About the program

Admissions open
  • Master

    Degree

  • English

    Language of instructions

  • 1 year

    Years of study

  • Full-time

    Study mode

  • Sri Lanka

    Location

Overview Reduction in soil productivity due to intensive agriculture and pollution of water and contamination of the food chain has become a great health concern to humans worldwide.. The M.Sc. in Soil and Environmental Microbiology programme is designed to provide an in-depth knowledge on eco-physiology of microorganisms with a greater emphasis on soil inhabitants and to train personnel on designing and developing eco-friendly techniques using soil microorganism for the sustainable management of soil and environmental health. Key features The M.Sc. programme in Soil and Environmental Microbiology offers an unique opportunity to be exposed to the interdisciplinary science of microbiology and Soil Science. The potential of applying microbial techniques to solve environment related issues will be discussed emphasising the ecological theories, Impact assessment, legal enactments. The knowledge and skills acquired by the students following this degree programme enables them to address environment related issues by developing techniques particularly the bio-fertilizer and waste management, remediation soil and water, improve crop production of soil growth, and waste management. For more information 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

Tuition fees

  • ~ $4,000 / year

    Fee for international students

  • ~ $427 / year

    Fee for domestic students

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