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History of the University of Colombo

The University of Ceylon was established by the State Council on April 1942. The first Vice-Chancellor of the new University, Sir Ivor Jennings, hoisted the flag on July 1942 at the College House where his office and the central administration were located.

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Faculty of Arts

The Faculty of Arts is the largest in the University of Colombo in terms of student enrolment. The faculty has nine academic Departments and several teaching Units offering courses in the field of Social Sciences. Apart from undergraduate BA courses, several Departments offer courses for Diploma, Masters and Ph.D degrees. Many students who successfully complete Special BA Degrees, eventually register for postgraduate degree programs offered by the Faculty.
Faculty of Education

The Faculty of Education has earned a reputation as the first Faculty of Education to be established in Sri Lanka. The main objective of the Faculty from its inception has been to develop the capacity of teachers, educators, researchers and policy makers by equipping them with necessary knowledge skills and attitudes to serve the nation with their full potential.
Faculty of Graduate Studies

The Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS) of the University of Colombo is a pioneer Graduate Faculty in Sri Lanka established in 1987. It was established by the Universities Act 16 of 1978 and the Faculty of Graduate Studies Ordinance No. 3 of 1987. The mandate of the FGS is to “sponsor, coordinate and regulate postgraduate studies and specialized or multi-disciplinary research carried out within the University of Colombo.”
Faculty of Science

The Faculty of Science is clearly distinguished by its icon, the University tower, which is located in the heart of the Faculty. The tower and the associated buildings had come up in the early part of the last century and were used by the University College till the establishment of the University of Ceylon in 1942.
Faculty of Medicine

The Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka, established in 1870 and considered the undisputed matriarch of medical education in Sri Lanka has been a leader in medical training and research not only in this country but also in Asia.
Faculty of Law

The Faculty of Law of the University of Colombo is the only Faculty of Law in the entire University system in Sri Lanka. Situated in the heart of Colombo, based within the Island's oldest university, the Faculty of Law offers a four year programme of study, leading to the award of the Bachelor of Laws Degree. In addition, the Faculty of Law also offers courses leading to the Degrees of Master of Laws, Master of Philosophy and Doctor of Philosophy.
Faculty of Management & Finance

The Faculty of Management & Finance is committed to pursuing excellence in research, teaching, community services and university-industry cooperation and collaboration, whilst making all efforts to be the center of excellence for management and finance education in Sri Lanka. Living up to this commitment of national and international significance, the Faculty of Management & Finance embarked on planning for a major re-structuring program in late 1990s. The basic thrust of this strategic initiative was to incorporate disciplinary rigor, business practicality and skill development into the curriculum, thus exploring the avenues for building mutually beneficial and collaborative links between the Faculty and the industry.
The Library

The University of Colombo library system consists of the Central Library and faculty libraries.
Sri Palee Campus

The Western Campus of the University of Colombo was established by a notification of the Sri Lanka government Gazette (Extraordinary) No 928/1 dated 20th June 1996. Its name was subsequently amended as Sri Palee Campus of the University of Colombo, Sri Lanka.
In September 2002, University of Colombo School of Computing (UCSC) was established by merging The Institute of Computer Technology (ICT Ordinance 1987.09.21) and The Department of Computer Science both of the University of Colombo, as the first centre of higher learning of computing in Sri Lanka.

University of Colombo School of Computing (UCSC)
Institute of Indigenous Medicine (IIM)

The IIM is the premier Higher Educational Institute in Sri Lanka that provides instructions in Ayurveda, Unani and Indigenous system of medicine at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The college of Ayurveda was first started in the Island , subsequently upgraded and affiliated to the University of Colombo in the year 1977 as the Institute of Indigenous Medicine.

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The University conducts a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate degree and diploma courses. Intake to the basic degree courses are through the University Grants Commission..

FACULTIES

The University of Colombo has Eight Faculties with Academic Departments, a Campus, a School, Seven Institutes and five centres. Seven faculties cater to undergraduates as well as..

BUSINESS & SERVICES

The University of Colombo has an excellent track record of providing research expertise, consultancy services, training programmes,careers guidance for national development.

INTERNATIONAL

The University of Colombo is the Sri Lanka’s defining University and has a proud tradition of academic and research excellence. Among Sri Lanka’s tertiary institutions..

RESEARCH & INNOVATION

The University of Colombo has a strong commitment towards research. Academics in various disciplines engage in high quality research of local and international relevance.

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Vice Chancellor’s Awards for Research Excellence 2017

Nov

13

Vice Chancellor’s Awards for Research Excellence 2017

Postgraduate Convocation 2017

Nov

13

Postgraduate Convocation 2017

External Degree Convocation 2017

Nov

10

External Degree Convocation 2017

Annual Research Symposium 2018

Nov

08

Annual Research Symposium 2018

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Masters in Buddhist Studies 2019 / 2020

Masters in Buddhist Studies 2019 / 2020

Department of Buddhist Studies in the University of Colombo

Faculty of Law invites applications for PhD & M.Phil

Faculty of Law invites applications for PhD & M.Phil

Certificate in English for Tourism & Hospitality Management (CETHM)

Certificate in English for Tourism & Hospitality Management (CETHM)

The Certificate in English for Tourism & Hospitality Management(CETHM)

Postgraduate Diploma in Climate Change and Environmental Management 2018/2019

Postgraduate Diploma in Climate Change and Environmental Management 2018/2019

Applications are invited for the Postgraduate Diploma in Climate

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Young Economists Conference Colombo 2018

Nov

19

Young Economists Conference Colombo 2018

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Annual Research Sessions 2018 – Faculty of Graduate Studies

Nov

21

Annual Research Sessions 2018 – Faculty of Graduate Studies

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5th Annual Research Symposium 2018 – Department of Demography

Nov

23

5^th Annual Research Symposium 2018 – Department of Demography

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Dean’s Literary Award and Book Exhibition

Nov

26

Dean’s Literary Award and Book Exhibition

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