Ph.D. Program in Buddhist Studies - Lumbini Buddhist University
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Ph.D. Program in Buddhist Studies - Lumbini Buddhist University
Established 2004 • Since 1st World Buddhist Summit
Ph.D. Program in
Buddhist Studies
Cultivating Scholars Through Research to Promote Peace, Harmony, and Prosperity
A prestigious three-year, full-time doctoral program designed to inspire and prepare
scholars through research to generate contextual knowledge and innovations that promote
peace, harmony, and prosperity in the contemporary world.
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3
Years Program
25
Seats Available
2
Research Streams
Program Highlights
A comprehensive doctoral program designed for scholarly excellence
Comprehensive Coursework
18 credit hours covering research in religious
studies, Buddhist history, philosophies, literature, art, architecture, and research
methodology.
Learning Management System
Tracking the progress of all activities and
unlimited e-resources.
Thesis Work
Completion of a dissertation based on original
research that contributes to the field of Buddhist studies.
Expert Faculty
Learn from distinguished scholars and researchers
in Buddhist Philosophy, Literature, Education, and Culture.
Global Perspective
International and national students work together
in a diverse academic environment promoting global peace and harmony.
Research Excellence
Enhance knowledge of scientific methods and
theories for undertaking high-quality research in Buddhist studies.
Admission Open for the Ph.D. Degree Program – Academic year 2026
Application Deadline
February 27, 2026
Seat Limits
25 Total Seats
10 seats for Native and 15 seats for Foreign
Scholars
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Our Core Values
Upholding Buddhist principles to promote global peace and harmony
Maitri
Amity
Fostering friendship and goodwill among all
beings
Karūṇā
Compassion
Cultivating empathy and care for all
sentient beings
Muditā
Inner Peace
Finding joy and contentment in the present
moment
Upkeṡā
Forgiveness
Embracing equanimity and letting go of
resentment
Program Overview
Lumbini Buddhist University was founded in 2004 following the 1st World Buddhist Summit in
Lumbini, the birthplace of Shakyamuni Buddha. Since 2011, the university has offered Ph.D.
programs in two main areas:
core Buddhist studies
and
applied
Buddhism
.
Our Ph.D. program is designed to inspire and prepare scholars through research to generate
contextual knowledge and innovations that promote peace, harmony, and prosperity in the
contemporary world.
Full-Time Program
Three-year intensive doctoral
program
Research Focus
Buddhist Philosophy,
Literature, Education, and Culture
Limited Seats
25 seats per year (10 native,
15 foreign scholars)
18
Credit Hours
Coursework
3
Years
Full-Time
2
Streams
Core & Applied
25
Seats
Per Academic Year
Ready to Begin Your Doctoral Journey?
Join us in advancing knowledge and promoting peace through Buddhist studies
Apply Online Now
Learn More About the Program
Established 2004 • Since 1st World Buddhist Summit
Ph.D. Program in
Buddhist Studies
Cultivating Scholars Through Research to Promote Peace, Harmony, and Prosperity
A prestigious three-year, full-time doctoral program designed to inspire and prepare
scholars through research to generate contextual knowledge and innovations that promote
peace, harmony, and prosperity in the contemporary world.
Apply Now
LMS Login
Learn More
3
Years Program
25
Seats Available
2
Research Streams
Program Highlights
A comprehensive doctoral program designed for scholarly excellence
Comprehensive Coursework
18 credit hours covering research in religious
studies, Buddhist history, philosophies, literature, art, architecture, and research
methodology.
Learning Management System
Tracking the progress of all activities and
unlimited e-resources.
Thesis Work
Completion of a dissertation based on original
research that contributes to the field of Buddhist studies.
Expert Faculty
Learn from distinguished scholars and researchers
in Buddhist Philosophy, Literature, Education, and Culture.
Global Perspective
International and national students work together
in a diverse academic environment promoting global peace and harmony.
Research Excellence
Enhance knowledge of scientific methods and
theories for undertaking high-quality research in Buddhist studies.
Admission Open for the Ph.D. Degree Program – Academic year 2026
Application Deadline
February 27, 2026
Seat Limits
25 Total Seats
10 seats for Native and 15 seats for Foreign
Scholars
Time Remaining
00
Days
00
Hours
00
Seconds
Know more about Phd Program 2026
Our Core Values
Upholding Buddhist principles to promote global peace and harmony
Maitri
Amity
Fostering friendship and goodwill among all
beings
Karūṇā
Compassion
Cultivating empathy and care for all
sentient beings
Muditā
Inner Peace
Finding joy and contentment in the present
moment
Upkeṡā
Forgiveness
Embracing equanimity and letting go of
resentment
Program Overview
Lumbini Buddhist University was founded in 2004 following the 1st World Buddhist Summit in
Lumbini, the birthplace of Shakyamuni Buddha. Since 2011, the university has offered Ph.D.
programs in two main areas:
core Buddhist studies
and
applied
Buddhism
.
Our Ph.D. program is designed to inspire and prepare scholars through research to generate
contextual knowledge and innovations that promote peace, harmony, and prosperity in the
contemporary world.
Full-Time Program
Three-year intensive doctoral
program
Research Focus
Buddhist Philosophy,
Literature, Education, and Culture
Limited Seats
25 seats per year (10 native,
15 foreign scholars)
18
Credit Hours
Coursework
3
Years
Full-Time
2
Streams
Core & Applied
25
Seats
Per Academic Year
Ready to Begin Your Doctoral Journey?
Join us in advancing knowledge and promoting peace through Buddhist studies
Apply Online Now
Learn More About the Program