BAMS Course

Lesson 1 • Dhatu, Mala, and Agni

Covers the seven tissue systems, metabolic byproducts, and digestive fire as structural pillars of physiology. Connects these concepts to health maintenance and disease onset.

Lesson 2 • Fundamental Concepts of Tridosha

Defines Vata, Pitta, and Kapha as functional biological principles. Establishes the Dosha framework that underlies all Ayurvedic diagnosis and treatment.

Lesson 3 • Core Philosophical Principles

Introduces Sankhya, Vaisheshika, and Nyaya philosophies underpinning Ayurvedic thought. Links metaphysical concepts to clinical reasoning used in later chapters.

Lesson 4 • Prakriti and Individual Constitution

Explains how genetic and gestational factors determine a person's constitutional type. Students learn to identify Prakriti as the baseline for personalised care.

Lesson 1 • Manas: Mind and Psychophysiology

Covers the Ayurvedic model of mind, including sensory faculties and psychological functions. Links mental constitution to physical health outcomes.

Lesson 2 • Kala and Tissue Membranes

Introduces the seven Kala as boundary membranes separating tissue layers and channels. Explains their role in nutrient exchange and disease localisation.

Lesson 3 • Prana, Ojas, and Tejas

Examines the three vital essences that sustain life, immunity, and metabolic transformation. Connects these essences to clinical indicators of vitality and resilience.

Lesson 4 • Sharira Rachana: Body Structure

Describes the embryological development and gross anatomy of the human body per classical sources. Grounds students in the structural vocabulary used in clinical assessment.

Lesson 1 • Concept of Health and Disease

Defines Swastha as dynamic equilibrium of Dosha, Dhatu, Mala, and mind. Establishes the criteria distinguishing health from disease used in clinical evaluation.

Lesson 2 • Roga Pariksha: Disease Examination

Introduces the tenfold and eightfold examination methods for comprehensive disease assessment. Prepares students for structured clinical data collection.

Lesson 3 • Classification of Diseases

Surveys Ayurvedic disease taxonomies based on origin, Dosha involvement, and prognosis. Provides the classification vocabulary needed for differential diagnosis.

Lesson 4 • Samprapti: Pathogenesis Framework

Explains the six-stage disease progression from accumulation to full manifestation. Enables early identification of disease stages for timely intervention.

Lesson 1 • Major Medicinal Plant Groups

Surveys the fifty classical Mahakashaya groups and key individual herbs. Builds a working formulary of commonly used medicinal plants.

Lesson 2 • Drug Combinations and Formulation Logic

Explains principles of combining drugs for synergy, dose modification, and safety. Prepares students to analyse classical formulas and design rational prescriptions.

Lesson 3 • Prabhava and Drug Actions

Examines specific drug actions that cannot be explained by taste or potency alone. Introduces Karma categories used to match drugs to disease conditions.

Lesson 4 • Fundamentals of Dravyaguna

Defines the four pillars of Ayurvedic pharmacology: Dravya, Guna, Rasa, and Karma. Establishes the analytical framework for evaluating any medicinal substance.

Lesson 1 • Dinacharya: Daily Routine

Outlines the prescribed daily schedule for maintaining Dosha equilibrium and promoting longevity. Connects each practice to its physiological and psychological rationale.

Lesson 2 • Sadvritta: Ethical Conduct and Wellness

Presents behavioural and ethical guidelines that protect mental and social health. Integrates psychological wellness into the holistic Ayurvedic lifestyle model.

Lesson 3 • Ritucharya: Seasonal Regimen

Prescribes dietary and behavioural adjustments for each of the six classical seasons. Prevents seasonal Dosha aggravation through proactive lifestyle modification.

Lesson 4 • Therapeutic Dietary Planning

Applies dietary principles to specific disease conditions and recovery phases. Students construct structured meal plans aligned with treatment protocols.

Lesson 1 • Vamana and Virechana

Details therapeutic emesis and purgation as primary Kapha and Pitta elimination procedures. Covers drug selection, administration, and post-procedure management.

Lesson 2 • Rasayana and Vajikarana Therapies

Presents rejuvenation and aphrodisiac therapies administered after purification to rebuild tissues. Connects these therapies to longevity, immunity, and reproductive health.

Lesson 3 • Nasya and Raktamokshana

Covers nasal drug administration and bloodletting as specialised elimination procedures. Addresses indications, techniques, and safety for each modality.

Lesson 4 • Basti: Medicated Enema Therapy

Examines Basti as the most important Panchakarma procedure for Vata disorders. Covers Anuvasana and Niruha types, formulations, and administration techniques.

Lesson 1 • Follow-Up, Monitoring, and Outcomes

Establishes protocols for tracking patient progress, adjusting treatment, and measuring outcomes. Builds skills in long-term case management and patient retention.

Lesson 2 • Patient Intake and History Taking

Establishes a systematic approach to gathering patient history using classical and modern frameworks. Builds the data collection skills required for accurate diagnosis.

Lesson 3 • Treatment Planning and Protocol Design

Guides students through constructing individualised treatment plans combining diet, herbs, and therapies. Emphasises evidence-informed decision-making within classical frameworks.

Lesson 4 • Physical Examination Techniques

Trains students in Ayurvedic physical examination including pulse, tongue, eye, and skin assessment. Integrates biomedical examination skills for comprehensive evaluation.

Lesson 1 • Kaumarabhritya: Paediatric Care

Covers child health from neonatal care through adolescence using Ayurvedic principles. Addresses common paediatric conditions and developmental support strategies.

Lesson 2 • Kayachikitsa: Internal Medicine

Covers diagnosis and management of major internal diseases including metabolic, respiratory, and digestive disorders. Applies full clinical reasoning to complex internal medicine cases.

Lesson 3 • Stri Roga and Prasuti Tantra

Addresses gynaecological disorders and obstetric care from conception through postpartum recovery. Integrates classical protocols with contemporary maternal health standards.

Lesson 4 • Manas Roga: Psychiatric and Neurological Care

Applies Ayurvedic psychiatry to anxiety, depression, and neurological conditions. Integrates Sattvavajaya therapy with herbal and Panchakarma interventions.