# Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka

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- [University Day Celebration of Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka (BPUDU) - 2026](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/university-day-2026/): University Day Celebration of Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka (BPUDU) – 2026 The Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka (BPUDU) marked its 44th anniversary with a vibrant University Day celebration held on February 20, 2026, within the university premises. This milestone was graced by the presence of several distinguished guests, including the Deputy Minister of Education, Dr. Madhura Seneviratne, who served as the special guest, and Professor Emeritus Asanga Tilakaratne, who delivered the event’s commemorative guest lecture. Special Activities and Programs In conjunction with the anniversary, the following activities were successfully conducted: Beautification of the university entrance […]
- [BPUSL Undergraduate Symposium in Archaeology – 2025](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/symposium-in-archaeology-2025/): BPUSL Undergraduate Symposium in Archaeology – 2025 The Undergraduate Symposium in Archaeology for 2025 was held with great dignity on January 29, 2026, at the Homagama premises of the Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka. The inaugural ceremony commenced under the chairmanship of the honorable Vice-Chancellor, with the participation of the Deans of Faculties, as well as the lay and ordained members of the academic staff. Also present at the occasion were members of the non-academic staff, including the Registrar and the Bursar, as well as the internal and external student community. The Head of the Department of Archaeology, […]
- [Farewell Ceremony and “Āduru Pā Harasara” – 2026](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/farewell-ceremony-ba-2026/): Farewell Ceremony and “Āduru Pā Harasara” – 2026 The Farewell Ceremony and the teacher appreciation programme titled “Āduru Pā Harasara”, organized by the Bachelor of Arts (External) 2021/2022 Batch of the Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka, was held on 13th January 2026 at the Faculty of Graduate Studies and the Centre for External Examinations. The event was graced by the Vice Chancellor of the Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka, Venerable Professor Homagama Dhammananda Nayake Thero, along with members of the academic staff and the Registrar, Mr. Manjula Nishantha Talgahagoda, together with members of the non-academic staff. […]
- [Assumption of Duties as Dean of the Faculty of Language Studies](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/assumption-of-duties-as-dean-of-the-faculty-of-language-studies/): Assumption of Duties as Dean of the Faculty of Language Studies Ven. Professor Gonadeniye Pannarathana Thero, the newly appointed Dean of the Faculty of Language Studies, assumed duties on 22 December 2025. Ven. Prof. Pannarathana Thero obtained his B.A. (Hons) in Pali with First Class Honours from the University of Kelaniya. He subsequently completed his M.A. in Buddhist Studies and M.Phil. in Pali at the same university and was later awarded his Ph.D. by the University of the West, United States of America. The Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka extends its sincere congratulations to Ven. Professor Gonadeniye Pannarathana […]
- [Assumption of Duties as the Head of the Department of Department of Language Skills Development](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/assumption-of-duties-as-the-head-lsd/): Assumption of Duties as the Head of the Department of Department of Language Skills Development Senior Lecturer Dr. Narayanan Mallikadevi assumed duties as the Head of the Department of Language Skills Development on 08th December 2025. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Degree in Tamil Language from the University of Peradeniya, Master of Philosophy from Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka, and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Linguistics from the Annamalai University, Thamilnadu, India. We offer our heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to Dr. Narayan Mallikadevi on the assumption of duties as the Head of the Department of […]
- [Assumption of Duties as the Head of the Department of Pali](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/assumption-of-duties-as-the-head-of-the-department-of-pali/): Assumption of Duties as the Head of the Department of Pali Ven. Senior Lecturer Dr.Kandegama Deepavansalankara Thero has been appointed as the Head of the Department of Pali at the Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka. An alumnus of the University, Kandegama Deepavansalankara Thero completed his B.A. in Pali with First Class Honours. In recognition of his exceptional academic performance, he was awarded the Vice-Chancellor’s Gold Medal as the Best Student of the Year. He earned his M.A. from Post Graduate Institute of Pali and Buddhist Studies, University of Kelaniya and his M.Phil. from the Buddhist and Pali University […]
- [Assumption of Duties as the Head of the Department of English Language Teaching](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/assumption-of-duties-as-the-head-of-the-department-of-english-language-teaching/): Assumption of Duties as the Head of the Department of English Language Teaching Senior Lecturer Dr. Kosala Kumarage assumed duties as the Head of the Department of English Language Teaching on 22 December 2025. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (Special) Degree in English and English Literature from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, and both her Master of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Linguistics from the University of Kelaniya. We offer our heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to Dr. Kosala Kumarage on the assumption of duties as the Head of the Department of English Language Teaching of the […]
- [සෙනෙහසේ අත්වැල - 2025](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/%e0%b7%83%e0%b7%99%e0%b6%b1%e0%b7%99%e0%b7%84%e0%b7%83%e0%b7%9a-%e0%b6%85%e0%b6%ad%e0%b7%8a%e0%b7%80%e0%b7%90%e0%b6%bd-2025/): සෙනෙහසේ අත්වැල – 2025 හදිසි ආපදා තත්ත්වය හේතුවෙන් විපතට පත් ජනතාව දිරි ගැන්වීම සඳහා ශ්‍රී ලංකා බෞද්ධ හා පාලි විශ්වවිද්‍යාලයේ අභ්‍යන්තර/බාහිර විද්‍යාර්ථීන් සහ අධ්‍යයන/අනධ්‍යයන කාර්ය මණ්ඩලය සංවිධානය කරන ලද වැඩසටහන හලාවත තිබිල්ල, පුත්තලම පල්ලම ග්‍රාමය, පල්ලම ප්‍රාථමික විද්‍යාලය කේන්ද්‍රගතව 2025 දෙසැම්බර් 12 වන දින පැවැත්විය. ඒ සඳහා ශ්‍රී ලංකා බෞද්ධ හා පාලි විශ්වවිද්‍යාලයේ මහෝපාධ්‍යායය විනේතෘ මහාචාර්ය පූජ්‍ය හෝමාගම ධම්මානන්ද නාහිමි, බෞද්ධ අධ්‍යයන පීඨාධිපති ජ්‍යෙෂ්ඨ කථිකාචාර්ය පූජ්‍ය බැරගම සද්ධානන්ද හිමි ඇතුළු අධ්‍යයන කාර්ය මණ්ඩලය, ලේඛකාධිකාරි මංජුල නිශාන්ත තල්ගහගොඩ මහතා ඇතුළු අනධ්‍යයන කාර්ය මණ්ඩලය සහ අභ්‍යන්තර/බාහිර ශිෂ්‍ය කණ්ඩායමක් සම්බන්ධ වූහ. මෙම කර්තව්‍යය වෙනුවෙන් දායකත්වය ලබා දුන් සියලු දෙනාට ගෞරවණීය ස්තුතිය පුද කරමි. […]
- [ICPIR 2025 – International Conference on Postgraduate Interdisciplinary Research](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/icpir-2025-international-conference-on-postgraduate-interdisciplinary-research/): ICPIR 2025 – International Conference on Postgraduate Interdisciplinary Research The International Conference on Postgraduate Interdisciplinary Research (ICPIR 2025), organized by the Faculty of Graduate Studies was successfully held on 8th November 2025 at the Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka. This prestigious academic event brought together postgraduate scholars, researchers, and distinguished academics from various disciplines to share knowledge, exchange ideas, and showcase innovative research. The conference featured a rich blend of interdisciplinary research from different fields. The diversity of research tracks created an inspiring environment for intellectual engagement and scholarly dialogue.The event was graced by a keynote address delivered […]
- [Assumption of Duties as the Registrar](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/assumption-of-duties-as-the-registrar/): Assumption of Duties as the Registrar Mr. Manjula Nishantha Thalgahagoda officially assumed duties as the Registrar of the Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka on 01st October 2025. We offer our heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to Mr. Manjula Thalgahagoda on the appointment as the Registrar of the Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka.
- [Journal of Language Studies (JLS) Bi-Annual Double-Blind Peer-Reviewed Journal of the Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka Volume 7, Issue II (December 2023)](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/journal-of-language-studies-jls-bi-annual-double-blind-peer-reviewed-journal-of-the-buddhist-and-pali-university-of-sri-lanka-volume-7-issue-ii-december-2023/): Journal of Language Studies (JLS) Bi-Annual Double-Blind Peer-Reviewed Journal of the Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka Volume 7, Issue II (December 2023) The Journal of Language Studies (JLS) is a bi-annual, double-blind, peer-reviewed journal published by the Faculty of Language Studies, Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka. Volume 7, Issue II (December 2023) features research articles contributed by scholars from state universities and government sectors in Sri Lanka. The JLS is also indexed in Sri Lanka Journals Online (SLJOL), an initiative of the National Science Foundation. Please find the e-publication of the journal here:http://www.snow-mouse-524475.hostingersite.com/research-publications/publications/journals
- [Meditation Programm for First Year Students - 2025](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/meditation-programm-for-first-year-students-2025/): Meditation Programm for First Year Students – 2025 The five-day meditation training program relevant to the subject of Buddhist Counselling for the first-year students was conducted at the International Vipassana Meditation Center, Colombo 07 from 18th August to 23rd August 2025.
- [Recognition of Academic Excellence in Foreign Languages – Scholarship Awarding Ceremony 2025](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/recognition-of-academic-excellence-in-foreign-languages-scholarship-awarding-ceremony-2025/): The Department of Language Skills Development organized a scholarship awarding ceremony on 26th June 2025 to recognize students who achieved the highest grades in their final examinations in Tamil, Hindi, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and French. The scholarships were generously sponsored by Most Venerable Hai Hui Thero, who also served as a visiting lecturer in Chinese in the Department of Language Skills Development. The event was graced by the presence of the Vice Chancellor, Most Venerable Chair Professor Homagama Dhammananda Thero; the Dean of the Faculty of Buddhist Studies, Most Venerable Beragama Saddhananda Thero; the Acting Dean of the Faculty of […]
- [සහතික පත්‍ර ප්‍රදානය - පාලි භාෂා කුසලතා ඇගයීම](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/certificate-awarding-ceremony-pali-language/): පාලි අධ්‍යයනාංශයේ 2025 අධ්‍යයන වර්ෂයට අදාළ ව සිදු කළ වසරේ දක්ෂතම ධර්ම දේශකයන් වහන්සේ තේරීමේ කරගය, වසරේ දක්ෂතම භාණක කුශලතාවයෙන් යුතු ශිෂ්‍යයා තේරීමේ තරගය, වසරේ දක්ෂතම පාලි කථිකයා තේරීම යන තරග වැඩසටහන්හි ජයග්‍රහණය ලබා ගත් තරගකරුවන් සදහා ත්‍යාග හා සහතිකපත්‍ර පිරිනැමීම භාෂා අධ්‍යයන පිඨාධිපති මහාචාර්ය පූජ්‍ය ගෝනදෙණියේ පඤ්ඤාරතන ස්වාමීන්වහන්සේගේ ප්‍රධානත්වයෙන්, අනෙකුත් අධ්‍යයනාංශ ප්‍රධානීන් හා ආචාර්යමණ්ඩලයේ සහභාගිත්වයෙන් 2025.08.20 වන දින විශ්වවිද්‍යාලයීය බෞද්ධ අධ්‍යයන පීඨ රැස්වීම් ශාලාවේදී පැවැත්වුණි.
- [ක්ෂේත්‍ර චාරිකාව - දෙමළ සහතික පත්‍ර, ඩිප්ලෝමා සහ උසස් ඩිප්ලෝමා පාඨමාලාව 2025](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/field-trip-tamil-certificate-diploma-and-advanced-diploma-course-2025/): ක්ෂේත්‍ර චාරිකාව – දෙමළ සහතික පත්‍ර, ඩිප්ලෝමා සහ උසස් ඩිප්ලෝමා පාඨමාලාව 2025 ශ්‍රී ලංකා බෞද්ධ හා පාලි විශ්වවිද්‍යාලයේ 2025 වර්ෂයේ දෙමළ භාෂා පාඨමාලා සඳහා නිර්දේශිත ක්ෂේත්‍ර චාරිකාව ඉතාමත් සාර්ථක ව 2025.08.09 සහ 2025.08.10 යන දෙදින තුළ පවත්වන ලදී. චාරිකාවේ ප්‍රධාන අරමුණ වුයේ දෙමළ භාෂාව, සංස්කෘතිය සහ දෙමළ ජන සමාජයේ ක්‍රියාකාරකම් පිළිබඳ ප්‍රායෝගික අවබෝධයක් ලබා ගැනීමයි. ඒ සඳහා කොත්මලේ සහ එහි අවට ප්‍රදේශය යොදා ගන්නා ලදී. පළමු දින පහළ කොත්මලේ නැරඹුම් මධ්‍යස්ථානය සහ අවට පරිසරයත් කොත්මලේ ජලාශයත් ඉන් අනතුරුව කොත්මලේ මහවැලි මහා සෑය, දුටුගැමුණු රජු ස්නානය කළ දිය පීල්ලත් කොත්මලේ උමගත් නරඹන ලදී. එදින සවස කොත්මලේ තොණ්ඩමන් සංස්කෘතික මධ්‍යස්ථානයේ පැළ සිටුවීමේ […]
- [Assumption of Duties as the Head of the Department of Buddhist Philosophy](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/assumption-of-duties-as-the-head-of-the-department-of-buddhist-philosophy/): Ven. Senior Lecturer Koonkandawala Wimaladhamma Thero officially assumed duties as the head of the Department of Buddhist Philosophy in the Faculty of Buddhist Studies at the Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka on 4th August 2025. Ven. Koonkandawala Wimaladhamma Thero holds Mphil in Psychology (University of Peradeniya), M.A. in Buddhihist Ayurvedic Counselling (University of Kelaniya),B.A. in Psychology (University of Peradeniya) and Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling and Psychosocial Support (University of Colombo). We offer our heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to Ven. Senior Lecturer Koonkandawala Wimaladhamma Thero on the assumption of duties as the Head of the Department of Buddhist […]
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- [Admission Process - Foreign Students](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/admission-process-foreign/): General Admission – Foreign Students Eligibility Requirements Applications are invited from eligible foreign Bhikkhus and lay male students who have obtained at least one of the following qualifications to enroll for the Bachelor of Arts (Internal). G.C.E Advanced Level Examination with Pali, Buddhism and any other subject. Any equivalent examination to G.C.E Advanced Level Examination which should have been certified by the relevant Ministry / High Commission / Embassy. Diploma in Buddhism/ Pali conducted by the Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka or equivalent qualification. Any other qualification approved by the Senate of the Buddhist and Pali University of […]
- [Admission Process - Bachelor of Arts Degree](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/admission-process-ba/): General Admission Eligibility Requirements Applications are invited from male monks and lay male students below the age of 28 years who have appeared in the G.C.E. (A.L) Examination or who have appeared in the Oriental Central Examination and who have obtained the following qualifications, for the Bachelor of Arts (Internal) Degree Programme at the Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka. How to Recruit: Admission will be made on the basis of the priority of the Z Score obtained in the G.C.E. (A.L) Examination and the results of the Oriental Central Examination. Passed in three subjects including a subject in […]
- [Higher Diploma in Tamil](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/higher-diploma-in-tamil/): Higher Diploma in Tamil Eligibility Requirements Should have been passed G.C.E. (Ordinary Level) examination or Pirivena Final examination at least with six subjects Or Should have been passed the Dharmacarya examination Or Should have been passed G.C.E. (Advanced Level) examination in any stream of subjects. Or Should have been passed G.C.E. (Advanced Level) examination in any stream of subjects. Medium of Study Sinhala / English Course Duration One (1) Year Fees Rs. 31,000/- Course Contents Add Your Heading Text Here Academic Staff Add Your Text Here Course Coordinator Add Your Text Here Further details: Tel: 011-2580609, 011-2502944
- [Higher Diploma in Buddhist Counselling](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/higher-diploma-in-buddhist-ounselling/): Higher Diploma in Buddhist Counselling Eligibility Requirements Should have been passed G.C.E. (Ordinary Level) examination or Pirivena Final examination at least with six subjects Or Should have been passed the Dharmacarya examination Or Should have been passed G.C.E. (Advanced Level) examination in any stream of subjects. Or Should have been passed G.C.E. (Advanced Level) examination in any stream of subjects. Medium of Study Sinhala / English Course Duration One (1) Year Fees Rs. 31,000/- Course Contents Add Your Heading Text Here Academic Staff Add Your Text Here Course Coordinator Add Your Text Here Further details: Tel: 011-2580609, 011-2502944
- [Higher Diploma in English](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/higher-diploma-in-english/): Higher Diploma in English Eligibility Requirements Applicants must have successfully completed the Diploma in English Language. Or Applicants must have passed the G.C.E. (A/L) examination or an equivalent qualification and completion of a minimum of 30 credits at SLQF Level3 in relation to English. Medium of Study English Course Duration One (1) Year Fees Rs. 42,000/- Course Contents Add Your Heading Text Here Academic Staff Senior Lecturer Mr. M.H.P.K. Gunasena Senior Lecturer Dr. Ms. K.G. Kumarage Visiting Lecturer Ven. Walasmulle Baddiya Thero Visiting Lecturer Dr. Rathnasiri Rathnayaka Visiting Lecturer Mr. Anura Edirimanna Visiting Lecturer Ms. K.G.S. Upamali Visiting Lecturer Mr. […]
- [Higher Diploma in Sanskrit](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/higher-diploma-in-sanskrit/): Higher Diploma in Sanskrit Eligibility Requirements Should have been passed G.C.E. (Ordinary Level) examination or Pirivena Final examination at least with six subjects Or Should have been passed the Dharmacarya examination Or Should have been passed G.C.E. (Advanced Level) examination in any stream of subjects. Or Should have been passed G.C.E. (Advanced Level) examination in any stream of subjects. Medium of Study Sinhala / English Course Duration One (1) Year Fees Rs. 31,000/- Course Contents Add Your Heading Text Here Academic Staff Add Your Text Here Course Coordinator Add Your Text Here Further details: Tel: 011-2580609, 011-2502944
- [Higher Diploma in Pali](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/higher-diploma-in-pali/): Higher Diploma in Pali Eligibility Requirements Should have been passed G.C.E. (Ordinary Level) examination or Pirivena Final examination at least with six subjects Or Should have been passed the Dharmacarya examination Or Should have been passed G.C.E. (Advanced Level) examination in any stream of subjects. Or Should have been passed G.C.E. (Advanced Level) examination in any stream of subjects. Medium of Study Sinhala / English Course Duration One (1) Year Fees Rs. 31,000/- Course Contents Add Your Heading Text Here Academic Staff Add Your Text Here Course Coordinator Add Your Text Here Further details: Tel: 011-2580609, 011-2502944
- [Higher Diploma in Buddhism](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/higher-diploma-in-buddhism/): Higher Diploma in Buddhism Eligibility Requirements Should have been passed G.C.E. (Ordinary Level) examination or Pirivena Final examination at least with six subjects Or Should have been passed the Dharmacarya examination Or Should have been passed G.C.E. (Advanced Level) examination in any stream of subjects. Or Should have been passed G.C.E. (Advanced Level) examination in any stream of subjects. Medium of Study Sinhala / English Course Duration One (1) Year Fees Rs. 31,000/- Course Contents Add Your Heading Text Here Academic Staff Add Your Text Here Course Coordinator Add Your Text Here Further details: Tel: 011-2580609, 011-2502944
- [Diploma in Buddhist Counselling](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/diploma-buddhist-counselling/): Diploma in Buddhist Counselling Eligibility Requirements Should have been passed G.C.E. (Ordinary Level) examination or Pirivena Final examination at least with six subjects Or Should have been passed the Dharmacarya examination Or Should have been passed G.C.E. (Advanced Level) examination in any stream of subjects. Or Should have been passed G.C.E. (Advanced Level) examination in any stream of subjects. Medium of Study Sinhala / English Course Duration One (1) Year Fees Rs. 31,000/- Course Contents Add Your Heading Text Here Add Your Heading Text Here Add Your Heading Text Here Further details: Tel: 011-2580609, 011-2502944
- [Diploma in Pali](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/diploma-in-pali/): Diploma in Pali Eligibility Requirements Should have been passed G.C.E. (Ordinary Level) examination or Pirivena Final examination at least with six subjects Or Should have been passed the Dharmacarya examination Or Should have been passed G.C.E. (Advanced Level) examination in any stream of subjects. Or Should have been passed G.C.E. (Advanced Level) examination in any stream of subjects. Medium of Study Sinhala / English Course Duration One (1) Year Fees Rs. 31,000/- Course Contents Add Your Heading Text Here Add Your Heading Text Here Add Your Heading Text Here Further details: Tel: 011-2580609, 011-2502944
- [Diploma in Tamil](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/diploma-in-tamil/): Diploma in Tamil Eligibility Requirements Should have passed the G.C.E. (O/L) examination with Tamil language and should have passed the placement test conducted by the university obtaining 70% of marks or above. Or Should have passed the Advanced Certificate Course in Tamil language conducted by this university. Medium of Study Tamil / Sinhala / English Course Duration One (1) Year Fees Rs. 31,000/- Course Contents Add Your Heading Text Here Academic Staff Visiting Lecture Mr . K.U.Lakshnam Kumar Visiting Lecturer Mrs. Navarathnam Tharshinie Rathan Visiting Lecturer Mr. W.K. Nipuna Sehan Kodithuwakku Course Coordinator Senior Lecturer Dr Ms. Nimali Priyangika Further […]
- [Bachelor of Arts External Degree](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/bachelor-of-arts-external-degree/): Bachelor of Arts External Degree Eligibility Requirements For Local Students Should have passed Prachina Prarambha Or Should have passed three subjects at the Advanced Level examination in any subject stream and obtained a minimum of 30 marks in the Common General Test. (Passing the Advanced Level examination with a Buddhist subject, or with one of the subjects such as Pali, Sanskrit, Sinhala, or History, will be considered a special qualification.) Or Should have obtained a degree from a recognized university (local or international) or possess any other qualification accepted by the senate of this university as equivalent to the above. […]
- [Diploma in English](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/diploma-in-english/): Diploma in English Eligibility Requirements Applicants must have successfully completed the Advanced Certificate Course in English Language conducted by this university. Or Applicants must have passed the G.C.E. (A/L) examination or an equivalent qualification and the placement test conducted by the university. Or A foundation course equivalent to SLQF level 2 after a minimum of 12 years of schooling followed by passing an aptitude test. Medium of Study English Course Duration One (1) Year Fees 32,500/- Course Contents Add Your Heading Text Here Academic Staff Senior Lecturer Mr. M.H.P.K. Gunasena Senior Lecturer Dr. Ms. K.G. Kumarage Visiting Lecturer Ven. Walasmulle […]
- [Diploma in Sanskrit](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/diploma-in-sanskrit/): Diploma in Sanskrit Eligibility Requirements Should have been passed G.C.E. (Ordinary Level) examination or Pirivena Final examination at least with six subjects Or Should have been passed the Dharmacarya examination Or Should have been passed G.C.E. (Advanced Level) examination in any stream of subjects. Or Should have been passed G.C.E. (Advanced Level) examination in any stream of subjects. Medium of Study Sinhala / English Course Duration One (1) Year Fees Rs. 31,000/- Course Contents Add Your Heading Text Here Add Your Heading Text Here Add Your Heading Text Here Further details: Tel: 011-2580609, 011-2502944
- [Diploma in Buddhism](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/diploma-in-buddhism/): Diploma in Buddhism Eligibility Requirements Should have been passed G.C.E. (Ordinary Level) examination or Pirivena Final examination at least with six subjects Or Should have been passed the Dharmacarya examination Or Should have been passed G.C.E. (Advanced Level) examination in any stream of subjects. Or Should have been passed G.C.E. (Advanced Level) examination in any stream of subjects. Medium of Study Sinhala / English Course Duration One (1) Year Fees Rs. 31,000/- Course Contents Add Your Heading Text Here Add Your Heading Text Here Add Your Heading Text Here Further details: Tel: 011-2580609, 011-2502944
- [BPUSL UNDERGRADUATE SYMPOSIUM IN ARCHAEOLOGY - 2025](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/bpusl-undergraduate-symposium-in-archaeology-2025/): BPUSL UNDERGRADUATE SYMPOSIUM IN ARCHAEOLOGY- 2025 About Conference “The BPUSL Undergraduate Symposium in Archaeology – 2025, organized by the Department of Archaeology of the Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka, will be held on October 29, 2026, at the university premises.” Conference Tracks ආරාමික පුරාවිද්‍යාව (Monastic Archaeology) අභිලේඛන හා නාණකවිද්‍යාව (Epigraphy and Numesmatics) ජනශ්‍රැතික පුරාවිද්‍යාව (Folklore Archaeology) අට්ඨකථා පුරාවිද්‍යාව (Commentary Archaeology) ක්‍ෂේත්‍ර පුරාවිද්‍යාව (Field Archaeology) පුස්කොළ ලේඛන සම්ප්‍රදාය (Ola Leaf Tradition) කලා හා ශිල්ප (Art & Craft) මානවවංශ පුරාවිද්‍යාව (Ethnoarchaeology) සංස්කෘතික සංචරණය හා මහජන පුරාවිද්‍යාව (Culture Tourism & Public Archeology) කෞතුකාගාරවිද්‍යාව (Museology) උරුම කළමනාකරණය (Heritage Management) අංකිත පුරාවිද්‍යාව (Digital […]
- [Student Welfare](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/student-welfare/): Student Welfare Ven. Shi Guanguan Student Welfare Fund Objectives 1. Providing financial assistance to an internal student bhikkhu or to a lay student of the University on health reasons. 2. Providing financial assistance in the death of an internal student bhikkhu or a lay student of the University. 3. Providing financial assistance to students, who obtain foreign scholarships during his/ her internal studentship. 4. Providing financial assistance for the presentation of research papers in a local university. 5. Providing financial assistance for an academic journal prepared by the Students’ Union of the University. Composition It was proposed to deposit the […]
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- [Admissions for Undergraduate Studies](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/admissions-undergraduate-studies/): Admissions for Undergraduate Studies Undergraduate Studies  විශ්වවිද්‍යාලය ප්‍රවේශය – (දේශීය අභ්‍යන්තර සිසුන් සඳහා) 2025/ 2026 අධ්‍යයන වර්ෂය සාමාන්‍ය ප්‍රවේශය ශ්‍රී ලංකා බෞද්ධ හා පාලි විශ්වවිද්‍යාලයේ ශාස්ත්‍රවේදී (අභ්‍යන්තර) උපාධි පාඨමාලාව හැදෑරීම සඳහා 2021, 2022, 2023 හා 2024 වර්ෂවල පැවති අ.පො.ස. (උ.පෙළ) විභාගයට පෙනී සිටි හෝ ප්‍රාචීන මධ්‍යම විභාගයට පෙනී සිටි පහත සඳහන් සුදුසුකම් ලබා ගත් වයස අවුරුදු 28ට අඩු ශිෂ්‍ය භික්ෂූන් වහන්සේලාගෙන් සහ ගිහි පිරිමි සිසුන්ගෙන් 2025.08.08 දින දක්වා අයදුම්පත් කැඳවනු ලැබේ. බඳවා ගන්නා ආකාරය: 2021, 2022, 2023 හා 2024 වර්ෂවල අ.පො.ස. (උ.පෙළ) විභාගයේ දී ලබා ගත් Z ලකුණුවල (Z Score) ප්‍රමුඛතාව සහ ප්‍රාචීන මධ්‍යම විභාගයේ ප්‍රතිඵල මත සම්මුඛ පරීක්‍ෂණයට ලක් කොට […]
- [Registration](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/registration/): Registration Registration for Degrees  The following courses are conducted by this University for awarding Degrees.  The students selected for higher education based on the results of the G.C.E. (Advanced Level) Examination will be registered for the First Examination in Arts.  Subsequently, they are admitted to either for B.A. (General) or B.A. (Special) Degree courses.  All expenses for conducting these courses together with other related expenditure will be borne by the Government under its free education policy. The Internal Degree Courses being conducted by the University and their Duration; First Degree Courses Bachelor of Arts (General) Degree Programme: 03 Years Bachelor […]
- [Courses](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/courses-for-registration/): Courses Subjects to be selected for First Examination of the Bachelor of Arts Degree Compulsory Subjects 1.  Pali Language and Literature  and   2. Buddhist Philosophy or Buddhist Culture  Out of the followings, only three subjects should be selected i. Religious Studies and Comparative Philosophy/ Community Leadership  ii. Archaeology/ Buddhist Psychology and Counseling iii. Sanskrit iv. Sinhala v. English vi. Japanese/ French/ Chinese/ Korean/ Hindi/ Tamil Five subjects including Pali and Buddhist Philosophy or Buddhist Culture should be selected for Fist Year.  Except for those five subjects, all students are compulsory to study below two subject units. Certificate Course in […]
- [Minimum Requirements for the Admission of BA Degree](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/minimum-requirements-for-the-admission-of-ba-degree/): Minimum Requirements for the Admission of BA Degree Admissions can be obtained those who are less than 28 years of Buddhist Monks and Lay, male students, those who passed G.C.E (Advanced Level) Examination and Pracheena Madyama Examination in the requested year. Enrollment is done based on the results of the interview, Z- Score marks and results of Pracheena Madyama Examination. The applicant must pass three subjects in G.C.E (Advanced Level) Examination in the requested year with Buddhist related Subjects (Buddhist Civilization/ Buddhism) and Pali Language with more than 30% marks for General Knowledge Paper. Or The applicant must pass three […]
- [Research Council](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/research-council/): Research Council Introduction The aim of the Research Council is to promote a virtuous research culture and excellence in research in the Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka. The activities of the Research Council are aimed at encouraging the staff at various stages of their career and disseminating research findings both locally and globally while attaining the overall objectives of the University. The Research Council is also the policy-making and supervisory body for all kinds of research work at the University at various levels. Message from the Chairman Dr. Upul Priyantha Gamage Chairman The Research Council of the Buddhist […]
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- [BPU Today](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/news/): News Top News​ January 17, 2026 ICPIR 2025 – International Conference on Postgraduate Interdisciplinary Research Read More December 22, 2025 Assumption of Duties as Dean of the Faculty of Language Studies Read More December 22, 2025 Assumption of Duties as the Head of the Department of Department of Language Skills Development Read More December 22, 2025 Assumption of Duties as the Head of the Department of Pali Read More December 22, 2025 Assumption of Duties as the Head of the Department of English Language Teaching Read More December 16, 2025 සෙනෙහසේ අත්වැල – 2025 Read More Faculty of Buddhist Studies […]
- [Faculty Board - Buddhist Studies](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/faculty-board-buddhist-studies/): Faculty Board – Buddhist Studies Introduction to the Faculty Board – Buddhist Studies The Faculty of Buddhist Studies plays a central role in the academic and spiritual mission of the Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka. As a leading faculty within the university, it is dedicated to advancing the study of Buddhism and related disciplines that are essential for the understanding and dissemination of the Buddha’s Dhamma, both within Sri Lanka and internationally. The faculty consists of Four departments; Buddhist Philosophy, Buddhist Culture, Religious Studies and Comparative Philosophy and Archeology each offering a range of academic programmes including internal […]
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- [Elementor #13092](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/elementor-13092/): Advanced Heading SUB HEADING HERE I am Advanced Heading English Immersion Camp 2025 May 27, 2025 Language Studies English Immersion Camp 2025 The Department of English successfully conducted the English Immersion Camp 2025 Read More 2025 අධ්‍යයන වර්ෂයට අදාළ ව පාලි අධ්‍යයනාංශය මඟින් සිදු කළ කුශලතා ඇගයීම් වැඩසටහන​ May 26, 2025 Buddhist Studies 2025 අධ්‍යයන වර්ෂයට අදාළ ව පාලි අධ්‍යයනාංශය මඟින් සිදු කළ කුශලතා ඇගයීම් වැඩසටහන 2025 අධ්‍යයන Read More Elementor #12536 May 14, 2025 Uncategorized Please, select menu. Admission Admission Requirements Admission Process Courses Registration Process Applications Read More
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- [Important Contacts](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/important-contacts/): Important Contacts Address: The Buddhist and Pali University of Sri LankaGurulugomi Mawatha,Pitipana North,Homagama,10206,Sri Lanka. Hotline –  +94-11-2857786Telephone –  +94-11-2891731                     +94-11-2857787                     +94 -11-2895360Fax –  +94-11-2892333Email –  mail@alpha.bpu.ac.lkWebs –   www.alpha.bpu.ac.lkWorking Hours – 8.30 a.m to 4.15 p.m from Monday to Friday except public holiday Branches and External Offices – Post Graduate and External Examination Branch                                                    +94-11-2504902, […]
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- [Key Statistics](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/key-statistics/): University Statistics – Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka Institutional Data Overview University Statistics at a Glance A snapshot of our vibrant academic community. 150+ Academic Staff 3,500+ Total Students 50+ International Students 800+ Annual Degrees Awarded Staff & Faculty Academic staff152 Academic staff of international/overseas origin0 Research staff45 Student Demographics Total Students3,521 International/overseas origin53 Bachelors students2,890 Masters students480 Doctorate students151 Exchange students going abroad12 Degrees Awarded (Annually) Undergraduate Degrees awarded715 Doctorates awarded42 Research Doctorates awarded35 Professional Doctorates awarded7 © 2024 Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka. All rights reserved. Note: […]
- [Rankings](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/rankings/): University Rankings University Rankings Focus on Buddhist & Sri Lankan Higher Education uniRank Spotlight: Top Buddhist Universities 2025 Highlighting the position of the Buddhist & Pali University of Sri Lanka in the global ranking of Buddhist universities. World Rank (Buddhist Universities) 60 Webometrics Ranking Spotlight: July 2024 A special mention for the Buddhist & Pali University of Sri Lanka’s performance in the Webometrics ranking. SL Rank 36 World Rank 18924 Impact Rank 17847 Openness Rank 8890 Excellence Rank 7505 AD Scientific Index Spotlight Evaluating scientific performance and researcher productivity. World Ranking #13,011 of 24,507 Asia Ranking #5,354 of 11,804 Sri […]
- [Faculty Board – Language Studies](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/faculty-board-language-studies/): Faculty Board – Language Studies Introduction to the Faculty Board – Language Studies The Faculty of Language Studies plays a central role in the academic and spiritual mission of the Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka. As a leading faculty within the university, it is dedicated to advancing the study of languages that are essential for the understanding and dissemination of the Buddha’s Dhamma, both within Sri Lanka and internationally. The faculty consists of six departments; Pali, Sinhala, Sanskrit, English, Language Skills Development, and English Language Teaching each offering a range of academic programmes including internal and external undergraduate […]
- [The Senate](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/the-senate/): University Senate About University Senate The Senate is the academic governing body of the University. The Venerable Vice Chancellor serves both as a member and the Chairman of the Senate. Its membership includes all Deans, Heads of Departments, Professors, faculty representatives, and five members appointed by the Council from other state universities. The Senate comprises 33 members. Members of the Senate 01. Mahopadhyaya: Ven. Chair Professor Homagama Dhammananda Nayaka Thero 02. Deans: Dean of the Faculty of Buddhist Studies – Ven. Senior Lecturer  Baragama Sadhananda Thero Dean of the Faculty of Languages  – Ven. Prof. Ven. Gonadeniye Pannarathana Thero Dean […]
- [The Council](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/the-council/): University Council About Council The Council of the University serves as both the executive and administrative authority of the institution. The Venerable Vice Chancellor holds a dual role, serving as a member of the Council as well as its Chairman. The Council is composed of all Faculty Deans, representatives from the Senate, Secretaries from the Ministries responsible for Ministry of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs, Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education, ministerial nominees, and members appointed by the Hon. Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education. At present, the Council of our University comprises 19 members, with the majority being venerable members […]
- [Officers](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/officers/): Offices Ven. Chair Professor Homagama Dhammananda Nayaka Thero Vice Chancellor Ven. Senior Lecturer Baragama Saddhananda Thero Dean – Faculty of Buddhist Studies Ven. Prof. Gonadeniye Pannarathana Thero Dean – Faculty of Language Studies Ven. Prof. Moragollagama Uparathana Thero Dean – Faculty of Graduate Studies Ven. Prof. Wawwe Dhammarakkhitha Thero Director – Center for Quality Assurance Manjula. N. Thalgahagoda Registrar Dr. W.W.K. Lalith Librarian Mr. M.A.V.S. Gunawardhana Bursar
- [Deans of Faculties](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/deans-of-faculties/): Deans of the Faculties Ven. Senior Lecturer Baragama Saddhananda Thero Dean – Faculty of Buddhist Studies Ven. Prof. Gonadeniye Pannarathana Thero Dean – Faculty of Language Studies Ven. Prof. Moragollagama Uparathana Thero Dean – Faculty of Graduate Studies
- [Ven Vice Chancellor](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/ven-vice-chancellor/): Ven Vice Chancellor Ven. Chair Professor Homagama Dhammananda Nayaka Thero Vice Chancellor – Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka Message of the Vice Chancellor It is with great honor and profound responsibility that I assume the role of Vice Chancellor of the Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka. This esteemed institution, with its rich history and deep commitment to the study of Buddhist philosophy, Pali, and related disciplines, stands as a beacon of wisdom and spiritual growth in Sri Lanka and the world. The Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka is established in terms of the Act […]
- [Ven Chancellor](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/ven-chancellor/): Ven Chancellor Most Venerable Karagoda Uyangoda Maithri Murthy Thero The Mahanayaka Thero of the Sri Lanka Amarapura Maha Nikaya. The institution follows traditional Buddhist titles, with ‘Mahāmahōpādhyāya’ serving as the equivalent of Chancellor. As stipulated in the Act of Venerable Walpola Rahula Thero, the Mahāmahōpādhyāya’ title rotates every two years among the Mahanayaka Theros of the Tri-Nikāya. The first Mahāmahōpādhyāya title was granted to the Mahā Nāyaka of the Malwathu Chapter, The Chancellor is the Chief of the University and he chairs the convocation ceremony of the University. The present Chancellor of the University is Most Venerable Karagoda Uyangoda Maithri […]
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- [Former Vice Chancellors](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/former-vice-chancellors/): Former Vice Chancellors Venerable Dr. Kakkapalliye Anuruddha Thero 1982 – 1985 1982 – 1985 1988 – 1994 Venerable Prof. Kamburugamuwe Vajira Thero 1988 – 1994 Venerable Dr. Akuretiye Nanda Thero 1994 – 1996 1994 – 1996 1996 Venerable Dr. Kakkapalliye Anuruddha Thero 1996 (Properly Authorized Position) Venerable Dr. Horana Vajiragnana Thero 1997 (Properly Authorized Position) 1997 1998 – 1999 Venerable Dr. Meegoda Pagngnaloka Thero 1998 – 1999 (Acting Vice Chancellor) Professor Mr. P. Wilson 1999 (Properly Authorized Position) 1999 1999 – 2005 Venerable Prof. Thumbulle Seelakkhandha Thero 1999 – 2005 Venerable Prof. Wegama Piyarathana Thero 2005 – 2008 2005 – […]
- [Former Chancellors](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/former-chancellors/): Former Chancellors of The Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka Most Venerable Agga Maha Pandita Davuldena Sri Gnanissara Thero 2010.01.16 – 2012.01.15 Mahanayaka of the Amarapura Maha Sangha Sabha 2010.01.16 – 2012.01.15 2012.01.16 – 2012.08.30 Most Venerable Wewaldeniye Medhalankara Thero 2012.01.16 – 2012.08.30 Mahanayaka of the Ramanna Nikaya Most Venerable Agga Maha Pandita Napana Pemasiri Thero 2013.03.21 – 2014.01.15 Mahanayaka of the Ramanna Nikaya 2013.03.21 – 2014.01.15 2014.01.16 – 2016.01.15 Most Venerable Thibbatuwawe Sri Siddhartha Sumangala Mahanayaka Thero 2014.01.16 – 2016.01.15 Mahanayaka of the Malwatta Chapter of Siyam Nikaya Most Venerable Galagama Sri Aththadassi Thero 2016.01.16 – 2016.03.09 Mahanayaka […]
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- [History](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/history/): History of the University In 1956, the Vidyodaya Pirivena and Vidyalankara Pirivena were transformed into universities, and later renamed the University of Sri Jayewardenepura and the University of Kelaniya. As a result, Buddhist monks at the time advised the government on the necessity of a separate university for monks to preserve the Buddhist order. In 1980, during the tenure of President J.R. Jayewardene and Prime Minister Ranasinghe Premadasa, the Maha Sangha formulated a plan to establish a Buddhist University and submitted it to the government. The President and Prime Minister invited Venerable Walpola Rahula Thero, renowned for his extensive experience […]
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- [Internal Audit Division](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/internal-audit-division-2/)
- [Internal Examination Division](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/internal-examination-division-2/)
- [Finance Division](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/finance-division-2/)
- [General Administration Division](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/general-administration-division-2/)
- [Registrar's Office](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/registrars-office-2/)
- [Vice Chancellor's Office](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/vice-chancellors-office-2/)
- [Maintenance Division](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/maintenance-division/): Maintenance Division Introduction Maintenance Division The maintenance division is responsible for maintaining and repairing all physical resources of the university and keeping the surrounding environment clean and beautiful. In addition to that supervision and reporting of all construction activities of the university. Functioning as the backbone of the university’s physical infrastructure, this division is fundamentally responsible for ensuring the smooth, safe & efficient functioning of the entire university environment. Working closely with other administrative departments the maintenance branch plays an indispensable role in supporting the university’s primary mission of providing high-quality education & research in Buddhist Studies, Pali Language & […]
- [Internal Audit Division](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/internal-audit-division/): Internal Audit Division Introduction Internal Audit Division The Internal Audit Division of the Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka functions under the Assistant Internal Auditor, who reports directly to and is responsible to the Vice-Chancellor of the university. Internal Audit Division is carried out independent appraisal functions to examine and evaluate university activities as a service to university management. The Internal Audit Division will report on the adequacy of internal controls, the accuracy and propriety of transactions, the extent to which assets are accounted for and safeguarded and the level of compliance with institutional policies and government laws and […]
- [Internal Examination Division](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/internal-examination-division/): Internal Examination Branch Introduction to the Division – Internal Examination Branch Internal Examination Division is responsible for conducting of examinations of the University.  The following services are provided by this Division which is functioning under the Assistant Registrar (Internal Examinations). Calling applications for Semester Examinations Conduct Semester Examination and issue results of examination Issue examination certificates Charge of fees for repeating examinations and parts of degree courses Activities related to the grant of scholarships & awards Conduct the Convocations Vision and Mission Vision “To be the Foremost and the best Buddhist University in the world.” Mission “To endow unto the […]
- [Finance Division](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/finance-division/): Finance Division Introduction Finance Division The Finance Division of the Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka plays a crucial role in ensuring the effective financial management and long-term sustainability of the University. As the central body responsible for all financial operations, the Division oversees key functions such as budgeting, accounting, financial planning, investment management, procurement, and the efficient allocation of resources to support both academic and administrative activities. Dedicated to upholding principles of transparency and accountability, the Finance Division manages the collection of fees, disbursement of funds, preparation of financial reports, and ensures compliance with government regulations and University […]
- [Academic & Student Service Division](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/academic-student-service-division/): Academic and Student Service Division Introduction to the Division The Academic and Student Services Division performs duties related to the admission of students, student hostel facilities, maintaining of the canteen, mahapola scholarship, bursary, other scholarships, season tickets, students’ union, subject associations, student council elections, and all the other activities related to the welfare of students. Services University admission and registration. Student council matters and organizing council elections. Bursary and Mahapola Scholarships, activities related to the granting of scholarships by the University Grants Commission. Provision of facilities to hostels. Administration and maintenance of hostels and canteens. Students’ welfare activities Prepare Students […]
- [General Administration Division](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/general-administration-division/): Administration Branch Administration Branch The Administration Branch of the university serves as a central pillar in managing and coordinating both academic and non-academic administrative functions. It is responsible for strategic planning, including the preparation of corporate and action plans aligned with the university’s long-term goals. The branch plays a key role in the establishment and management of human resources, covering both academic and non-academic staff appointments, transfers, promotions, and leave administration. Additionally, it oversees critical support services such as: Construction and infrastructure management – planning, supervising, and monitoring new construction, renovations, and facility improvements. Training and capacity building – organizing […]
- [Registrar's Office](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/registrars-office/): Registrar’s Office Mr. Manjula. N. Thalgahagoda Designation: Registrar Official Telephone: +9411 2891 105, Ext: 1107 Fax: +9411 2891 105 Personal Telephone: +9471 816 5646 Email Address: registrar@alpha.bpu.ac.lk Non – Academic Mrs. W.M.I. Madushika Wijesooriya Senior Staff Management Assistant ☏ 1104 ✉ : registrar.ps@alpha.bpu.ac.lk Mr. Dhanushka Gorakapitiya Works Aid (Grade III) Contact Details   Department Email registrar@alpha.bpu.ac.lk
- [Vice Chancellor's Office](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/vice-chancellors-office/): Vice Chancellor’s Office Venerable Vice Chancellor Ven. Chair Professor Homagama Dhammananda Nayaka Thero Vice Chancellor B.A. (Hons) in Philosophy, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka. M.A.in Philosophy, University of Delhi India. M.Phil. in Buddhist Philosophy, University of Sri Jayavardenapura, Sri Lanka. Ph.D. in Philosophy, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka. Dip in Edu, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka. Designation: Vice Chancellor ☏ +9411 2857 785 Ext: 1101 ✆ +9471 442 9055 ✉ vc@alpha.bpu.ac.lk / hdnanda@alpha.bpu.ac.lk Non – Academic Staff Mr. G.M. Nuwan Gajasinghe Assistant Registrar ☏ 1123 Ms. D.T.U. Ranasinghe Management Assistant (Grade I) ☏ 1103 Mr. E.M.M.B. Edirisinghe Works Aid (Grade […]
- [Doctor of Philosophy](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/doctor-of-philosophy/): Doctor of Philosophy Doctor of Philosophy PhD in Buddhist Philosophy Click Here PhD in Buddhist Culture Click Here PhD in Buddhist Civilization Click Here PhD in Buddhist Studies Click Here PhD in Sinhala Click Here PhD in Pali Click Here PhD in Sanskrit Click Here PhD in Buddhist Philosophy Click Here PhD in Archaeology Click Here PhD in Religious Studies and Comparative Philosophy Click Here PhD in English Click Here
- [Master of Philosophy](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/master-of-philosophy/): Master of Philosophy Master of Philosophy MPhil in Buddhist Philosophy Click Here MPhil in Buddhist Culture Click Here MPhil in Buddhist Civilization Click Here MPhil in Buddhist Studies Click Here MPhil in Sinhala Click Here MPhil in Pali Click Here MPhil in Sanskrit Click Here MPhil in Buddhist Philosophy Click Here MPhil in Archaeology Click Here MPhil in Religious Studies and Comparative Philosophy Click Here MPhil in English Click Here
- [Master Programs](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/master-programs/): Master Programs Master of Arts Degree Course (01 year) (M.A.) (SLQF 09 – 30 Credits) MA in Buddhist Studies Click Here MA in Sinhala Click Here MA in Pali Click Here MA in Sanskrit Click Here MA in English Click Here Master of Arts Degree Course (With Research Component) (02 years) (M.A.) (SLQF 10 – 60 Credits) MA in Buddhist Studies Click Here MA in Sinhala Click Here MA in Pali Click Here MA in Sanskrit Click Here MA in English Click Here
- [Undergraduate Programs](https://alpha.bpu.ac.lk/undergraduate-programs/): Undergraduate Programs Undergraduate Programs Bachelor of Arts General (External) Degree Programme


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