About the program
Master
Degree
English
Language of instructions
1 year
Years of study
Full-time
Study mode
Sri Lanka
Location
The Board of Study (BS) in Agricultural Biology is the only Board which caters to the need of producing postgraduates degree in Biological Sciences since the establishment of the PGIA in 1975. Presently, the BS offers postgraduate degrees in the areas of Biology, Biodiversity, Genetics, Plant Breeding and Biotechnology giving a strong exposure to current developments in these fields. The BS concentrates on research and outreach projects that conform to the national and international requirements. The Board has collaborations with the Department of Agriculture and many other national research institutes in the country to foster partnerships to strengthen the postgraduate education in related disciplines. The BS disseminates knowledge, developing skills and attitudes of postgraduate students to enhance the efficiency of agro-based industries towards self sufficiency while minimizing the environmental impact. Furthermore, the Board undertakes cutting-edge research through national and international grants providing opportunities for research students to acquire laboratory skills at the state of art laboratories and research fields conducted at national research institutes secured through collaborations. The Board also conduct various short courses, workshops and training programmes in the fields of Biology and Biotechnology. http://www.pgia.pdn.ac.lk/files/notice/2020/handbook_2020.pdf
Required documents for admission
When applying for admission to Postgraduate Institute of Agriculture (PGIA) in Sri Lanka you should prepare all required documents. Request a list of necessary documents directly from a university, as it may vary for different countries. Using our live chat, you can also ask for sample documents.
- Copy of the Birth Certificate
- Official Academic Transcript
- Letters of reccomendation (MA, PhD)
- 2 Referee Reports
- Payment proof of Application fee
- Copy of the B.Sc. and/or M.Sc. degree certificate
- 2 passport sized photographs
- Online Application form
Contacts
Postgraduate Institute of Agriculture (PGIA)
Postgraduate Institute of Agriculture, Old Galaha Road, 20400
20400
Sri Lanka
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