Appreciation and Recognition: Awarding Certificates to the Committee Members of ARS 2023
The University successfully concluded the inauguration ceremony of the Annual Research Symposium (ARS) 2023 on November 2, 2023. Subsequently, various faculties, institutes, Sri Palee Campus, UCSC, and the Library conducted their respective research sessions. Following the completion of all ARS 2023-related activities, certificates were awarded to the committee members at the Senate Hall, College House, […]
Faculty of Law Triumphs at Crisis Control International Competition on Law of the Sea
The team representing the Faculty of Law emerged as the winners at the 2nd Edition of the Crisis Control International Competition on the Law of the Sea. This competition was organized by Govind Ramnath Kare College of Law, India, in collaboration with Faculdade de Direito da Universidade De Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal, in 2023. The winning […]
Celebrating Dedication: Long Service Awards Ceremony 2023
Commencement of Duties for Year 2024
The University of Colombo officially initiated its activities for the New Year on January 1, 2024, at the College House premises. A special event marked the occasion, attended by the Vice Chancellor, Senior Professor (Chair) H D Karunaratne along with the Rector of Sri Palee Campus, Dr P Mahanamahewa, Deans of Faculties, Directors of institutes […]
Launching of the book “An Odyssey through a Century: The Story of the Faculty of Science
The book “An Odyssey through a Century: The Story of the Faculty of Science, University of Colombo”, documenting the 100-year history of Science education at the tertiary level in Sri Lanka, was conceived in 2021 as part of the centenary celebrations of the Faculty of Science. This book is the result of dedicated work involving […]
Wisdom, Morality, and Well-being in Difficult Times – Seminar and Panel Discussion, Faculty of Medicine
JICA Chair Program 2023/24: Session on Sri Lanka-Japan Relationship and the Making of Modern Japan
The JICA Chair Program 2023/24 at the University of Colombo hosted its fifth session, titled ‘Sri Lanka-Japan Relationship and the Making of Modern Japan,’ at the Faculty of Management & Finance Auditorium on December 12th, 2023. The event was graced by the Special Advisor of JICA, Dr. Shinichi Kitaoka, and esteemed personnel from JICA, including […]
UOC Receives Silver Award for Excellence in Education at TAGS Award Ceremony
We are delighted to announce that the University of Colombo has been honoured with the Silver Award in the Education sector at the TAGS Award organized by CA Sri Lanka. This prestigious recognition highlights the university’s unwavering dedication to transparency, accountability, governance, and sustainability in corporate reporting, particularly through its annual report for the year […]
Pioneering the Metaverse: Next-Gen Real-Time Vessel Traffic Monitoring
At the prestigious 22nd Asia Pacific ICT Alliance (APICTA) Awards hosted in Hong Kong at Cyberport from December 6th to 7th, 2023, VT≋VR emerged as the singular triumph from Sri Lanka, standing out among 16 participating economies and competing against top universities across the region. The event witnessed the participation of 70 judges, 500+ delegates, […]
UOC Excels Globally: Secures Impressive Position in UI GreenMetric Award 2023
UOC Emerges as Top-Ranked University in Sri Lanka – QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2024
UOC Clinches Silver Awards for Outstanding Annual Report and Accounts
In a momentous achievement, the University of Colombo has secured prestigious accolades at the Public Sector Best Annual Report & Accounts Awards Competition 2022, organized by the APFASL, Public Sector wing of CA Sri Lanka. In the award ceremony held at BMICH in Colombo on December 4, 2023, The University of Colombo claimed the Silver […]
Celebrating Excellence: Diploma in Sinhala Awards Ceremony 2021/22
The awards ceremony for the Diploma in Sinhala for the 2021/22 batch took place on December 4, 2023, at the New Arts Theatre with the distinguished presence of the Vice Chancellor Senior Professor (Chair) H.D. Karunaratne. The keynote address was delivered by Senior Professor Saman Chandra Ranasinghe, Department of Languages, Cultural Studies and Performing Arts, […]
Faculty of Management & Finance Triumphs in Inter Faculty Overall Championship 2023
The Awarding Ceremony of the Inter Faculty Freshers’ Championships 2023 took place at the New Art Theater (NAT) on the 3rd of December 2023, celebrating the exceptional talents and achievements of freshmen across various disciplines and showcasing the university’s commitment to fostering a spirit of excellence among its newest members. The Inter Faculty Freshers’ Championships […]
JICA Chair Programme 2023/2024 – Field Visit to UCIARS, Weligatta
As part of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Chair Program 2023/2024, participants undertook a captivating field visit to the Institute for Agro-technology and Rural Sciences (UCIARS), University of Colombo in Weligatta, Hambantota. The day’s program was enriched by the presence of the Vice Chancellor Senior Professor (Chair) H.D. Karunaratne and the JICA team members. […]
Annual Research Symposium 2023 – Sri Palee Campus
The Annual Research Symposium (ARS) of Sri Palee Campus was held under the theme “Excellence in Research in Media and Creative Arts” on the 20th of November 2023 at the Mini Theatre, Sri Palee Campus. The chief guest was the Vice Chancellor, Senior Professor (Chair) H.D. Karunaratne, and the Guest of Honor was the Rector […]
