Philosophy

Hi.

Yes — students of Unani medicine are taught about the history and philosophy of Unani medicine as an integral part of their curriculum. Let me break it down clearly:

Students learn the origin and evolution of Unani medicine, including:

Its roots in Greek medicine (Hippocrates and Galen)

Development through Arab and Persian scholars

Spread and practice in India under Mughal and later periods

This helps students understand the traditional context and cultural significance of Unani therapies.

The curriculum covers the theoretical principles and philosophy behind Unani medicine, including:

Humoral theory (Akhlat) – concept of the four humors: blood, phlegm, yellow bile, black bile

Temperaments (Mizaj) – understanding individual constitution and health

Disease causation (Illat) – why illnesses occur according to Unani principles

Treatment philosophy – balancing humors through regimens, diet, drugs, and therapies

These philosophical foundations guide diagnosis, prescription, and treatment throughout BUMS and PG studies.

In the Biosciences department, safety and ethics are treated as a serious part of training. From B.Sc. Botany and Zoology to M.Sc. Microbiology, students go through orientation sessions that focus on lab discipline and standard operating procedures. They are guided on how to deal with accidents, use first aid in case of chemical spills, and report any mishandling immediately. Special sessions are also organized where faculty talk about ethical practices in scientific research—like honesty in reporting data, giving credit to sources, and ensuring experiments are environmentally sustainable. Students also learn about biohazard labeling and safe storage of cultures or specimens. By combining safety and ethical practices, the department prepares students to work confidently in industries like pharmaceuticals, food processing, and research labs, where such skills are not just expected but absolutely necessary.