ADMISSION TO POSTGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES – 2025 at PGIHS

University of Peradeniya Opens Applications for 2025 Postgraduate Programs at PGIHS

ADMISSION TO POSTGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES – 2025 at PGIHS } The Postgraduate Institute of Humanities & Social Sciences (PGIHS) at the University of Peradeniya, renowned as the nation’s leader in postgraduate education and research in Humanities and Social Sciences, has officially opened applications for its 2025 academic year. Prospective students can now apply for a wide range of Postgraduate Diplomas, Master’s, and Doctoral programs in various disciplines.

Available Programs:

1. Postgraduate Diploma (SLQF Level 8) – 1 Year
   • Disciplines include Archaeology, Political Science, Geography, Sociology, Sinhala, English, Tamil, Economics, Physical Education, Philosophy, Psychology, Buddhist Studies, History, Sanskrit, Pali, Fine Arts, Greek & Roman Studies, Islamic Studies, Community Development & Planning.
2. Master (SLQF Level 9) – 1 Year
   • Coursework and project-based programs in the above-mentioned disciplines.
3. Master of Arts (SLQF Level 10) – 2 Years
   • Coursework and research-focused programs in the same wide array of disciplines.
4. Specialized Master’s Programs:
   • Master of Arts in Applied Economics
   • Master of International Relations
   • Master of Human Rights and Multiculturalism
   • Master of Environmental Management
   • Master of Development Practice
   • Master of Social Work
   • Master of Sustainable Tourism
   • Master of Science in Banking
   • Master of Science in Sustainable Tourism
5. Doctoral Programs:
   • Master of Philosophy (SLQF Level 11) – Minimum 2 years of full-time research.
   • Doctor of Philosophy (SLQF Level 12) – Minimum 3 years of full-time research.

ADMISSION TO POSTGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES – 2025 at PGIHS