The Institute of Archaeology and Heritage Studies (IAHS) is a renowned institution in Sri Lanka, offering cutting-edge online education in the fields of archaeology and heritage studies. As a leader in this domain, IAHS takes pride in its distinguished visiting faculty, comprised of prominent academics and researchers from Sri Lanka and around the world. Our rigorous selection process ensures that we engage the most accomplished experts to deliver course modules, providing IAHS students with an unparalleled opportunity to learn from the very best. This unique advantage sets us apart from traditional educational systems.

At IAHS, we go beyond our exceptional visiting faculty by hosting guest lectures from field experts. These specialized sessions further enrich the learning experience and expose students to diverse perspectives and insights. By fostering a dynamic environment that encourages collaboration and knowledge exchange, IAHS empowers students to gain a comprehensive understanding of archaeology and heritage studies.

As a student at IAHS, you will benefit from the expertise of renowned scholars, both in terms of their exceptional knowledge and their ability to inspire and guide. Our commitment to delivering quality education and facilitating connections within the academic community ensures that IAHS remains at the forefront of online archaeology and heritage studies education in Sri Lanka and beyond.

Visiting Faculty

 

Lecturer Details
Dr. Gamini Wijesuriya Special Adviser to the Director General of ICCROM, Rome, Italy
Special Advisor to the Director of WHITRAP Shanghai, China
Prof. P.B. Mandawala Professor in Archaeology,
Department of History and Archaeology, University of Sri Jayewardenepura
Associate Member of the Sri Lanka Institute of Architects – 1987
Member of the Sri Lanka Council of Archaeologists – 1997
Fellow of the Sri Lanka Council of Archaeologists – 2007
Life member of the ICOMOS (Sri Lanka)
Former President of ICOMOS (Sri Lanka)
Past President of the Sri Lanka Council of Archaeologists
Former Member of the ICOMOS (International)
Dr. B.D.Nandadeva Retired Professor, University of Kelaniya
Independent Consultant in Heritage Management, Intangible Cultural Heritage and Quality Assurance in Higher Education
Dr. Senarath Dissanayake Senior Lecturer, University of Kelaniya.
Former Director-General, Department of Archaeology.
Former President, ICOMOS Sri Lanka
Former President, Sri Lanka Archaeologist’s Council
Dr. Nimal Perera Former Director of Excavations and Acting Deputy Director-General of Archaeology
Prof. Thusitha Mendis Professor, Department of Archaeology and Heritage Management, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka
Fellow, Sri Lanka Council of Archaeology
Prof. Chandana Rohana Withanachchi Professor, Department of Archaeology and Heritage Management, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka
Fellow, Council of Archaeologists in Sri Lanka (FCASL),
Life Member, Royal Asiatic Society of Sri Lanka,
Life Member, Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement Science (SLAAS)
Mr. Prasanna B. Rathnayake Director, Conservation Unit, Department of Archaeology
Prof. Nuwan Abeywardena Professor in Archaeology and Heritage Management, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka

Member – SLCA
Dr. Ishanka Malsiri Lecturer (Unconfirmed) in Archaeology,
Department of Archaeology,
Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka
Mr. Rasika Muthucumarana Maritime Archaeologist
Member – ICUCH – ICOMOS
Diving Instructor –PADI International
Mr. Sandun Kudaligama Visiting Lecturer, Postgraduate Institute of Archaeology,
Visiting Lecturer, Department of Museology, University of Kelaniya
Mrs. Sanjeewani Widyarathne Education Promotion Officer, Colombo National Museum
Dr. Kusumsiri Kodithuwakkau Former Research officer and Museum Keeper – Central Cultural Fund
Visiting Lecturer- Rajarata and Kelaniya Universities
Ms. Chithramala Tharangani Museum Officer, Central Cultural Fund
Mr. Supun Siriwardhana Senior Manager at GIS Solutions Pvt Ltd,
GIS Project Manager and GIS Expert on ArcGIS Server Solution project for electronic data management
Mr. J.M.Indika Ruwan Kumara Jayasekara Temporary Assistant Lecturer, Department of
Archaeology and Heritage Management, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka
Student member, Sri Lanka Archaeologists’ Council
Dr. U.G.Gunasekara Senior Lecturer, University of Kelaniya
Jury Member, State Tele Awards
Member, National Photographic Society of Sri Lanka
Ms. D.A.K. Anupama Senior Lecturer, Department of Archaeology, University of Kelaniya
Mr. Chryshane Mendis Member of National Scientific Committee on Fortifications and Military Heritage, ICOMOS Sri Lanka,
Life Member, Royal Asiatic Society of Sri Lanka

Guest Lecturers

Lecturer Details
Prof. Osmund Bopearachchi Director of Research (Emeritus) French National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS.ENS),

Adjunct Professor of Central and South Asian Archaeology and Art History, University of California, Berkeley
Dr. P. Vidanapathirana Former Senior Lecturer, Postgraduate Institute of Archaeology