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3 Best PhD Programs in Sri Lanka

Across Sri Lanka, 2 universities offer 3 PhD programs; the most common length is Minimum Two years. The list starts with courses at Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIT), Open University of Sri Lanka and Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka.

1PhD / Doctorate
SL Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIT) logo
#9 in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka

Doctor of Philosophy PhD

Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIT) — The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) at Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIT) focuses on advanced research in Computing, Engineering, and Business. Students cond...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
3 YearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Applications are accepted throughout the yearIntake
View program → About the university
2PhD / Doctorate
OU Open University of Sri Lanka logo
#13 in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka

Doctor of Philosophy Phd

Open University of Sri Lanka — The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programme at the Open University of Sri Lanka is an advanced research degree. It requires the submission of a research proposal that includ...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Minimum Duration - 3 YearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Throughout the YearIntake
View program → About the university
5PhD / Doctorate
BP Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka logo
#20 in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka

Doctor of Philosophy

Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka — The Doctor of Philosophy at the Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka is offered through PhD tracks that focus on different academic areas. Tracks include Buddhist Ph...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
—Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
View program → About the university

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How these courses are ranked

Below them, universities follow their research output: Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIT) is cited most (70,557 citations).

What the courses look like

The usual length is Minimum Two years and Minimum Duration - 3 Years. 100% are full-time. Open University of Sri Lanka offers the widest choice, with 3 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Sri Lanka for PhD?

Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIT) (#9 in Sri Lanka), Open University of Sri Lanka (#13 in Sri Lanka) and Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka (#20 in Sri Lanka) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a PhD course take in Sri Lanka?

Most listed courses run Minimum Two years, with Minimum Duration - 3 Years the next most common.

Which university has the most PhD courses in Sri Lanka?

Open University of Sri Lanka, with 3, ahead of Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIT) (1).

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