Advanced Certificate in Pāli Language

This course module aims to assist participants in understanding the foundational aspects of the Pāli language and its rich literary tradition. The objective is to help students appreciate the importance of vocabulary and basic grammatical forms of Pāli, and to recognize how these components enhance their listening, speaking, writing, reading, and comprehension skills. Context and examples will be drawn from ancient Buddhist texts and Sri Lankan Pāli literature, providing students with a clear view of the salient features of Pāli literature and the cultural and historical context in which it developed.

This module will lay the groundwork for further studies in Pāli, enabling students to engage deeply with Buddhist teachings and literary works.

The course fee is presently Rs. 20,000. This all-inclusive fee is charged to cover lectures, tutorials and examinations and access to computer laboratory facilities and library.

The fees should be credited to, Account No 0207 1000 0760 of the Sampath Bank in favour of Nāgānanda International Institute for Buddhist Studies, at the Sampath Bank Makola Branch or any branch of Sampath Bank. Normally, fees paid will not be refunded. However, requests for refund of fees may be considered if made before the expiry of one week from the date of commencement of lectures for each semester. Your attention to these details will help facilitate seamless financial transactions. If you have any questions or require further assistance regarding these bank details, please do not hesitate to contact our dedicated team for guidance and support.