Open University of Sri Lanka Ranking and Reviews

Open University of Sri Lanka Country Rank: 12 – Open University of Sri Lanka World Rank: 5,497

Open University of Sri Lanka located in Nugegoda and founded in 1978. Sri Lanka has a population over 22 million. Open University of Sri Lanka is a state university. The university offering short courses, online courses and degree programs. Open University of Sri Lanka Acceptance rate is %54 – 67. Type of degree programs is a Bachelor’s (B.Sc) Degree, Master’s degree (M.Sc) and Doctor of Philosophy (Phd.). Visit Ministry of Higher Education in Sri Lanka for university accreditation. Please find below other informations about university.

Open University of Sri Lanka Courses and Degree Programs

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  • Certificate of Completion in Computer Literacy
  • Short Course in Technology Enhanced Professional Development
  • Short course in Soil-less Agricultural Technology for Urban Gardening
  • Short Course in Video Production
  • Short Course in Screen Performance
  • Short Course in German Language for Nurses
  • Short Course in German Language for Nurses
  • Short Course in Digital Learning (Online)
  • Short Course in Professional Computer Applications (Colombo & Kandy Regional Centre)
  • Short course in Graphic Designing (Online)
  • Short course in Professional web development using Joomla and WordPress (Online)
  • Short course in Professional Web Designing (Online)
  • Short Course in Marketing Management (Online)
  • Short Course on School Management (Online) – Tamil Medium
  • Short Course for Effective Use of AutoCAD for Engineering Drawings (Online)
  • Bachelor of Education (Honours) in Primary Education Degree Programme
  • Commonwealth Executive Master of Business / Public Administration
  • Plant Breeding Techniques (Short Course)
  • Advanced Certificate Programme in Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management (ESBM)
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Practice in English (PGDip PPE)
  • Postgraduate Diploma/Master of Arts In Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL)
  • Advanced Certificate in Social Sciences
  • Advanced Certificate in Science
  • Certificate of Completion in Computer Literacy
  • Short Course in Technology Enhanced Professional Development
  • Short course in Soil-less Agricultural Technology for Urban Gardening
  • Short Course in Video Production
  • Short Course in Screen Performance
  • Short Course in German Language for Nurses
  • Short Course on Adobe Photoshop for Beginners.
  • Short Course on Introduction to Workshop Practice
  • Short Course in Computer Network and Security
  • Short Course on Effective Language usage in printed and digital course
  • Short Course in PHP MySQL Web Development
  • Short Course in English for Employment
  • Short Course in Qualitative Data Analysis
  • Short Course in Digital Marketing (Online)
  • Short Course in Digital Learning (Online)
  • Short Course in Professional Computer Applications (Colombo & Kandy Regional Centre)
  • Short course in Professional Web Designing / Galle Study Centre
  • Short course in Professional Certificate in Revit Architecture (Online)
  • Short course in Graphic Designing (Online)
  • Short course in Professional web development using Joomla and WordPress (Online)
  • Short course in Professional Web Designing (Online)
  • English for Academic Purposes (Legal Studies)
  • English for Social Sciences
  • English for General Academic Purposes (EGAP)–Cycle 01/02/03
  • Short course in Capacity Development for SLEAS Officers (ONLINE)
  • Short course in Listening & Speech (Online)
  • Short Course in Marketing Management (Online)
  • Short Course in Korean Language
  • Short course in Tourism and Hotel Operations
  • Short Course on School Management (Online) – Tamil Medium
  • Short Course on Early Childhood Development
  • Online Short Course on Teaching Children with Learning Disabilities
  • Short Course in Human Resource Management (online)
  • Short Course for Effective Use of AutoCAD for Engineering Drawings (Online)
  • Short Course on Research Methodology in Education
  • Short Course in Financial Accounting (online)
  • Short Course in Computerized Accounting (Online)
  • Plant Breeding Techniques (Short Course)
  • Short Course on New GCE A/L English Literature Syllabus
  • Short Course in Academic Writing and Research Methods in the Social Sciences and Humanities
  • Certificate in Sinhala as a Second Language
  • Advanced Certificate in Sinhala as a Second Language
  • Advanced Certificate in Tamil as a Second Language
  • Certificate in Tamil as a Second Language
  • Advanced Certificate in Laboratory Technology
  • Advanced Certificate in English for Business & Professional Communication
  • Advanced Certificate in Apparel Technology
  • Advanced Certificate Programme in Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management (ESBM)
  • Advanced Certificate in Pre-school Education
  • Advanced Certificate in Wildlife Conservation and Management
  • Advanced Certificate in Social Sciences
  • Advanced Certificate in Science
  • Higher Diploma in Youth Development
  • Diploma in Microbiology
  • Diploma in Food Science
  • Diploma in Natural Resources and Ecotourism
  • Diploma in Science in Laboratory Technology
  • Diploma in Tourism Operations
  • Diploma in Environmental Science
  • Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Primary Education
  • Diploma in English Language & Literature
  • Bachelor of Technology Honours in Engineering – (Civil Engineering)
  • Bachelor of Science Honours in Zoology
  • Bachelor of Science honours in Physics
  • Bachelor of Science Honours in Mathematics
  • Bachelor of Science Honours in Chemistry
  • Bachelor of Science Honours in Botany
  • Bachelor of Technology (BTech) Honours in Agriculture and Plantation Engineering
  • BA in Tamil and Tamil Language Teaching
  • Bachelor of Industrial Studies Honours – Agriculture
  • Bachelor of Software Engineering Honours
  • Bachelor of Technology – Electronic and Communication Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Mechatronics Engineering
  • Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences
  • The Bachelor of Education Honours in Natural Sciences Degree Programme- Level 5/ Level 6
  • Bachelor of Laws Degree Programme
  • Bachelor of Technology – Electrical Engineering
  • Bachelor of Technology – Computer Engineering
  • Bachelor of Education (Honours) in Primary Education Degree Programme
  • Bachelor of Technology Honours in Engineering – Textile & Clothing
  • Bachelor of Industrial Studies Honours – Textile Manufacture Specialization
  • Bachelor of Industrial Studies Honours – Fashion Design and Product Development
  • Bachelor of Industrial Studies Honours – Apparel Production and Management
  • Bachelor of Science Honours in Engineering
  • Bachelor of Science
  • Bachelor of Industrial Studies Honours
  • The Bachelor of Education Honours in Natural Sciences Degree Programme
  • Bachelor of Education Honours in Drama and Theatre
  • Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Sciences Honours
  • Bachelor of Education Honours in Special Needs Education
  • Bachelor of Science Honours in Psychology
  • Bachelor of Pharmacy Honours
  • Bachelor of Science Honours in Nursing
  • Bachelor of Management Studies Honours
  • Bachelor of Arts Honors in Library and Information Studies
  • Bachelor of Arts in English and English Language Teaching
  • Bachelor of Technology Honours in Engineering – (Civil Engineering)
  • Bachelor of Arts in Youth and Community Development
  • MSc in Public Procurement and Supply Chain Management
  • MSc in Energy for Circular Economy
  • Master of Science in Industrial Engineering
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Special Needs Education
  • English for MATE (English for Masters in Teacher Education)
  • Master of Arts in Education
  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSc N) Degree
  • Post Graduate Diploma in Education
  • Master of Energy Management (MEM)
  • Master of Teacher Education (MTE)
  • Master of Laws in Criminal Justice Administration
  • Commonwealth Executive Master of Business / Public Administration
  • MBA in Human Resource Management
  • Master of Arts in Development Studies and Public Policy
  • Master of Education in Special Needs Education Degree Programme
  • Master of Education
  • MSc in Medical Entomology & Applied Parasitology
  • Master of Science in Structural Engineering
  • Master of Philosophy in Education and Doctor of Philosophy in Education
  • Master of Science in Environmental Science
  • Enhancing Teacher Capacities in the Teaching of English Literature for G.C.E. Ordinary Level New Syllabus
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Bilingual Education (BE)
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Practice in English (PGDip PPE)
  • Postgraduate Diploma/Master of Arts In Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL)
  • Master of Arts in Teaching Literature in a Second Language Context

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Open University of Sri Lanka Course Fees

Course fees has to be paid on time at the registration and when ever required. The University has the authority to revise the Course fees at any time without prior notice.

Open University of Sri Lanka Course fees range is over Rs. 86,700.00. Check table below.

Registration feeRs.1000.00
University Facility feeRs.1500.00
Library facility feeRs.200.00
Tuition fee- Per CreditRs.1,700.00
Note: Fees may change. Please make contact with university before making any decision.

Total tuition fees (1,700/- X 51 Credits) Rs. 86,700.00

Tuition fees for Continuing Education Courses

LEE1601Rs.15,300.00
Total feeRs.Rs. 89,400.00 +15,300.00
Rs.104,700.00

Course fee is subject to revision as and when necessary.

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Open University of Sri Lanka Admission Requirements

Academic Calendar: Spring semester (January – April); Summer semester (May-August); Fall semester (September-December)

International students for regular courses

The Open University of Sri Lanka (OUSL) will seek to enrol overseas students from a diverse range of countries to expand educational experience across countries. The OUSL offers range of study programmes through six faculties: natural sciences, engineering, management, education, humanities and management at the certificates, advanced certificates, diplomas, degrees, postgraduate diplomas, and higher degrees.

The admission to a programme of study offered by the OUSL will be conditional upon successful meeting of the entry requirements set for each program, which includes English language proficiency.

Visiting Research Students

The Open University of Sri Lanka (OUSL) will seek to enrol overseas research students from a diverse range of countries to enlarge research experience within Sri Lanka. These guidelines apply to all overseas students enrolled as visiting research student to do their field work/research study/laboratory work with the OUSL as part of their postgraduate research programme. This section provides a broad framework and set of principles regarding the admissions and enrollment process.

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Open University of Sri Lanka Scholarship

University Bursary Selection Criteria

The Open University of Sri Lanka is awarding Bursaries (University Bursary) to Students annually. The amount of the Bursary is 50% of the tuition fee paid by the student in the previous academic year for which the student is eligible. A student may be awarded a University Bursary only in two academic years, at different Levels of a study programme. Students shall be selected based on an application made by them on the basis of Merit and Need.

Eligibility Criteria for the Award of Bursary

Student should have been registered for a programme of study of a minimum duration of two years. However, those registered in programmes leading to one from to another in a difference level (e.g. Certificate, Advanced Certificate to Diploma/Degree) may also be considered for selection.

Student should have sat and attained a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 in the final examinations of courses adding up to a total of at least 15 credits at the particular Level in the previous year. Only courses considered for the final award of the programme will be taken to calculate the

GPA. The gross family income of the student shall be less than Rs 500,000/= (Student shall submit a Gramasewaka certificate that his/her annual gross family income is less than Rs. 500,000/=) No disciplinary action should have been taken against the student.

Note: The University from time to time may make necessary amendments to the criteria while abiding by the guidelines proposed in this document.

Incomplete and illegible applications will be rejected without any enquiry.

Students are requested to hand over/post the application to the Student Welfare Division on or before two weeks.

Right now there is no any scholarship offerings at … for local and international students. Please check later this page or visit universities scholarships page for more information.

Open University of Sri Lanka Application Form

Housing and Dormitory Fees

The average monthly housing and dormitory fees for students in the Sri Lanka can vary based on factors such as location, accommodation type, and amenities provided. On average, students can expect to budget is over 417,714.24 Rs to 75,330.00 Rs per annum for housing or dormitory expenses.

Cost of Living in Sri Lanka

Housing: 34,809.52 Rs to 62,775.00 Rs – includes the cost of rent, utilities, and other associated expenses. The cost of housing will vary depending on the size and location of your home, as well as the amenities offered. This informations was gathered in April 2024.

Food: 53,822.02 Rs – 80,869.00 Rs includes the cost of groceries, meals out, and other food-related expenses. The cost of food will vary depending on your dietary needs and how often you eat out.

Transportation, Entertainment and Utilities: 50.00 Rs – 1,750.00 Rs – includes the cost of public transportation, gas, and parking. The cost of transportation will vary depending on how much you travel and how you get around. This informations was gathered in April 2024

Communication: Rs 580.00 – This includes the cost of cell phone service, internet, and other communication expenses. The cost of communication will vary depending on your usage and the plan you choose. This informations was gathered in April 2024

Open University of Sri Lanka Address

Address: Nawala, Nugegoda 11222, Sri Lanka

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