Mr.T.Thileepan
B.A (Hons) (PDN), PGD (Psy) (PDN), M.Phil (PDN)
Senior Lecturer Gr II
Philosophy of Science
Philosophy of Religion
Philosophy of Mind
General Psychology
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Philosophy at University of Peradeniya (Title of Dissertation: “David Hume’s Empiricist Thought, with Special Reference to ‘Inquiry Concerning Human Understanding’: A Philosophical Study.”)
Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology at University of Peradeniya.
Master of Philosophy in Philosophy at University of Peradeniya. (Title of Thesis: “The Role of Methodology in the Construction of Scientific Knowledge: A Comparative Study between Karl Popper and Thomas Kuhn.”)
- Diploma in Counselling and Group Work Skills – Theological College of Lanka, Peradeniya
Visiting Lecturer, Department of Applied Psychology, The Chiththa Advanced Psychological Studies Open Institute of Sri Lanka from 2023
Visiting Lecturer for Diploma in Counselling Psychology-2022/2023, Uva Wellassa University, Badulla from 28th May to 14th October 2022.
Lecturer in Philosophy, Department of Philosophy. University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka from 03rd Dec 2018 to date.
Temporary Lecturer in Philosophy, Department of Philosophy & Psychology. University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka (From 15th Sep 2010 to 02nd Apr 2012)
Instructor in IT – IT Center, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka (April 2011 to Aug 2011)
Teacher – A/L Logic and Scientific Method. (English & Tamil medium) C/Zahira College, Colombo 10, Sri Lanka. (From 26th Feb 2014 to 2nd Dec. 2018)
Banking Assistant at Peoples Bank, Valvettiturai Branch (Jaffna). (Sep 2002 to Sep 2003)
Resource Person for External Degree Program, (University of Peradeniya – External) Educational Progressive Institute (EPI) Kandy. (From 2007 to 2019)
Counselor – Blessed Virgin Convent – Gampola, Kandy, Sri Lanka. (From 2012 to 2015)
Refereed Journal Articles
Nirosan, S., Thileepan, T., (2022) Aanma Visaram: Pagavat Geeta and Thirumanthiram in Mukunthan, S., (Ed) Panpaadu, Colombo: Department of Hindu Religious and Cultural Affairs.
The role of methodological thoughts of Karl Popper and Thomas Kuhn in the construction of scientific knowledge: A comparative study. Journal of Cinthanai – 2020, Vol.9, Issue.1, Faculty of Arts, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka. Pp.27-45
The contribution of the methodological thoughts of Thomas Kuhn in the construction of scientific knowledge. Journal of Palkalai – 2020, Vol.9, Issue.1, Faculty of Arts, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka. 1-13
Language utility and language analysis: A review for applicability of Wittgenstein thoughts. Journal of Social Review – 2019, Vol.6, Issue.1, Faculty of Arts and Culture, South Eastern University of Sri Lanka. 85-9
Full Papers and Abstract published in Conference Proceedings
Thileepan, T., (2023). The role of moral literature in the reforms of society: A study of special reference to Naaladiyar. Fourth Tamilology international conference, University of Jaffna. Pp.280-287.
Social and Psychological Issue in Violence Culture: A study on Jaffna District. 28th Annual Scientific Sessions – 2022, Jaffna Science Association.
A Critical Study on Ethical Ideas in Indian Philosophy. 28th Annual Scientific Sessions – 2022, Jaffna Science Association.
Liberation: a study special reference to ‘Thirumurukattuppadai’ Second Tamil International Conference – 2021, University of Jaffna.
Teacher-Student Relationship in the Educational Thoughts of Confucianism. 10th South Eastern University International Arts Research Symposium – 2021.
God existence of Saivasittanta as authenticated by saint Thirunavukarasar in his devotional songs: A philosophical treatise. First Tamil International Conference – 2020, University of Jaffna.
Kilithaddu a traditional sport of the Tamils: A study for the propagation of this sport in the international arena. International movement for Tamil culture conference – 2020, Pondicherry University, India.
The role of Deductive and Inductive Methodology in the Construction of Scientific Knowledge: A Critical Study – 2019, In Proceeding of South Easter University International Arts Research Symposium.
The Role Karl Popper’s methodology in the construction of scientific Knowledge, Second International Research Conference – 2017, Trico Campus, Eastern University.
Perception in Saivasitantam: A Philosophical Study. Second International Conference – 2017, University of Jaffna.
The Problem of Induction: A Critical Study. Twenty fourth Annual Sessions – 2017, Jaffna Science Association, University of Jaffna.
The Role of Methodology in the Construction of Scientific Knowledge. Twenty Third Annual Sessions – 2016, Jaffna Science Association, University of Jaffna.
Book Chapters
Methodology in the growth of science: construction and application. Chapter from the Book of Philosophical analyses and Discourses by Dr. S. Kanesarajah – 2020, Oluvil, Sri Lanka.
Articles in Non-Refereed Journal/Magazine and Special Volume
The Problem of Body and Mind. Samuka Ariviyal Veli (2021). Issue 2, Jaffna Science Association, Section D.
Memory and Forgetting. Samuka Ariviyal Veli (2021). Issue 1, Jaffna Science Association, Section D.
Gnanamaarkkam – The Way of Salvation, Special Vol – Amuthagnanamaarkkam 2018.
The Techniques of Gaining Relief from Trauma, Thamil Amutham- Zahira College, Colombo – 2017.
Buddhism and Four Noble Truths, Hindu Dharmam – 2013, University of Peradeniya.
Nagarjuna’s shunniata: A Philosophical Study, Ilankathir – 2012, University of Peradeniya.
Socrates’ Moral Concept, Hindu Dharmam – 2013 University of Peradeniya
E. Moore’s Contemporary Moral Thoughts, Hindu Dharmam – 2012, University of Peradeniya.
Monism: East and West, Al-Inshirah magazine – 2011 University of Peradeniya
Sankiya Dualism: A Philosophical Study, Hindu Dharmam – 2011, University of Peradeniya.
God Existence: A Philosophical view, Hindu Dharmam – 2009, University of Peradeniya
Introduction to philosophy: scope and nature, Prof. V. Nanthakumar Felicitation Volume – 2008.
Ananthakumarasuwamy’s contribution to Indian Art and Esthetics, Hindu Dharmam – 2007 University of Peradeniya.
The influence Karma yoga in Bakavath Geetha, Hindu Dharmam – 2005, University of Peradeniya.
The Role of Kannaki worship in Non-Agamic tradition, Hindu Dharmam – 2005, University of Peradeniya.
Award for Academic Excellence in Philosophy at the convocation held in Peradeniya, on 26th March 2008.
Mahapola Higher scholarship (Merit) in 2002 for the G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination.
Colors Award Football (Browns medal) – 2007
Half Colors Award Football – 2006
Award for Inter-University Drama Competition – 2005
Award for National Drama Competition – 2005
News Papers and Magazine Articles
Introduction to Psychology (Anjali – December 2013)
Family Counseling (Anjali – August 2013)
Makuda Vaasakankalum Maaratha Unmaikalum (Engal Thesam – 01.05.2013)
Introduction to Counseling (Engal Thesam – 15.07.2012)
The Techniques of Gaining Relief from the Grief – 1 (Engal Thesam – 15.07.2012)
The Techniques of Gaining Relief from the Grief – 2 (Engal Thesam – 31.07.2012)
Music – A Way to Help with Trauma – 1 (Engal Thesam – 31.07.2012)
Music – A Way to Help with Trauma – 2 (Engal Thesam – 07.2012)
Rabinthiranath Tagore Perspective of Multi Personality – 1 (Uthayan – 07.05.2011)
Rabinthiranath Tagore Perspective of Multi Personality – 2 (Uthayan – 14.05.2011)
Aesthetics Perspective of Plato (Nanthavanam – 2011)
Compound Philosophy of Immanuel Kant – Maga Oya – 2005, University of Peradeniya
Published Learning Materials
எடுப்பளiவயியல் குறியீட்டாக்கம் (தரம் 12) அளவையியலும் விஞ்ஞானமுறையும், Channel NIE – தமிழ் மொழி, https://youtu.be/xVwHLHdKwx4
பெறுகை முறை (தரம் 12) அளவையியலும் விஞ்ஞானமுறையும், Channel NIE – தமிழ் மொழி, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Ppuf93BP9o
பெறுகை முறை (தரம் 12) அளவையியலும் விஞ்ஞானமுறையும், Channel NIE – தமிழ் மொழி, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ksWRfY9Ooc
Coordinator for the subject ‘Learning Gender’ (GC 1011) in the academic year 2021/2022
Associate Editor of the Editorial Board of the Journal of Cinthanai with effect from 28.06.2023 for three years.
Member of Editorial Committee, Undergraduate Research Symposium in Arts (URSA) – Arts 2023
Member of the Centre for Gender Equity and Equality (CGEE), University of Jaffna from 04.04.2023
Member of the University of Jaffna Teachers Association (UTA) 2023/2024
Students Counselor, Faculty of Arts, University of Jaffna from 08.03.2023 to 07.03.2024
Member of the Board of Student Discipline, University of Jaffna from 18.05.2023
Professional Membership
Chairperson, Jaffna Science Association Section D – 2023/2024
Editor, Jaffna Science Association – Section. D, University of Jaffna (2022/2023).
Secretary, Jaffna Science Association – Section. D (2020/2021)
Member of Editorial Board, Saiva Siddhantha Research Organization, Jaffna (2021)
Life Member of Jaffna Science Association, University of from 2020.
Counting Observer, Monitoring of Parliamentary General Election of Sri Lanka – 2020 Jaffna District on 04.08.2020.
Member of Sri Lanka National Association of Counsellors (Srilnac) No.2012/0220.
Justice of the Peace – Whole Island (Reg. No.18/03/NP/WI/549).
Member of the Young Men’s Christian Association, (YMCA) Jaffna.
Member of the Akila Ilankai Ilanko Kalakam, Jaffna.
Asst. Secretary of Hindu Graduate Union, University of Peradeniya (2010 – 2011)
Secretary of Hindu Graduate Union, University of Peradeniya (2009 – 2010)
President of Philosophy Cottage, University of Peradeniya (2006 – 2007)
Resource Person
Resource Person E-Learning Activity, Logic and Scientific Method, Provincial Department of Education, Northern Province 2022-2023
Resource Person Series of Seminars for the teachers of Logic, Organized by Ministry of Education on Sep. 2023
Coordinator, Gurugedara Educational Channel for the subject of Logic and Scientific Method, Conducted by National Institute of Education (2021).
Resource Person, Gurugedara Educational Channel for the subject of Logic and Scientific Method, Conducted by National Institute of Education (2021).
Resource Person, Seminar for Advanced Level Students (Through Zoom) Organized by Colombo Bishop College on 20.10.2021.
Setter and Moderator, Logic and Scientific Method, Organized by Provincial Department of Education, Northern Province on 18.10.2021.
Resource Person, Seminar for Advanced Level Students (Through Zoom) Organized by Colombo Hindu Ladies College on 19.06.2021.
Resource Person for Advanced Level Teachers, Organized by Valikamam Zonal Education Office in Maruthanarmadam on 23.04.2021.
Resource Person, Seminar for Advanced Level Students Organized by Uduppiddi American Mission College on 23.03.2021.
Participation in Workshops
Statistics and Data Analysis. Conducted by Staff Development Center University of Jaffna on 24.09.2021.
Research Basic with Oxford Scholarship Online – Citations. Organized by Oxford University Press on 04.08.2021.
Sharing the experience in conducting examinations in distance mode. Conducted by Staff Development Centre, University of Jaffna, on 13.07.2021.
Google suit for Online Teaching. Conducted by Staff Development Centre, University of Jaffna, on 13.07.2021.
Getting Published in Quality Journals, Evaluating Research Published and Research Quality Indicators How to Identify and Exclude Potential Predatory Publications. Conducted by Staff development center University of Jaffna on 07.07.2021.
Selecting a Topic for Impactful Research. Conducted by Staff development center University of Jaffna on 06.07.2021.
Postgraduate Scholarship Opportunities in Australia. Conducted by Probationary staff, Faculty of Arts University of Jaffna on 05.07.2021.
Promoting Critical Thinking through Reading Strategies among Second Language Learners. Organized by JSA Section D, University of Jaffna on 30.06.2021.
Acquiring the Required Postgraduate Qualification, award of Study leave, bond and surely agreement, Obligatory Service, and Promotion to a Higher Grade. Organized by SDC University of Jaffna on 25.06.2021.
The Training Session on Web of Science and Endnote. Conducted by Staff Development Centre in University of Jaffna, on 16.06.2021.
An overview of U.G.C circulars on confirmation and promotion of the probationary staff. Conducted by Probationary staff, Faculty of Arts University of Jaffna, on 11.06.2021.
Alternative Qualitative Research Methodologies. Conducted by Jaffna Science Association on 02.06.2021.
How to identify and choose the best-suited journal for publishing. Conducted by Staff Development Center, University of Jaffna on 19.04.2021.
Workshop on Modern Approaches to Teaching and Learning in HEIS. Conducted by SDC in University of Jaffna, on 16.04.2021.
Mind Fullness. Conducted by Staff Development Centre in University of Jaffna on 09.04.2021.
Growing Global International Social Work. Conducted by Madras Christian College, Department of social work, on 19.12.2020.
Workshop on SLQF, Team-Based Learning, Problem-Based Learning, Socio-Emotional Learning & Soft Skill Development. Organized by ELTA – ELSE, Faculty Development Project, AHEAD, Faculty of Arts, University of Jaffna on 1st & 2nd February 2020.
Prevention of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence, conducted by the University of Jaffna. (13th Nov 2019)
Workshop on Sexual and Gender-Based Violence in Higher Educational Institutions. Conducted by Staff Development Center, University of Jaffna on 13.11.2019.
Workshop for Advanced Level Students, S. Senanayake Library Auditorium, Kandy on 14th Oct. 2016.
First International Conference on the Social Science and Humanities, University of Peradeniya in 2011.
National Job Guidance Work Shop in Jaffna (2000)