Bachelor of Industrial Studies Honours (BIS) – Textile Manufacture Specialization

Bachelor of Industrial Studies – Textile Manufacture program is designed to provide an opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge in the area of production of textile materials such as fibres, yarns and fabrics. Finishing process of fabrics, quality control and some managerial aspects will also be taught under this program.

Objectives of the program 

  • The employees in the Textile and allied industry lacking of thorough knowledge about the production of textile materials and middle level management skills will be able to gain the sound knowledge on above areas. The program also enhances their carrier prospects with the improvement of the management skills to maintain quality and productivity.
  • This program also provides an opportunity to the undergraduate who seeks employments in the area of textile industry, to enter to the job market.
  • Another important aspect of the program is to provide an opportunity to develop carrier prospects in textile and allied industry as managers with in-depth managerial and technical knowledge.

Program duration: Minimum 4 years for applicants entering with GCE (A/L) qualification, however depending on your available time and capabilities, it is possible to spread over a longer duration. Applicants entering with higher qualification such as two year diploma acceptable to the University or NDT in the relevant field are able to finish within minimum of two years period.

Teaching mode: Distance mode, limited lecture hours with face to face teaching and laboratory session, more printed course materials and on line teaching.

Language of study: English

Programme Learning Outcomes (PLO’s)

After completing prescribed courses and training, the graduates of relevant Industrial Studies disciplines will be able to achieve the following outcomes.

PLO1:     Ability to apply theoretical knowledge in technical activities.

PLO2:     Ability to apply skills and techniques effectively and efficiently in the relevant fields.

PLO3:     Apply advanced knowledge on technology for the betterment of industry and/or the appropriate fields.

PLO4:     Apply scientific and technology knowhow to identify problems in the industry and/or relevant fields.

PLO5:     Ability to critically analyse, appraise, interpret and evaluate the complex industrial issues.

PLO6:     Solve technical and non-technical problems providing valid conclusions   with multi disciplinary approach.

PLO7:     Assess social and environmental issues related to the industry and/or relevant fields.

PLO8:     Demonstrate the ability to address health, safety, ethical and legal aspects in industrial practices.

PLO9:     Communicate technical and non-technical information effectively and efficiently with the society at large.

PLO10:   Demonstrate personal responsibility, leadership qualities and ability to work in    teams in the diverse work environments.

PLO11:   Ability to engage in self-directed continuing professional development.

PLO12:   Identify business opportunities, and plan & develop new business ventures.

Programme Code :
BI13
Programme Category :
Degree Programme
Conducted by :
Dept. of Textile and Apparel Technology, Faculty of Engineering Technology
Programme duration :
Minimum 4 Years
Discipline(s) / Course(s) :
Textile Manufacture
  • Obtained three passes in any stream, at the General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level) Examination, Sri Lanka, in one sitting, or,
  • completed the Certificate in Industrial Studies in Apparel technology offered by the Open University of Sri Lanka, or,
  • completed the Advanced Certificate in Industrial Studies in Apparel technology offered by the Open University of Sri Lanka, or,
  • completion of any foundation Programme offered by the Open University of Sri Lanka, or,
  • secured an equivalent or higher qualification acceptable to the Senate
Issuing applications for the academic year 2024/2025 is now closed. Applications for the 2025/2026 academic year will be issued in late 2025.
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Contact Details

This programme is conducted by the department of Textile and Apparel Technology, Faculty of Engineering Technology. Contact the Head of the Department for further details.

Address :
Department of Textile and Apparel Technology, Faculty of Engineering, OUSL
Contact :
0112881310
Email :
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