |
4. |
Ph.D |
Music with Interdisciplinary Aspects |
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18 Months to 4 Years |
TEACHING FACULTY
At present there is one senior Professor (Chairperson) and 14 Assistant Professors are working. All the teachers are hardworking and dedicated. All are very good musicians with very good academic qualifications.
COURCES INTRODUCED TO PROMOTE MUSIC AS AN VOCATIONAL OR JOB ORIENTED SUBJECT
The department took yet another significant leap by introducing a new 5-Year Integrated Course after +2 with intake capacity of 40 student’s w.e.f. 2009-10. The course is named as Master of Performing Arts (MPA- I, II, III, IV & V). The course is gaining popularity as it not only caters to the aesthetic needs but also creates opportunities for employment. The department has successfully been running this course form 2009 and many students are serving for music with their creativity and artistic skills in various parts of country and abroad.
FEEDBACK SYSTEM
All teachers are very dedicated to maintain a healthy and positive atmosphere in department. Encouragement for students to share their queries and suggestions for various innovative ideas for development of department. There is also a Disciplinary committee to solve students problems and maintain a healthy atmosphere.
TEACHING - LEARNING PROCESS
The teaching process is very innovative and creative. There is also a mixture of cultural and devotional aspect of music.
1. The day starts with the meditation and prayer session at 9.00 to 9.30 a.m. in morning.
2. The teaching method is performance based and total emphasis is on to make students self- dependent in their field.
3. Seminars, lecture-Demonstrations, Quiz, workshops are the part of teaching i.e. theory and practical.
DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC AND DANCE INVITE VERIOUS PROGRAMMES
1. GUEST LECTURES
2. WORKSHOPS
3. LECTURE DEMONSTRATIONS
4. SPEECH CONTEST
5. PARTICIPATION IN NATIONAL, INTERNATIONAL AND REGIONAL LEVEL CULTURAL EVENTS
6. SEMINARS
7. KAVI SAMMELAN
8. QUIZ
9. CLASSICAL MUSIC CONCERTS
10. CLASSICAL MUSIC COMPITITIONS
11. ALUMNI MEET
THE DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY

The Department of Philosophy is one of the oldest departments of teaching and research
in Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra. The Department was established in 1961 by
KUK through the approval of Govt. of Haryana. It took a quantum leap right from
the beginning both in teaching and research. The department has been engaged in
improving teaching methods and materials in consonance with the requirement of the
fast-changing scenario of Philosophical Studies. As a result, it has kept pace with
the NET/SLET Programmes which is a part of UGC’s comprehensive plan to provide competent
teachers to the nation. Epistemology, Logic (both Indian and Western), Scientific
Method, Ethics, Philosophy of Religion, Social and Political Philosophy, Applied
Ethics, Environmental Ethics and Gandhian Thought are the core courses being taught
in the Department of Philosophy. Classical Indian and Western Philosophy, Modern
Indian Thought, Contemporary Western Philosophy, Philosophy of Srimad Bhagvadgita
and Buddhism are the thrust areas in research in the Department. The Department
has produced more than 85 PhD scholars. Moreover, Department has started one new
course i.e. Certificate Course in Bhagvatgita. Keeping in view the ancient cultural
background and sacredness of Kurukshetra where Lord Shree Krishna delivered the
incredible sermon of Srimad Bhagvadgita and taught the secrets of Yoga, this course
has found favours with students from different streams.