Kaatsu International for Undergraduate Studies (KIU) offers degree, diplomas and certificate courses in Ayurveda, Acupuncture and Kaatsu at the 175,000-square feet, 7-storeyed Japanese-style building at Malabe Road.
The three red letters- KIU at the top of the building stand for Kaatsu International for Undergraduate Studies, a Higher Education Institute accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education and recognized by the University Grants Commission of Sri Lanka. Relatively new (opened in 2014), KIA currently offers several degree programs as well as diploma and certificate courses in Ayurveda, Acupuncture and Kaatsu at reasonable prices and with government interest-free loan schemes.
The mysterious word, which happens to be a part of the name of this institute, is a special method of body training invented in Japan by Prof. Sir Yoshiaki Sato, the Chancellor of KIU.
Apart from all the facilities designed to provide education and training to students, there is an acupuncture clinic offering free treatment to anyone not scared of needles. KIU also hosts under its roof the office of Green Cross, Sri Lanka presided by KIU Managing Director / Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Jagath Seneviratne. In commitment to Green University Concept KIU has undertaken many environmental projects in Sri Lanka related to water pollution, degradation of natural forests, effect of heavy use of polythene and recycling initiatives.
KIU consists of a beautifully designed, state-of-the art auditorium.
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