Azim Premji University was established in Karnataka by the Azim Premji University Act 2010 as a not-for-profit University and is recognized by The University Grants Commission (UGC) under Section 2F.
The beginnings of the University are in the learning and experience of a decade of work in elementary education by the Azim Premji Foundation. The University was founded as one of the key responses to the constraints and challenges that the Foundation encountered both within and in the environment, and as part of a larger strategy to contribute to the Education and Development sectors in the country.
Two key principles guide the process of the University’s evolution.
Firstly, the University has a clearly stated social purpose. As an institution, it exists to make significant contributions through education towards the building of a just, equitable, humane and sustainable society. This is an explicit commitment to the idea that education contributes to social change. At the same time, this commitment to a specific value orientation is not to be interpreted as a narrowly utilitarian view of the University. Education’s impact on society is through the changes in values and action that thinking, autonomous individuals are capable of.
Secondly, the University is part of the Foundation and integral to its vision. The synergy from the close working of the students and faculty with the Foundation's field units will inform and enrich the programmes at the University and the field alike. The members of the Foundation as a whole have the challenging task of defining an organizational culture and processes of interaction that realise the full potential of this linkage.
It should be clear from the above that Azim Premji University is unusual in the way it is conceived and organized. We profess liberal and ‘humanistic’ values but at the same time define our intent unambiguously in the context of India’s social and political development. We consider independence and excellence in research to be critical, but do not see the possibility of sharply separating knowledge from its purposes and consequences. We are not narrowly utilitarian in our orientation, but at the same time are deeply mindful of the consequences of our work.
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Azim Premji University’s educational programmes aim to prepare graduates with great competence, integrity and social commitment. These qualities are the necessary foundation for flourishing and a life of informed and ethical action. The above mission obviously requires us to respond to the question, “What is good Education?”.
It is well established that Education is an important contributor to livelihood and economic opportunity. However, it also has a larger and equally important role as a key constituent of human development and flourishing. This is a view that we share and wish to emphasize.
The above emphasis is complemented by the University’s awareness of its social purpose. The University will strive to develop a deep understanding of the role of education in creating awareness of moral and ethical issues in debates on development and social policy. This awareness will be reflected in the design of the University’s curriculum and research priorities. The University will explore and locate its learning and research programmes squarely in a deep and nuanced understanding of India’s political and cultural contexts and tremendous diversity.
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The campus atmosphere is very bright and enlightens to all students. Ethics and values are something that defines excellence and this is taught thus outgoimg students of Azim Premji University not only knowledgeable but also know the importance of values. Apart from education they conduct many seminars related to poor people education.
By Augustin (Apr, 2019) |
My daughter is presently studying under graduate course and we know the way or methodology of teaching is very nice and she is doing well and very happpy.
By Srinivas Pinninti (Feb, 2019) |
It's been a place where you get a complete different experience which changes your life. I have done Master in Education from this University, It gave me a complete different perspective to see the world. My thoughts are more advance and sensitive for the people.
By Sagar Jain (Dec, 2018) |
Amazing academic environment, a first of its kind in India and the programmes are some of the most socially relevant courses at undergrad and postgrad level.
By Prashanth (Mar, 2017) |
The best thing about the university is, it never discriminates or underestimates the capability of who ever enters it's realms. You are given the opportunity to discover your potential. It therefore fosters the same mindset in you when you walk out of the university after 2 years. Something which every social change maker should ideally possess.
By Vishala Masti (Oct, 2016) |
Azim Premji University gives a good platform for Academics and field exposures equally. there, I enjoyed different unique courses such as Discourses of Nationalism, Contemporary social movements etc. Its a cool place for people who want to contribute in national education or development.
By Mohammad Zafar (Feb, 2016) |
If you want the best people to teach you , join this place. You have everything here to make use of; to become Best... If you want the best of you to come out, join this place (y)
By Arjun (Jan, 2016) |
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The MA Development program at APU is truly amazing, with such an awesome faculty (Rhodes Scholar, Ivy Leaguers, International PhDs) and a fantastically designed curriculum (which is inclined towards theory). I came to APU from DU, but I had no complaints at all.
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