IBC E-Learning MA program for Buddhist Studies is based on IBC MA Program (36-credits). It is course-based (8 courses, 3 credits per course) with a thesis (about 25,000 words, 12 credits). http://ibc.ac.th/en/graduate. The MA program’s duration is three years. Individual e-tutorials will be available to all students.

The core module consists of eight subjects, an individually supervised thesis of 25,000 words, and one Comprehensive exam at the end of the course.

Prospective students should note that if they join the MA program but are unable to complete the full MA three years' program for any reason, they would only earn:

* The Postgraduate Diploma Certificate after completing the first year (12 credits); and/or
* The Postgraduate Advanced Diploma Certificate after completing the second year (total of 24 credits).

Familiarity with Theravada Buddhism, Mahayana Buddhism and acquaintance with Buddhist texts or knowledge of the Pali language would be useful.

Visit the E-Learning Website for detail.
http://elearning.ibc.ac.th