Academic Degrees

Please read carefully below. The Academic Degree in Martial Arts involves proficiency in one of the following areas:

• Teaching (Martial Arts) studies
• Studies and research in Martial Arts
• Studies and research in the history of Martial Arts
• Style analysis
• The philosophy and the ethics of Budo

The Academic Board accepts the following for approval as a part of the Martial Arts Academic Educational Program:

• Academic degrees, diplomas or certificates from disciplines other than Martial Arts
• Publication of research articles, books or booklets
• Recommendation from an accredited teacher
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume
• Additional information as requested by the Academy

Prerequisites for Academic Degree Award

B.A Qualification Requirements

• Presentation of 6 theses in the following subjects (specifications as defined below):
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Psychology
• Ethics
• Statement from a Budo Teacher confirming the presentation of one of the theses in front of a student group.
• Minimum period of studies: 24 months
• Exceptions - subject to the Dean's approval

B.A Registration Prerequisites

• Minimum age: 21
• 1st DAN
• Practicing for 5 years or more at accredited Budo Ryuha/ Organizations/ School/ Dojo.
• Recommendation
• Detailed CV

M.A Qualification Requirements

• Presentation of 4 theses in the following subjects (specifications as defined bellow):
• Anatomy and physiology
• Psychology
• History of ancient Martial Arts
• Ethics
• Preparation of a main thesis to be presented to the Academy
• Minimum period of studies: 12 months
• Exceptions - subject to the Dean's approval

M.A Registration Prerequisites

• Minimum age: 24
• 3rd DAN
• Is practicing for 7 years or more at an accredited Budo Ryuha/ Organizations/ School/ Dojo.
• Recommendation
• Detailed CV
• B.A awarded by the Academy or a relevant academic degree, recognized by the Academy

Ph.D Qualification Requirements

• Presentation of 4 theses in the following subjects (specifications as defined bellow):
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Psychology of Martial Arts
• Education Methodology
• Ethics
• Preparation of seminar thesis to be presented to the Academy
• Minimum length of studies: 24 months
• Exceptions - subject to the Dean's approval

Ph.D Registration Prerequisites

• Minimum age: 29
• 5th DAN
• Practicing for 15 years at accredited Budo Ryuha/ Organization/ School Dojo
• Detailed CV
• M.A awarded by the Academy or a relevant academic degree recognized by the Academy

Thesis structure

Thesis topic and abstract

B.A - 1 page, M.A - 1 page, PhD - 2 pages.

Thesis plus bibliography briefs

B.A - 12 pages, M.A - 18 pages, PhD - 24 pages.

• Seminar thesis structure: As approved by the Academic Board.
• The student will provide two copies of the printed and bound thesis.
• The thesis will be in English.

Courses, advanced training and certification studies

• The request for all Academic courses and advanced training can be reserved by direct application to the Rector's chamber, Dr. Ron KLUGER.
• The academic Board will approve the final terms of the course/ training.
• Courses can be organized and managed all over the world.
• The minimum number of participants for all courses: 25 students.
• The following organizations are entitled to reserve courses: Ryuhas, Martial Art Organizations, Schools, Martial Art Dojos and Authorities.
• The following are some of the courses provided by the Academy:

• History and development of Martial Arts
• Philosophy of Martial Arts
• Fighting Arts and Fighting Sports
• Warrior's Psychology
• The Art of Teaching Martial Art
• Kata
• Tests and Professional Grading
• The art of Teaching Children
• The art of Teaching Adults
• Self-Defense
• Teaching Techiniques (Budo)

Apply here.