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Our Educational Model
Centurion University is a trailblazer in Skill Integrated Higher Education, recognized by governments, international organizations like UNESCO and the World Bank, and esteemed think-tanks like NitiAyog. Recently, its School of Vocational Education and Training earned distinction as a Centre of Excellence by India’s Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, a unique honor for any Indian university.
Since its establishment in 2005 and subsequent recognition as a University in 2010 (under Odisha Act 4 of 2010), Centurion has championed tailored learning and employability paths for youth in economically disadvantaged regions of Odisha and Andhra Pradesh.
At its core, Centurion is committed to shaping lives and empowering communities, guided by values of Inclusivity, Integrity, Equity, Respect, and Sustainability.
Aligned with the Agenda for Sustainable Development and its 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) since 2015, Centurion has integrated these goals into its strategy, governance, and outcomes. It focuses on nine specific SDGs, embedding them into every facet of its operations.
By emphasizing industry-relevant education, skill development, entrepreneurship, and technology, Centurion aims to create sustainable livelihoods on a national scale. This approach has garnered recognition and support from various stakeholders, solidifying Centurion’s position as a beacon of impactful education and community development.
Our Approach to Education and Training
Centurion University prioritizes hands-on, experience-based learning that fosters community-centric innovation and action research. It emphasizes the creation of Nano, Mini, and Micro Enterprises, aiming for quantifiable, sustainable, scalable, and replicable impacts. The university fosters ecosystems integrating communities, industry, entrepreneurs, and educational institutions. Its approach includes skill-integrated teaching, industry and community partnerships, and enterprise creation. With campuses in Paralakhemundi, Bhubaneswar, Rayagada, Bolangir, and Balasore, it offers programs through schools focusing on Engineering, Vocational Education, Agriculture, Paramedics, Pharmacy, Applied Sciences, Management, and Media.