Welcome to IBMBB
The Institute of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (IBMBB) is a postgraduate training institute of the University of Colombo. The main thrust areas of activities are MSc, MPhil and PhD programmes. The main objective of these courses is to provide focused training in current areas of molecular life sciences relevant to the development of Sri Lanka and also to encourage young graduates to proceed for further advanced studies leading to PhD.
Masters Programmes
IBMBB will commence academic activities of Masters/MSc courses in March every year. The Masters/MSc programmes at the IBMBB include extensive laboratory training and its graduates are in high demand in receiving job offers even before completion of the degree programme. Some of the successful MSc students are able to obtain PhD studentships at the IBMBB.
Placements for Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
(QECS)
IBMBB is one of the institutes recognized for hosting Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholars(QECS) by the Association of Commonwealth Universities. MSc in Molecular Life Sciences and MSc in Cellular & Molecular Immunology programmes are offered by IBMBB for QEC Scholars through the Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka. IBMBB has received Commonwealth Scholars since 2014 and since then has admitted scholars from Commonwealth Countries every year.
Learn on Your Schedule with IBMBB Self-Paced Courses.
Learn on Your Schedule with IBMBB Self-Paced Courses. Enhance your knowledge through flexible online learning designed to fit your lifestyle. Our self-paced courses provide…
Cancer Biology and Tumor Immunology: Molecular Mechanisms and Immune-Based Therapies
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Vaccinology: principles, practice and future directions
Vaccinology: principles, practice and future directions For more details, visit: https://www.ibmbb.cmb.ac.lk/?page_id=10219 Apply Now
Laboratory Attendant (Grade III) (On Assignment)
Laboratory Attendant (Grade III) (On Assignment).pdf
Call For Abstracts – Fourteenth Annual Scientific Sessions 2026
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Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, participated in a laboratory training visit to the Institute of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (IBMBB)
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Inauguration Ceremony of the B.Sc. in Molecular Biology and Bioentrepreneurship degree programme 2026 intake and Master of Medical Biotechnology 2026 intake
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