Report on Foundation in Jain Studies Course: Sep – Dec 2009
Oshwal Association of UK ~ Oshwal Centre ~ Potters Bar
After being recognised as an INSTITUTE by the Companies House and registered as the Institute of Jainology Limited, the Directors decided that courses in Jainism should be offered not only through the Birkbeck University of [...]
11Dec09
Another First for the Institute
The Institute has been offering the courses in Jainism in the UK through Birkbeck College, London University for several years and under its own aegis to interest community members on an individual basis.
Last year, several requests were received from Jain Sanghs to conduct the ‘Foundation Course on Jainism’ in their countries. Subsequently courses were held [...]
QCDA (Qualification & Curriculum Development Authority) is managing a major consultation on four issues, two of which directly affect Religious Education. As part of this consultation, QCDA intends to hold focus groups for members of faith or belief communities, and members of SACREs, in different parts of the country:
1. 1st June in London
2. 22nd [...]
11th Jaina Annual Lecture & Studies Workshop at SOAS
Centre for Jaina Studies at School of Oriental & African Studies , University of London will hold its Annual Lecture 11th in series, on Thursday 12th March 2009 at 6.00pm. The Studies Workshop will be held the following day, Friday 13th March 2009 from 9am to 6pm.
Venue [...]
Malaysian Jain Sangha had expressed interest last year through Mr Bhaskarbhai P Chitalia in running the FOUNDATION IN JAIN STUDIES course there. This course has been on offer in London for many years. It did not happen that year but the interest was revived earlier this year and two more Sanghas became interested.
Eventually, the three [...]
Launch of the first Jain text book for children
Harrow Council Chamber was the appropriate venue for the first launch of DISCOVER JAINISM, the first ever book on the ancient Indian faith of Jainism that is aimed at schools in the UK. This is the first in the series LEARN JAINISM, initiated by the INSTITUTE OF [...]
SOAS JAINA STUDIES MA SCHOLARSHIP 2009
Jain Spirit has sponsored an award of scholarship worth GBP5000. It will be awarded to students registered at School of Oriental & African Studies, University of London for a MA degree with a major in Jaina Studies.
Applications by letter, accompanied by a short CV, should be submitted by e-mail to [...]