POSTGRADUATE
INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE (PGIS)
UNIVERSITY OF PERADENIYA
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| M.Sc.
PROGRAMMES 2009/2010
Call for Applications
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M.Sc. STUDENTS AT THE PGIS.....
(a) learn from a distinguished panel of teachers drawn
from eight Faculties of the University of Peradeniya
and from other universities and institutes.
(b) get hands-on experience in practical/laboratory
training required for industrially oriented
jobs, research and development, teaching and higher
research degrees locally and internationally.
(c) perform a research project and obtain
experience in applying scientific method
to solve problems in local/global context.
(d) improve their career prospects by obtaining a
postgraduate degree from the University of Peradeniya.
(e) may get an opportunity to upgrade to an M.Phil./Ph.D.
research degree programme at the PGIS or join a prestigious
foreign university for a Ph.D. programme.
These
M.Sc. programmes are of 18 months duration and consist
of taught courses (2 semesters) and a 6 month
research project, which is generally industry/job
oriented. Postgraduate diploma programmes
are of 12 months duration and consist of only taught
courses. Most programmes are conducted generally during
week-ends. A limited number of scholarships
will be available based on Semester-I performance.
ADMISSION
REQUIREMENTS:
A Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Engineering,
Agriculture, Medicine or any other equivalent qualification
from a recognized university, acceptable to the PGIS.
Those who are awaiting results of their final
degree examinations may also apply.
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| M.Sc.
PROGRAMMES SCHEDULED TO COMMENCE IN OCTOBER 2009:
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The deadline for the receipt of completed
application forms for the programmes listed below
is 22nd August 2009. The programme
fee can be paid in full or in two
installments: 50% during registration and
50% at the beginning of the second semester.
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| M.Sc.
in Clinical Biochemistry |
This
M.Sc. programme focusses on developing Clinical Biochemists
with evaluative, innovative, and creative capabilities.
After successful completion of this programme, the
students should be able to demonstrate a good working
knowledge in Clinical Biochemistry, show the highest
level of competency in analytical techniques, methodology,
upkeep and use of instruments, update Clinical Laboratory
Technology, function in an administrative, supervisory
and advisory capacity and work as team members with
medical and paramedical personnel to deliver better
healthcare. (Programme Fee - Rs. 170,000/-).
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| M.Sc.
in Experimental Biotechnology |
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M.Sc. programme provides advanced knowledge and training
in Biotechnology that could be applied in the fields
of medicine, agriculture, environment, pharmaceuticals,
and biomedical research and industry. The main emphasis
of this uniquely designed programme is to impart a
sound knowledge in hands-on skills in the
experimental aspects of Biotechnology. The
high programme fee reflects the high cost of chemicals
used. (Programme Fee - Rs. 220,000/-).
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| M.Sc.
in Gemmology and Industrial Minerals |
This
M.Sc. programme trains professionals in the exploitation
and processing of precious materials and industrial
minerals in Sri Lanka through selection, design, recognition,
technical analysis and acquisition. The programme
provides an advanced knowledge in the natural processes
pertaining to the formation of gems or minerals/precious
stones/ semiprecious stones and quantification of
mineral resources. (Programme Fee - Rs. 80,000/-).
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| M.Sc.
in GIS and Remote Sensing |
This
M.Sc. programme is uniquely designed to train students
from a range of disciplines such as physical science,
engineering, biological science and agriculture. The
programme also caters for those who are in employment
in public and private sector institutions and is designed
to produce high quality graduates who have an all-round
knowledge of GIS and Remote Sensing, including the
fundamental principles, the current technological
developments and the applications to local, regional
and global problems. Visiting experts from ITC (The
Netherlands) and ADPC (Thailand) also conduct several
course modules. Training will be provided at the dedicated
GIS and RS Laboratory of the PGIS equipped with 50
computers and GIS software. (Programme Fee - Rs. 100,000/-).
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| M.Sc.
in Industrial Mathematics |
This
M.Sc. programme deals with developing Mathematical
models, finding solutions and interpreting the results
of problems that come up in industry. The programme
in designed to provide graduates with an adequate
knowledge in Mathematics, Statistics, Operations Research
and Scientific Computing and to provide opportunities
for research in applications of Mathematics to existing
problems in industry. (Programme Fee - Rs. 60,000/-).
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| M.Sc.
in Science Education |
The
M.Sc. programme in Science Education is a full-time
programme. It is designed especially for science teachers
and educationists and for those who could contribute
to the development of science education in Sri Lanka.
The programme consists of a professional general component
of Science Education, and a special component from
one of the four subject areas: Biology Education,
Chemistry Education, Mathematics Education and Physics
Education. In addition, practicals, a research project
and a seminar in the special component are also included
in the programme. State-of-the-art activity-based
and interactive methods of teaching forms a significant
part of training. (Programme Fee - Rs. 60,000/-).
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| Postgraduate
Diploma in IT |
This
Diploma programme covers essential areas of Information
Technology needed in particular by educators and web-designers.
(Programme Fee - Rs. 70,000/-).
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| Postgraduate
Diploma in Science Education |
This
Diploma programme is designed especially for science
graduates who are planning to become teachers and
for science teachers who are already employed in government
and private schools. The postgraduate Diploma in Science
Education is considered by the Ministry of Education
for promotions in the teacher?s service. (Programme
Fee - Rs. 50,000/-).
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| M.Sc.
PROGRAMMES SCHEDULED TO COMMENCE IN
MARCH 2010:
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The deadline for the receipt of completed application
forms for the M.Sc. degree programmes listed below
is 9th January 2010.
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| This
M.Sc programme is designed to train analytical chemists
who could contribute in many diverse areas such as
Food and Beverage Industry, Pharmaceutical Industry,
Healthcare, Environmental Control, Agriculture, etc.
covering quality control, research and development
work and manufacturing processes in industry, university
and other research laboratories. (Programme Fee -
Rs. 100,000/-).
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This
M.Sc. programme provides an adequate coverage of basic
statistical theory, applications in design of experiments
and surveys, data analysis and methods of presentation
and interpretation of results. At the completion of
the programme the candidate will be able to fit in
as an applied statistician in a research institute,
planning institute or other state or private sector
institute. (Programme Fee - Rs. 60,000/-).
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This
M.Sc. programme deals with biodiversity and other
natural resources, cultural heritage, local produce
and traditional professions of Sri Lanka that interest
an ecotourist. It would also show the importance of
environment conservation and management in protecting
biodiversity, natural resources and cultural heritage,
which would in turn greatly benefit the ecotourism
industry. (Programme Fee - Rs. 80,000/-).
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M.Sc. programme provides computer science/non-computer
science graduates an advanced knowledge and training
in information technology. At the completion of the
programme, the candidate is qualified to seek a career
in any computerized enterprise or a research or educational
institute or to pursue higher studies. (Programme
Fee-Rs. 110,000/-).
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Conducted
jointly with the Faculty of Engineering, University
of Peradeniya.
This M.Sc. Programme gives a rare opportunity for
graduates with different backgrounds to gain a focused
understanding of disaster management and mitigation.
The programme has, as its long term objective, the
sustainable training of well accomplished professionals
who would be available to carry out a range of activities
related to hazard, vulnerability, risk analysis and
mitigation. Their skills achieved in participatory
risk assessment techniques, forecasting methods, environmental
management and GIS applications should indeed satisfy
the aspirations of Sri Lanka?s Disaster Management
efforts. Visiting experts from ITC (The Netherlands),
Asian Disaster Preparedness Centre - ADPC (Thailand),
SCRIPP?s Institute of Oceanography (USA), and other
foreign countries also conduct several course modules
and laboratory sessions. Possibility of overseas training
exist for deserving students. (Programme Fee - Rs.
90,000/-).
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This
M.Sc. programme encompasses environmental aspects
of all areas of science. It covers advanced training
in air pollution, water pollution, environmental impact
assessment, cleaner production, waste management,
etc. It is intended for those aspiring to become environmental
scientists and managers and also for those who need
to improve their skills and knowledge. (Programme
Fee - Rs. 80,000/-).
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M.Sc. programme provides an adequate coverage of important
aspects of Chemical Industry including Chemistry,
Basic Concepts of Chemical Engineering, Chemical Technology
and Industrial Economics. The necessary practical
training will be provided in areas relevant to chemical
industry. (Programme Fee - Rs. 100,000/-).
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control of infective diseases requires a multi-pronged
approach, central to which is the availability of
a network of efficient and reliable microbiology diagnostic
and reference laboratories, which requires persons
trained in laboratory methodology, including molecular
techniques which are being increasingly used for diagnostic
and epidemiological purposes. The M.Sc. programme
aims to produce scientists ready to apply modern methods
of diagnosis of infective diseases caused by viruses,
bacteria, fungi and other parasites and these scientists
will be able to pursue a career in research or in
diagnostic microbiology. (Programme Fee - Rs. 140,000/-).
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| Medical
Physics is a branch of physics applied to medicine
and biology, covering a wide range of applications
such as the use of radioisotopes in cancer treatment,
imaging of organs using X-rays, gamma cameras, CT
scanners, magnetic resonance scanners, ultrasonic
scanners, thermographic scanners, etc. This M.Sc.
programme, conducted in collaboration with experts
from the Faculty of Medicine, University of Peradeniya,
the General Hospital, Kandy and Atomic Energy Authority,
Colombo aims to train personnel in Radiotherapy and
Radiation Protection to carryout the duties of a Medical
Physicist in a Hospital. Trained Medical Physicists
are in great demand in hospitals in Sri Lanka and
abroad. (Programme Fee - Rs. 100,000/-).
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| Nanoscience
and Nanotechnology are fast growing areas of Science
and Technology which span the entire spectrum of science
and technology including next generation electronics,
engineering materials, advanced materials and coatings,
devices, computers, medicine, textiles, sports equipment,
polymers, biology, agriculture, food science, etc.
This M.Sc. programme will cover a broad range of disciplines
to enable the trained graduates to make an objective
judgment of the scientific importance and technological
potential of developments in micro- and nanotechnologies
and to perform a range of activities related to Nanoscience
and Nanotechnology. The study programme will thus
prepare the student to take the challenge of meeting
not only national needs in diverse areas of nanoscience
and nanotechnology but also to continue toward advanced
studies anywhere in the world. (Programme Fee - Rs.
120,000/-).
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sound knowledge in Science and Technology of materials
is necessary for the efficient use of materials in
industry. The broad aim of this M.Sc. programme is
to provide a basic knowledge in Physics of Materials
with emphasis on technologically important materials
and newly emerging area of nanomaterials and nanotechnology.
This programme will train graduates required for various
industries and also to improve the knowledge and skills
of personnel already employed in the industrial sector.
(Programme Fee - Rs. 90,000/-).
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APPLICATION
PROCEDURE:
Application forms and course contents of the programme/s
can be downloaded from the following Link:
Download Applictions & Related Information
These documents (please specify the programme/s) can
also be obtained from Senior Assistant Registrar,
Postgraduate Institute of Science, University of Peradeniya,
Peradeniya (Tel.: 081 2387542/2385660
& e-mail: sar@pgis.lk) either by (i)
sending a money order for Rs. 200/- payable at the
Peradeniya Post Office (drawn in favour of Postgraduate
Institute of Science) together with a self-addressed
(9?x4?) envelope or (ii) paying cash at the PGIS office.
The completed application forms should be submitted
with a processing fee of Rs. 1000/- (payable by money
order/cash).
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| M.Phil./Ph.D.
RESEARCH DEGREE PROGRAMMES
(Available throughout the year)
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M.Phil./Ph.D. (full-time) research degree programmes
in several disciplines are also available throughout
the year under the following Boards of Study:
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1.
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
2. Chemical Sciences
3. Earth Sciences
4. Environmental Science
5. Mathematics |
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Physics
7. Plant Sciences
8. Science Education
9. Statistics and Computer Science
10. Zoological Sciences |
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and Tuition Fees (M.Phil./Ph.D.): Rs. 30,000/- per
year.
In addition, the candidates may be asked to pay research
project expenses, which may range from 50,000 to 200,000,
if not covered by a grant.
M.Phil. programmes are typically of 2 - 3 years duration
and the Ph.D. programmes are of 3 - 4 years duration.
Deserving students may qualify for Research Assistantships
offered by the National Science Foundation (NSF) and
other agencies, which can also cover the registration
and tuition fees.
For details please contact
Senior Assistant Registrar
(Tel.: 081-2387542/2385660,
e-mail: sar@pgis.lk)
or
Director (Tel.: 081 2387218).
Prof. B.S.B. Karunaratna
Director – PGIS |
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