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International Buddhist College (IBC) organized a simple yet meaningful Vesak ceremony on the morning of 31st May, 2026. As it was the long vacation, only a...

Earn an English Language credential while securing your pathway to a Bachelor of Arts in Buddhist Studies at the International Buddhist College (IBC)....

On 23rd May 2026, Than Hsiang Temple, Penang was honoured to host a public lecture by Dr. Ooi Eng Jin, Dean of the Faculty of Buddhist Studies of...

Reported by Ven. Ananda (BA2 student)
On 7th May, 2026, Ven. Zhen Sheng, the Director of Rector Office, International Buddhist College (IBC) and I...

On the 10th of May, an International Buddhist College (IBC) representative, Dr. Ooi Eng Jin, Dean of Faculty of Buddhist Studies, visited two Buddhist...

Reported by: Yang Xueqin (BA2 student)
This report documents a three-day visit to Malaysia from 8 to 10 May 2026, during which I engaged in both...

International Buddhist College (IBC)
New Student Admissions for Academic Year 2026/2027
Application for B.A., M.A. and Ph.D. in Buddhist Studies...

Reported by Nayani Bag (MA1 student)
On 1st May 2026, we had a wonderful opportunity to watch a traditional Manora dance performance, kindly arranged...

On April 9, 2026, we were delighted to welcome a group of 70 alumni from Chung Ling High School to the International Buddhist College (IBC).
Led by Mr...

By Jason Robbins, MA Student

Legend has it that on the last night of every lunar year, a mythical beast named “Nian” would emerge from either the sea...

The International Buddhist College (IBC) extends its heartfelt thanks to all lunch dāna donors for their kind support and generosity. May the blessings of...

Reported by: Ven. Nyanasami, BA4 student

On January 3, 2026, IBC arranged a trip for male students to visit several well-known places in Songkhla...

Reported by: Nayani Bag, MA1 student
The International Buddhist College (IBC) organized an outing trip for us on January 17, 2026, to several nearby...

The International Buddhist College (IBC) organized a simple ceremony for the Dean’s List Award for the First Semester of the Academic Year 2025/2026 on 8...

Applications for B.A., M.A. and Ph.D. in Buddhist Studies are now open!
Deadline: 6 April 2026

Programs Offered
1) B.A. in Buddhist...

Reported by: BA2 students
Fundamentals of Speech and Communication was a subject in the 1st semester of the BA 2nd year, 2025-2026. The collaboration...

The International Buddhist College (IBC) extends its heartfelt thanks to all lunch dāna donors for their kind support and generosity. May the blessings of...

Reported By: Jason Robbins
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The International Buddhist College (IBC) held its annual Kaṭhina robe offering ceremony,...

Reported by: Sayalay Obhasi (MA2 student)
The International Buddhist College (IBC) organized the Public Speaking Friendship Competition on 25 October...

Reported by: Yang Xue Qin, BA2 student
As students of International Buddhist College (Sadao, Thailand), we participated in an academic service program...

Summarised from Sis. Lim Lay Hong’s report (Than Hsiang, Penang)
by Sayalay Obhasi, MA1 student
In conjunction with the International Buddhist...

Reported by: Lee Lyn Foong, Than Hsiang Taijiquan Group Instructor
On the beautiful evening of 6th Oct 2025, 15th day of the eighth lunar month, our...

Reported by: Samiksha Meshram
The Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Moon Festival or Mooncake Festival, is one of the most cherished cultural...

Reported by: Siak Chung Chai, MA1 student
On September 9, 2025, the International Buddhist College (IBC) organized an interaction session for us,...

Reported by: Nayani Bag, MA1 student
The International Buddhist College (IBC) organized a Chinese language class from 4 August to 29 September 2025 as...

॥ नमो वागिन्द्राय॥

जल्पप्रपञ्चाभिरता हि बालास्तत्त्वे न कुर्वन्ति मतिं विशालाम् ।
जल्पो हि त्रैधातुकदुःखयोनिस्तत्त्वं हि दुःखस्य विनाशहेतुः ॥...

The International Buddhist College held its 18th Convocation on 28 September 2025 (Sunday) at IBC Auditorium Hall at 1:00 p.m. (Thai time). After some...

Saung Oo (BA1 Student)
On September 11th, 2025, a birthday celebration for Professor Tilak was held at the International Buddhist College (IBC). Both...

Reported by: Usha Chakma (Ph.D. candidate)
As a Ph.D. candidate in Buddhist Studies at International Buddhist College (IBC), I recently had the...

Reported by: Sayalay Obhasi (MA2 student)
On September 6th, a few students from the International Buddhist College (IBC) visited the nearby Mama...

The International Buddhist College (IBC) extends its heartfelt thanks to all lunch dāna donors for their kind support and generosity. May the blessings of...

Rector, Deans, Academic Advisors, Lecturers
• Provide support to students regarding academic matters.
•...

Reported by: Yang Xueqin, BA2 student
This report aims to highlight a special communication lesson given by Mdm. Lim Wai Lee, an experienced educator...

Reported by: Ven. Nanasami,
BA4 Year's Student
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July 10, 2025, was a significant day for Buddhists as it commemorates...

The International Buddhist College (IBC) organized a simple ceremony for the Dean’s List Award for the Second Semester of the Academic Year 2024/2025 on 17...

There are different ways in which the Buddhist traditions approach the integration of learning and meditative practice. One often-cited scheme is that of...

Reported by: Jason Robbins, MA1 student

International Buddhist College (IBC) held a New Students’ Orientation Program on 17 July 2025. Venerable...

Academic Year 2025/2026
Program Offered
1) B.A. in Buddhist Studies (English)
2) B.A. in Buddhist Textual Studies (English)
3) M.A....

# International Buddhist College (IBC) New Student Recruitment
Academic Year 2025/2026
# 国际佛教大学(IBC)招收新生
Program Offered
1) B.A. in...

# International Buddhist College (IBC) New Student Recruitment
Academic Year 2025/2026
# 国际佛教大学(IBC)招收新生
Program Offered
1) B.A. in...

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