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POSTGRADUATE INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE |
| UNIVERSITY OF PERADENIYA |
| PO Box 25, Peradeniya, Sri Lanka. Tel: +94 81 2385860; Fax: +94 81 2389026 |
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Director General, |
| Training and Human Resources, |
Sri Lanka Customs, |
Colombo. |
21.03.2013 |
Dear Sir, |
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| MSc Prgramme in Gemology and Industrial Minerals |
| Postgraduate institute of science, university of peradeniya |
| The M.Sc Programme in Gemology is on offer since 1997/1998 at the Postgraduate Institute of Science (PGIS), University of Peradeniya. Although two batches of students opted for this course, due to extremely limited number of graduates embarking on a gemmology-related field, this offer is currently not adequately made use of. On the contrary, the number of science graduates entering other mineral-based industries is rising, but presently they lack opportunities for training and research in the field of industrial minerals. In addition, advanced knowledge in gemology is extremely important in helping maintaining import/export control and other government regulations. Therefore, the present M.Sc. Programmes have been designed to cater to these fluctuating demands for postgraduate training and research in the fields of Gemology and Industrial Minerals. |
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OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME |
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To train personnel in the fields of gemology and industrial minerals and on related aspects at postgraduate level. |
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To provide an opportunity to (i) improve the skills in mineral exploration with emphasis on gem minerals, gemology and management of gem and jewellery industry or (ii) exploit and process industrial minerals to use as industrial raw materials. |
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To provide essential background knowledge for governmental organizations in gemology/industrial minerals. |
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PROGRAMME ELIGIBILITY & ADMISSION PROCEDURE |
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| The minimum requirement for either of the M.Sc. Programmes is a B.Sc. Degree in Science or B.Sc. in Engineering/Agriculture from a recognized university or any other equivalent qualification/s acceptable to the Postgraduate Institute of Science (PGIS), University of Peradeniya. Although scince-based graduates are preferred for the course, a limited number of enthusiastic candidates could be accommodated each year. Candidates who meet the eligibility requirement will be required to face for an interview and the selected candidates will be admitted to the programme. |
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| (N.B. The programme fees given below may be revised.) |
| M.Sc. programme fee |
| Local candidates |
Rs. 125,000/- |
| SAARC countries |
US $ 4,200/- |
| Other countries |
US $ 8,400/- |
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| Programme fee shall be paid in two installments (50% at registration and the next 50% within six months from registration). Other payments including registration fee, medical fee, library subscription, examination fee and deposits (science and library) should be paid according to the procedure stipulated by the PGIS. |
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APPLICATION PROCEDURE |
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| Interested applicants should forward their applications through their respective heads of departments with the letter issued by the head of the institute/department stating the possibility to leave approval if required, when lectures/practicals/research project are scheduled during weekdays.
Prescribed application and Form for Referee's Report are attached or can be downloaded from the web site http://www.pgis.lk/msc.htm.
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| Application should be sent via registered post to Director, Postgraduate Institute of Science, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya with a receipt of Money Order for Rs. 2000/= as the processing fee drawn in favour of Postgraduate Institute of Science, University of Peradeniya and paying office: Peradeniya. |
| Applicationa are entertained throughout the year and until a sufficient number of applications are received. |
| Looking forward to seeing applicants from your organization. |
| Thanking You, |
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| Dr. Sanjeewa Malaviarachchi |
| Coordinator |
| TP: 081 2394215; 071 868 2715; Email: malavi@pdn.ac.lk |
