UOC Achieves Remarkable Ranking in AppliedHE Public University Ranking for Asia 2026
The University of Colombo has earned a prestigious spot among the top universities in Asia, securing a rank of 171-190 in the AppliedHE Public University Ranking for Asia 2026, while also holding the No. 1 rank in Sri Lanka. This ranking evaluates universities across six key dimensions: Teaching & Learning (30%), Employability (10%), Community Engagement […]
University of Colombo Engages with NIRDC: Advancing Research and Development in Sri Lanka
The University of Colombo hosted a high-level briefing on the emerging National Research & Development (R&D) and Commercialisation Framework with the Chair of the National Initiative for Research and Development Commercialisation (NIRDC), Professor Gomika Udugamasooriya, at the College House Premises on 29 December 2025. During his official visit to the University, Professor Udugamasooriya met Professor […]
Shri Ram College of Commerce and the University of Colombo Forge Stronger Academic Collaboration
Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC), University of Delhi, India, and the University of Colombo officially entered into a collaborative partnership on 21st November 2025 at the College House premises. This partnership aims to strengthen academic and institutional ties between the two esteemed institutions. The collaboration, formalised by Professor Indika Mahesh Karunathilake, Vice-Chancellor of the […]
HRDC Hosts Presentation Skills Development Workshop
The Human Resource Development Centre (HRDC) conducted the Presentation Skills Development Workshop on 24th November and 19th December 2025, marking the final session of the Certificate in Teaching in Higher Education (CTHE) course. This course is delivered in accordance with SEDA (UK) standards, providing participants with internationally recognised teaching competencies. The final session focused on […]
The Awarding Ceremony of the Mitsubishi Foundation (MUFG) Scholarship 2025
The Awarding Ceremony of the Mitsubishi Foundation (MUFG) Scholarship for 2025 was held on 18 December 2025 at the Senate Hall, College House premises. This marked the ninth consecutive year of the scholarship award, reaffirming the strong relationship between the University of Colombo and MUFG Bank in recognising and supporting academic excellence. The event was […]
Mr Collins Chong Yew Keat from the University of Malaya Visits University of Colombo for AUA Exchange
Mr Collins Chong Yew Keat from the University of Malaya visited the University of Colombo on 16 December 2025. During his visit, he had a discussion with the Vice Chancellor, Professor Indika Mahesh Karunathilake, the Director of the International Office, Dr Iroja Caldera, and the Senior Assistant Registrar, Mr S M Shifar. Mr Yew Keat, […]
University of Colombo and Sri Lanka Police Forge Strategic Partnership for Institutional Development and Digital Transformation
In a significant step towards advancing the institutional development of the Sri Lanka Police, the Inspector General of Police (IGP) and the Vice Chancellor recently held a meeting to discuss academic and professional collaboration on 16 December 2025 at the College House premises. The meeting focused on securing expert support for the development of a […]
Certificate Awarding Ceremony 2025 – Faculty of Indigenous Medicine
The Faculty of Indigenous Medicine hosted its Certificate Awarding Ceremony – 2025 on 13 December 2025 at the Faculty Auditorium, celebrating the completion of certificate courses conducted during the year 2025. The ceremony was graced by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Indika Mahesh Karunathilake, along with the Dean of the Faculty of Indigenous Medicine, Professor Pathirage Kamal Perera. Also, […]
University of Colombo Supports National GeoAI for Disaster Resilience Initiative
On 12 December 2025, the University of Colombo played a key academic role in the launch of the national initiative “GeoAI for Disaster Resilience”, organised by the Association of Disaster Risk Management Professionals (ADRiMP), Sri Lanka, and supported by the U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka. The initiative focuses on strengthening Sri Lanka’s disaster preparedness and […]
Undergraduate Students Launch ‘Saviya’ Initiative to Support Communities in Need
The aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah left communities shaken and landscapes changed. From this devastation, strength has emerged. Across the country, rebuilding has begun patiently, with hope leading the way. Supporting our communities’ recovery is crucial during this time of dire need, as the severe floods displaced thousands, interrupted schooling in several districts, and left many […]
Awareness Programme on Tax Form Filling and Submission – HRDC
The Human Resource Development Centre (HRDC) organised an awareness programme on Tax Form Filling and Submission on 20th November 2025 at the Jayarathne Auditorium, Faculty of Management and Finance. The session was conducted by Senior Deputy Commissioner, Mr M H D Meneripitiya and Deputy Commissioner, Mr H A K K Sanath from the Sri Lanka […]
University of Colombo Signs MoU to Establish ‘Rupert Ferdinands Memorial Medal’ for Outstanding Sportsmen & Sportswomen
The University of Colombo reached a historic milestone on 19th November 2025 with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Colombo University Alumni Association Victoria (CUAAV) to establish the prestigious “Rupert Ferdinands Memorial Medal.” This distinguished medal will be awarded annually to the Most Outstanding Sportsman and Sportswoman at the University of […]
Delegates from the Regional Erasmus+ Cluster Meeting and Contact-Making Seminar 2025 Visit the University of Colombo
Delegates from the Regional Erasmus+ Cluster Meeting and Contact-Making Seminar 2025 for Asia, the Middle East and the Pacific visited the University of Colombo on 19 November 2025. The delegation was accompanied by Ms Sasika Liyanage, Director of Overseas Education at the Ministry of Education, Higher Education, and Vocational Education. They were formally welcomed by […]
University of Colombo Secures Spot in ShanghaiRanking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2025
The University of Colombo has earned recognition in the ShanghaiRanking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2025. This year, the ranking includes over 2,000 universities from 92 countries and regions across 57 academic subjects. Among the subjects ranked, the University of Colombo has proudly secured a place in the Clinical Medicine category, with a world ranking […]
Professor Indika Karunathilake Elected President-Elect of APACPH
Niketh Karunaratne Wins the APACPH Young Investigator Travel Award
We’re thrilled to announce that Mr Niketh Karunaratne, Faculty of Medicine, has been awarded the prestigious APACPH Young Investigator Travel Award at the APACPH 2025 conference, held on November 4, 2025, in Chiang Rai, Thailand. This remarkable achievement recognises Niketh’s dedication to advancing public health research and his outstanding contributions to the field, with guidance […]
