Categories
MPhil / PhDMaster of Philosophy / Doctor of Philosophy (MPhil/PhD)
පුස්තකාල සහ තොරතුරු විද්යාව - දර්ශනපති / දර්ශන විශාරද
OVERVIEW
The Master of Philosophy / Doctor of Philosophy (MPhil/PhD) programme offered by the National Institute of Library and Information Science (NILIS), University of Colombo, is a research-based postgraduate programme in Library and Information Sciences. It aims to develop advanced research capabilities, analytical thinking, and academic expertise through independent research under the guidance of an expert supervisor. Candidates initially register for the MPhil programme, with the opportunity to upgrade to PhD level based on their research progress and submission of a substantial thesis. The programme duration is two to three years, and the medium of instruction is English.
Duration
- Two to Three Years
Entry Requirements :
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A Master’s Degree in a relevant field of study with a substantial research component from a recognized university.
- A four-year Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field of study with a First Class or Second Class (Honours) from a recognized university.
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A Bachelor’s Degree and a Postgraduate Diploma / Degree in a relevant field from a recognized university, along with a minimum of three years of full-time work experience in a recognized Library or Information Centre acceptable to the Higher Degrees Committee (HDC).
Additional Requirement:
- A good working knowledge of English is required.
