Overview

Dr A.P.J. ABDUL KALAM UNIVERSITY (AKU) is unique among the educational institutions in the world. It arose not from some chance of history or local patriotism, but from a view of life which has been of vital importance in the development of our modern society. It was born out of the liberal, progressive movement. The founders of it sought to establish a non – traditional institution of higher learning, which would be free from the social exclusiveness, and academic traditionalism prevailing and which would promote the growth of a free academic society. AKU believes that access to higher education is a key ingredient in the promotion of world peace and global economic development. It views higher education as a basic right and believes that it can both transform the lives of individuals and be an important force for societal change. AKU believes that education plays a fundamental role in strengthening respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms, and in promoting understanding and tolerance, like Dr.Abdul Kalam. The basic principle, which the institution contributes to modern thought, is that higher education should be available to all who could profit by it, without distinction of any kind. And remains dedicated to its founding principle, that a liberal education teaches disciplined reasoning, effective communication, and love of learning. This broadening of the basis of entry, bring about the reform of education on the whole, for the people who want studies to be open to all. Of course, the degree of success of the individual will depend on how appropriately one assimilates, adapts and practices the educational in puts.