Postgraduate Programs

The Department of Philosophy at the University of Kelaniya offers a comprehensive range of postgraduate degree programs designed to advance scholarly research and professional expertise in Philosophy, Psychology, and peace and conflict resolution. These include the Master of Arts (MA) and Master of Social Sciences (MSSc) degrees, which provide advanced theoretical and methodological training, as well as MPhil and PhD research degrees for those pursuing in-depth academic research and scholarly contributions. Each program is designed to strengthen critical inquiry, independent research skills, and interdisciplinary understanding, enabling graduates to engage in academic careers, policy development, counselling, peacebuilding, and other professional fields. Through rigorous coursework, research supervision, and academic mentoring, the department supports the development of highly skilled researchers and practitioners who can make meaningful contributions to national and international knowledge.

MASTER OF ARTS IN PHILOSOPHY

MASTER OF SOCIAL SCIENCES IN PHILOSOPHY

MPHIL/ PHD PROGRAMMES