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OUR HISTORY
Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (SRIHER), formerly Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute, is a reputed private, nonprofit Deemed University, in Chennai, India. Its academic excellence and integrated infrastructure are the foundation of its long standing legacy. Established in 1985, SRIHER was conferred the status of Deemed University in September 1994 by the Government of India. In August 2018, the university was officially renamed, and recognized by the Ministry of Human Resource Development as Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research.
RECOGNITIONS EARNED
Over the decades, SRIHER has amassed a wealth of accreditations and acclaim confirming its excellence in academics and education. Some of the recognitions SRIHER has achieved are:
OUR GROWTH
Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (SRIHER) has evolved from focusing on healthcare education during its inception to establishing itself as a multidisciplinary institution encompassing 15 distinct faculties. SRIHER currently offers an impressive educational scope with 37 undergraduate programs, 123 postgraduate programs and PhD degrees. Our faculties offer programs in a broad range of disciplines such as:
OUR INFRASTRUCTURE
Set on a verdant 150-acre campus resembling a mini township, with 9,500+ promising students under its wings, the University supports a secure and encouraging environment for learning, recreation, and extracurricular activities. Our 990+ faculty members together with 4,643+ administrative staff ensure a supportive, collaborative, and enriching environment that fosters innovation, growth, and success stories for students. SRIHER’s alumni community of 20,000+ graduates serve as our global ambassadors, enhancing our reputation and outreach.
With our focus on nurturing the next generation of leaders, we ensure our infrastructure and programs keep pace with contemporary advancements to provide students with a tangible real-world experience. The curriculum for each program is meticulously designed, regularly updated, and employs contemporary pedagogical methodologies. Students also gain access to clinical/ professional training opportunities at the University’s two on-campus hospitals with a bed count over 2,250 beds. Our state-of-the-art infrastructure, equipped with specialized facilities and high-tech laboratories, provides students with exposure to implement and refine their skills. Our widespread industry network offers students access to explore opportunities, internships, and placements in higher education or career paths globally.
At SRIHER, a research driven approach is integral to our progress and innovation. We constantly explore emerging fields and push boundaries to create meaningful impact. We practice interdisciplinary collaboration through faculty-led thematic clusters which translates into securing grants and producing high-impact research. Set up with funding support from the BIRAC-DBT, Government of India, the SRIHER Innovation and Incubation Center (SRIIC) translates interdisciplinary collaboration into real-world solutions through incubating 30 start-up companies in diverse domains of digital health, point-of-care diagnostics, medical technologies, educational technology, clean energy, and waste management. SRIIC is recognized by StartUpTN as the top incubation center in Tamilnadu.
Furthermore, SRIIC has been a launch pad for SRIHER faculty and students to ideate and form their own companies – supported by SRIIC through securing grants by the Government of India.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH INITIATIVES
We strive to create meaningful change in society by integrating education and service. We have expanded our outreach to social service by aligning with Government of India initiatives like Unnat Bharat Abhiyan and Swachh Bharat. With over 570 student volunteers in our National Service Scheme (NSS) and National Cadet Corps (NCC), we conduct surveys and activities, and have transformed villages of Annambedu and Karunakarachery into open defecation-free, garbage-free, and disease-free communities. The dynamic student council spearheads community awareness and healthcare initiatives by organizing and managing health camps, tree planting drives, and cleaning water bodies.