Master of Development Economics (MDE) 2021/2022
Eastern University, Sri Lanka
Faculty of Commerce and Management
Postgraduate Studies Unit
Master of Development Economics (MDE) 2021/2022
Applications are invited for the UGC approved programme of study which is one-year duration and having medium of instruction Tamil for the academic year 2021/22.
Entry Requirement
- First class or Second-class honours in the special degree in Economics or a related field, in a recognised university in Sri Lanka or equivalent qualification so recognised by the Eastern University. or
- First class or Second class in the General Degree with Economics or related field as a major subject, from a recognized University in Sri Lanka or equivalent qualification so recognised by the Eastern University and one year of work experience in a related field. or
- Degree with Economics or related field as a major subject, from a recognised university in Sri Lanka or equivalent qualification so recognised by the Eastern University and two years of work experience in a related field. or
- Postgraduate Diploma in Economics or related field awarded by a recognised university or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Eastern University. or
- A professional qualification that will be recognised on a case basis, by the Eastern University on the recommendation of the Faculty Board of Commerce and Management as equivalent to the qualifications stipulated above.
Course Fee: LKR. 171,500/= (Could be paid in three instalments)
Selection Procedures:
Eligible applicants will be required to sit for a written examination, and face an interview prior to selection. The written examination will evaluate the knowledge of micro and macroeconomics and maths and statistics of the candidates. The selection will be made on their performance in the examination and the interview.
Application form and brochure can be obtained either by calling over personally at the office of SAR Examinations or by sending a self-addressed and stamped envelope to reach the Senior Assistant Registrar-Examinations along with the customer copy of deposit slip for Rs. 1000 payable to Bursar Eastern University, Sri Lanka, Account No.227100190000390 in People’s Bank, Chenkalady.
The duly filled application forms should be forwarded to “The Assistant Registrar, Faculty of Commerce and Management, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, Vantharumoolai, Chenkalady”. by registered post to reach on or before 28th February, 2022.
And the programme will be commenced on April 2022. Mark “Master of Development Economics-2021/22” on the left-hand corner of the envelop.
For further information, contact Programme Coordinator/ MDE on 0774371659 or coordinator_mde@esn.ac.lk or visit
Senior Assistant Registrar
Eastern University, Sri Lanka
Vantharumoolai
Chenkalady.
22.12.2021
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