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Bachelor of Arts Degree (Internal)

Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka · Colombo

Overview

Internal BA conducted at the Homagama campus for Buddhist monks and lay male students under 28 who pass G.C.E. A/L (or Pracheena Madyama). First year comprises five subjects including compulsory Pali Language and Literature plus Buddhist Philosophy or Buddhist Culture, with electives such as Sanskrit, Sinhala, English, Archaeology and foreign languages.

Key facts

Total fee
State-subsidised
Duration
Intake
Jan, Jun
Study mode
Full-time
Medium
Sinhala / English
Award
Local award
UGC
Not verified
Location
Homagama, Colombo

Entry requirements

Minimum three passes at G.C.E. A/L in one sitting (or equivalent). Stream and grade requirements vary by programme — confirm with the institute.

Highlights

  • Selection by A/L Z-score and interview
  • Compulsory Pali and Buddhist Philosophy/Buddhist Culture
  • Electives include Japanese, French, Chinese, Korean, Hindi, Tamil
  • Sinhala and English media offered
  • Sanskrit Special Intake for A/L Sanskrit passes

About this qualification

A bachelor’s degree, usually 3–4 years. Foreign-awarded degrees carry the awarding university’s accreditation; Sri Lankan degrees from non-state institutes require UGC approval per degree.

About the institute

State university for Buddhist and Pali studies.

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