The purpose of the SRREF is to offer financial support to individuals who want to pursue higher education in Buddhism, especially Mahayana and Sanskrit studies, or related fields/subjects such as humanities or science [e.g., languages, therapeutic studies, meditation effects on physiology and psychology, art, music, dance related to Buddhist paradigm].
The bursary/scholarship programme targets interested individuals from around the world who wish to pursue higher education in the above noted areas in accredited institutions/ universities in Asia (excluding China, Japan, Korea, Malaysia and Singapore), In particular, scholarships will be awarded to individuals on the basis of demonstrated need; however, those with sufficient educational background, with a view to offer higher education to persons who would otherwise be deprived from such opportunities. The bursary/scholarship will cover tuition fees and/or living expenses.