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The MA Degree in Development Studies and Public Policy is offered by the Open University of Sri Lanka to enhance knowledge, skills, and research capacities in development and public policy through an integrative social sciences approach. The programme is designed to strengthen the capacities of graduates from diverse academic disciplines to work effectively in the development sector, both nationally and internationally. The programme is of two years’ duration and is offered in the English medium.
The MA Programme consists of thirteen regular courses and one Continuing Education course to be offered in 4 semesters, with the subject matter arranged as modules dealing with Historical, Theoretical, and Thematic issues relating to development. This programme consists of 45 credits worth of regular courses, 3 credits worth of Continuing Education Courses and 15 credits worth of research work.
• A Degree from a recognized university,
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• Secured an equivalent or higher qualification acceptable to the OUSL Senate with at least one (01) year of work experience in planning, administration & implementation of development projects
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• Through an interview held by the Department of Social Studies whenever the need arises
Application Fee : Rs. 1,000/-
This Postgraduate Degree Programme is conducted by the Department of Social Studies, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, The Open University of Sri Lanka. Please contact the First-Year Coordinator, Dr. Achinthya Koswatta, for further details.
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0112881417 / 0112881403/ 0112881034 / 0112881496
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