Master of Arts(MA) in History Degree Programme
Master of Social Sciences(MSSc) in History Degree Programme
1. Introduction:
Department of History is a pioneering department of University of Kelaniya and one of the first departments of the Faculty. This programme was initiated in late 1990s as one of the pioneering Post Graduate programmes of the Faculty of Social Sciences. The curriculum for this course focus mainly on history, history of thought and sources pertaining to History of Sri Lanka, history of thought in ancient India and main forces of European Politics in modern era. The programme would enable the learners to engage in further research while gaining an in depth knowledge on the selected areas of studies.
| 2. Entry Qualifications: |
Master of Arts in History
Should possess a Bachelor's Degree (General/Special) from a recognized Un iversity in History or relevant subject area or any other academic or professional qualifications acceptable to the Senate of the University of Kelaniya.
Master of Social Sciences in History
Should possess Bachelor's Degree (Special with a Class) from a recognized University in History or any other academic or professional qualifications acceptable to the Senate of the University of Kelaniya.
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| 3. SLQF Level: |
Master of Arts in History: Level 09
Master of Social Sciences in History: Level 10
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4. Course Content:
Master of Arts in History
Master of Social Sciences in History
5. Syllabus:
- HIST 53015 - Theoretical and Institutional Development in Politics of Sri Lanka, up to 1600 AC
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- Introductory survey of political theories in Asia; state formation and evolution of kingship in Sri Lanka as depicted in primary sources; Indian and Buddhist ideologies/concepts which influenced the politics and legitimacy of power; the limits of political authority; political and administrative institutions pertaining to the central, provincial and local government; judiciary; military organization.
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- HIST 53025 - Socio-economic, Religious and Cultural Development in Sri Lanka, up to 1600 AC
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- Introductory survey of Sri Lankan society in pre-historic period; early settlements; economic organization with special reference to agriculture, irrigation system, land tenure and internal and external trade; evolution of the social organization; the advent and spread of Buddhism; development of Theravada and Mahayana schools; origin and evolution of the Buddhist Sangha and monastic administration; Hinduism and other religions; art and architecture; education; women and society.
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- HIST 53035 - Political and Socio-economic Development in Modern Sri Lanka, from 1600 to 1948 AC
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- Political, economic and social conditions of Sri Lanka at the advent of European powers; origin, development and downfall of the Kandyan Kingdom; impact of colonial ideologies and economic and political interests of the Portuguese and the Dutch and their policies; social and economic changes under the British with special reference to plantation economy, emergence of the middle class and subsistence agriculture; religious and cultural revival during the late 19th century; education, constitutional development and national movement; The grant of independence.
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- HIST 53045 - Main Forces of Modern Europe, from 1760 to 1989 AC
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- Introduction to early modern Europe; Industrial Revolution; French Revolution; Napoleon Bonaparte; the Vienna Congress; unification movements in Germany and Italy; Russia and France during the second half of the 19th century; Nationalism and Liberalism; first world war; Russian Revolution and the rise of the Soviet Union; Europe between the two world wars; second world war; United Nations Organization; Cold War.
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- HIST 53055 - Political and Economic Development in Independent Sri Lanka, up to 2000 AC
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- Political challenges faced by Sri Lanka immediately after the Independence; foreign policy and foreign relations of Sri Lanka; electoral politics; constitutional changes in 1972 and 1978; youth uprisings; communal politics; landmark developments in the economy.
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- HIST 53065 - Evolution of Political Thought and Socio-Political Institutions in Ancient India and China
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- Hindu, Buddhist and Jain sources pertaining to Indian political thought and socio-political Institutions; Buddhist and Hindu concepts of state and kingship; state and government in India; provincial and local government in India; social institution in India; Influence of Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism on Chinese political theory; evolution of sociopolitical institutions in ancient China.
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6. Objectives of the Program:
The objective is to create a Post Graduate holder who is well-versed in the historical sources, and who has a sound knowledge on main forces and trends of selected historical contexts.
| 7. Program Type: |
Master of Arts in History
Coursework - Onsite
Master of Social Sciences in History
Coursework and Research -Onsite
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| 8. Time Duration: |
Master of Arts in History: 01 Year
Master of Social Sciences in History: 02 Years
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| 9. Evaluation Procedure: |
Master of Arts in History
Year-End Exam and Assignments/Fieldwork
Master of Social Sciences in History
Year End Exam and Assignments/ Field work Research (Thesis)
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10. Contact Details:
| Coordinator: |
| Name: |
Ms. S.A. Dilhani
Senior Lecturer Grade I, Department of History
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| Contact Number: |
077 7785 272 |
| Email Address: |
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| Program Assistant: |
| Name: |
Ms. P.S. Nilnayani
Management Assistant, Department of History
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| Contact Number: |
077 332 92 82 |
| Email Address: |
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| General Contact Details: |
| Address: |
Department of History, University of Kelaniya, Dalugama, Kelaniya. |
| Contact Number: |
0112 914 491 / Ext: 841 |
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| Department Website Link: |
https://ss.kln.ac.lk/depts/history/
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