Mar 26, 2026
📢 Exclusive English Course for Dhammacariya Graduates
📝 The University of Global Peace will soon launch a new, exclusive Certificate in Basic English Language Skills…
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Where wisdom and
compassion build a
more peaceful world.
A peaceful learning environment on Yankin Hill, Mandalay.
Founded on Theravāda Buddhist principles, the University of Global Peace nurtures scholars, practitioners, and peacebuilders — guiding every student from inner peace toward a more harmonious world.
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Degree Programs
2018
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20+
Faculty & Staff
About
About UGP
A Buddhist higher education institution dedicated to wisdom, compassion and peace.
Founder's Biography
Meet the founder whose vision built the University of Global Peace as a home for Buddhist scholarship and peace studies.
Read biography →Vision & Mission
Our core purpose: guiding individuals from inner peace to global peace through Theravāda Buddhist education.
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Announcements
Important notices and official communications from the University of Global Peace.
Mar 25, 2026
📢 Call for Applications: Direct Entry (Pathway 2) for MA, MPhil, and PhD Programs
📝 The University of Global Peace is pleased to announce that Direct Entry (Pathway 2) applications are now…
Read announcement →Feb 18, 2026
Unlock Your English Potential This Summer!
Are you ready to boost your English language skills? The University of Global Peace is excited to announce…
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Programs offered at UGP
Doctoral, postgraduate, and diploma programs in Buddhist studies, communication and peacebuilding.
Doctoral · 3-5 years
PhD in Buddhism and Peace
An advanced research degree focused on original scholarship in Buddhist studies, peacebuilding, and interdisciplinary inquiry.
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MPhil in Buddhism and Peace
An advanced two-year research program featuring intensive academic writing, extensive thesis work, and contemplative practice.
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MA in Buddhism and Peace
A two-year degree combining Buddhist philosophy, meditation, ethics, and peace studies with a formal thesis requirement.
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News & Updates
Recent announcements, events and updates from the University of Global Peace.
Mar 10, 2026
Summer English and Etiquette Courses: Collective Dedication Led by the Rector Sayadaw
During the summer period, English language and etiquette courses were organized and launched with the objective of fostering…
Read more →Mar 3, 2026
Almsgiving for 1,000 Monks and Re-ordination of the Rector Sayadaw
On Tuesday, March 3, 2026 (the 1st Waning Day of Tabaung, 1387 ME), the University of Global Peace…
Read more →Feb 25, 2026
Congratulations on the Appointment of Sayadaw Dr. Bhaddanta Jotika as the Rector of the Abhidhamma University, Yangon
The faculty, administrative staff, and students of the University of Global Peace formally record our deep sense of…
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Academic Support Services
Empowered Learning
Academic Assistance
Guidance on academic language, referencing standards, and essay writing for graduate-level study.
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Personalised Help
Consultation & Planning
One-to-one sessions for exam preparation, assignment planning, and time management strategies.
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Voices from our campus
"I received my doctoral degree from the Department of Buddhism and Peace at the University of Global Peace during its inaugural graduation ceremony in the 2023/2024 academic year... Following the attainment of this degree, I intend to continue my involvement in teaching and research and remain actively engaged in the field of education."
Venerable Ñāṇindābhivaṃsa, PhD
PhD Graduate
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Yankin Hill, (19) Road, Patheingyi Township, Mandalay, Myanmar
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