Welcome to CDVS
The Center of Dhamma Vinaya Studies is a premier academic institution dedicated to the scholarly study, preservation, and dissemination of the Buddhist canonical texts and the Vinaya Pitaka. Founded on the bedrock of traditional learning and modern scholarship, we offer rigorous programs that bridge ancient wisdom with contemporary research methodologies.
Our institution is home to distinguished scholars, monastics, and lay practitioners who collaborate in an environment of intellectual inquiry and spiritual cultivation. With a rich library collection, internationally recognized faculty, and a vibrant global community of students, CDVS stands at the forefront of Buddhist higher education.
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Upcoming Events
International Symposium on Buddhist Research
Main Auditorium, CDVS Campus
Vesak Day Celebrations & Academic Conference
Dhamma Hall & Campus Grounds
Public Lecture: Vinaya in the Modern World
Lecture Hall B, Academic Block
Featured Programs
Bachelor of Dhamma Studies
A four-year undergraduate program covering canonical Pāli texts, Buddhist philosophy, and Vinaya traditions.
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Advanced two-year program for deep scholarly inquiry into monastic codes and contemporary application.
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Rigorous doctoral program for original research in Buddhist scholarship and Pāli linguistics.
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