This one year course is conducted in the Buddhist & Pali College (affiliated to the Buddhist & Pali University of Sri Lanka), located in Mangala Vihara (Buddhist Temple). The Buddhist & Pali College was founded in 1994 and the first Diploma exam was conducted in 1995.

Attendance have to be at least 70%. Interested applicants need to submit the following:

a)   Fill in the application form. (Get application form by clicking ) Sign on the back page.

      Attestation to be done by the Principal of the Buddhist & Pali College.

b)      2 passport photos.

c)      A copy of IC/ passport/ Birth certificate.

d)     Payment of S$20 X 12 months = S$240/ - for maintenance fees for the temple,

      for the one year course, payable upfront.

e)      US$52/- to be paid for registration to the Buddhist & Pali University.

 Registration ends on 30 June 2009. The class will commence in October 2009, students will be informed.

 Subjects:         1.   Early Buddhism - Basic Doctrines

                         2.      Buddhist Social Dimensions

                         3.      Geographical Expansion of Theravada Buddhism

                         4.      Early History of Buddhism up to 3 B.C.

                         5.      Pali Qualifying Paper

                        For more information on the subjects, click

                        Diploma Note are also available.

                        Duration:      1 year

 Class:            Sundays          2 pm - 5. 30 pm

                       Tuesdays         7.30 pm -  9.30 pm

 Eligibility:      Above 18 years of age,

                       Ability to read and write English,

                        Having some basic knowledge of Buddhism would be an advantage.

 Examination: Conducted by the Buddhist & Pali University of Sri Lanka. Those who pass the Diploma are eligible to proceed for the Bachelor of Arts in Buddhist Studies.

 Contact sister Gina @ 91806505 or email her at highlandcottage@hotmail.com