Advanced Certificate in Science programme (Foundation Courses for Science & Engineering Degree)
Natural Sciences

The Advanced Certificate in Science Programme  (ACS) is designed to encourage those without the basic entry qualifications to pursue higher studies in Bachelor of Degree, Bachelor of Engineering Technology (BIT) and  Bachelor of Industrial Studies (B …

Duration : 1 Year for (Science students); 2 Years (for non-Science students)

Course Fee : LKR 1,300/= per credit

Issuing of Applications : December 19, 2025

Closing Date for Applications : February 10, 2026

Bachelor of Arts in English and English Language Teaching
Department of Language Studies

The graduate of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, OUSL who has completed the BA Honours in English and ELT, is an effective communicator who can present ideas clearly with a sensitivity to his/her audience, a critical reader, a knowledge …

Duration : Minimum 04 Years

Course Fee :

Issuing of Applications : April 20, 2026

Closing Date for Applications : June 10, 2026

Short Course in Cosmetic Science and Technology
Department of Chemistry

Industry Focused Short Course in Cosmetic Science and Technology offered by the Department of Chemistry in collaboration with experts in cosmetic industry

Duration : 10 consecutive weekends

Course Fee : LKR 30,000/- (Full payment in one installment)

Issuing of Applications : January 1, 2026

Closing Date for Applications : February 5, 2026

Bachelor of Science
Natural Sciences

B.Sc. Degree programme is designed to contribute towards raising the general educational standards of the public by providing an opportunity for higher education in Science. This programme facilitates those already employed in the field, and late dev …

Duration : 3 years

Course Fee : Approximately LKR 300,000

Issuing of Applications : March 1, 2026

Closing Date for Applications : April 10, 2026

Post Graduate Diploma in Education
Department of Secondary & Tertiary Education

The Post Graduate Diploma in Education is a 36-credit program at the Open University of Sri Lanka, aimed at providing professional training for graduate teachers and education professionals. It includes 11 courses: 9 compulsory courses, 2 electives o …

Duration : Minimum One academic year(15 months)

Course Fee : Rs. 2,150.00 per credit (in two installments)

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Short Course in Using Generative AI for Educational Efficiency
Centre for Educational Technology & Media

A beginner friendly short course for teachers, learners and professionals using Gen AI tools for improving education practices.

Duration : 10 Weeks (Only on Saturdays - 6 hours per day)

Course Fee : Rs 25,000/-

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Short Course in English for Employment
Department of English Language Teaching

This course focuses on communication in the MODERN WORKPLACE through a blend of stimulating activities involving group and individual tasks.

Duration : 20 weeks (80 hrs)

Course Fee : Rs 30,000/=

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Commonwealth Executive Master of Business / Public Administration (CEMBA/CEMPA)
Department of Organizational Studies

The Commonwealth Executive Master of Business / Public Administration programme is excited to announce that online application opened. This is a great opportunity for working professionals to earn a postgraduate degree in business or public administr …

Duration : 02 years

Course Fee : Rs.475,000/=

Issuing of Applications : May 15, 2026

Closing Date for Applications : June 15, 2026

Bachelor of Arts Honors in Library and Information Studies
Humanities and Social Sciences, Information Studies Unit

The BA Hons (LIS) degree offered by the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at the Open University of Sri Lanka is designed for holders of a three-year LIS Diploma. The program focuses on managing knowledge resources, utilizing modern technolog …

Duration : 04 Years

Course Fee : Approximately Rs. 250,000

Issuing of Applications : February 20, 2026

Closing Date for Applications : April 25, 2026

Advanced Certificate in Laboratory Technology
Natural Sciences

The aim of the Advanced certificate in Laboratory Technology programme is to provide a basic scientific knowledge and training needed for employees in laboratories of government and private sector and to provide necessary qualifications to any intere …

Duration : Minimum 1 year

Course Fee : Rs.  35,000.00

Issuing of Applications : January 24, 2026

Closing Date for Applications : February 28, 2026