The new intakes for the Master of Arts in Buddhist Studies (MA) for the year 2026 have now commenced. The Faculty offers Masters in Buddhist Studies for: Those who already have a Postgraduate Diploma or an equivalent qualification in Buddhist Studies. Those who have a first degree in a subject acceptable to the Faculty Board...Read More
The new intakes for the Master of Philosophy in Buddhist Studies (MPhil.) and Doctor of Philosophy in Buddhist Studies (Ph.D.) degrees for the year 2026 have now commenced. The Faculty offers MPhil. and PhD. in Buddhist Studies for those who have a Masters degree or an equivalent academic qualification in Buddhist Studies Applications are accepted...Read More
We are delighted to announce the 2nd International Research Conference on Interdisciplinary Approaches (IRCIA 2025), taking place on 16th November 2025, from 8.00 AM onwards at the NIIBS Campus. Building on the success of our inaugural event, IRCIA 2025 continues to serve as a global platform for scholars, researchers, and professionals to exchange ideas and...Read More
2nd International Conference on Psychology & Mental Health (ICPMH 2025) to be held on 14th of December 2025. So many research papers are reviewed from related areas and professionals and scholars. This conference opens deference subjects and research through the Mental Health and Psychology field with Buddhism.Read More
The Faculty of Buddhist Studies of the Nāgānanda International Institute for Buddhist Studies, Manelwatta, Kelaniya, proudly organizes the annual “Muragala” special program, featuring a memorial event dedicated to Emeritus Professor Oliver Abeynayake, an exceptional scholar in the field of Pali and Buddhist Studies in Sri Lanka. This program is held as an offering of gratitude...Read More
The Journal of “Dharma Śāstra Vīmansā” published since 2024, This work is published in commemoration of the birthday of Venerable Dr. Bodagama Chandima Thera, the esteemed Vice-Chancellor of NIIBS. The journal publishes research articles from basic and applied research of local and international researchers in disciplines of Humanities and Social Sciences. Submission Details Submission Deadline:...Read More
Dr. Bodagama Chandima Thero Scholarship Foundation is pleased to offer a fully funded scholarship program for Buddhist Bhikkhunis from around the world to pursue academic studies in globally recognized Buddhist Studies at NIIBS, Sri Lanka. Academic Levels Covered: This scholarship is available from the Bachelor’s degree program up to the Doctoral degree. Bachelor’s Degree (B.A.)...Read More
This is a six-month advanced certificate program by the Faculty of Buddhist Studies, Counselling Psychotherapy Unit, NIIBS Campus. Duration – 06 Months (ACCP) / 03 Months (For interns) Course Fee – Rs. 33,000 [Registration – Rs. 3,000 & Course fee – Rs. 30,000] (Course Fee can be paid in instalments) / Rs. 23,000 (For interns)...Read More
