Advanced Certificate in Social Sciences
Advanced Certificate Department of Social Studies

The Certificate in Social Sciences is a distance education program offered by the Open University of Sri Lanka for employed adults and school leavers over 18 without formal secondary education. Completing the program allows entry into the Bachelor’s …

Duration :
Minimum Two years
Course Fee :

Issuing of Applications :
September 1, 2026
Closing Date for Applications :
September 30, 2026

Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences
Undergraduate Department of Social Studies

The BA in Social Sciences at the Open University of Sri Lanka is a multi-disciplinary degree program starting at Level 3, offered in English. The program spans several years, with each year divided into two semesters, allowing students to complete up …

Duration :
Minimum 03 Years
Course Fee :

Issuing of Applications :
September 1, 2026
Closing Date for Applications :
September 30, 2026

Master of Arts in Development Studies and Public Policy
Postgraduate Department of Social Studies

The MA in Development and Policy Studies, offered by the Open University of Sri Lanka in collaboration with the Marga Institute, aims to enhance education and research in the field through an integrative social sciences approach. The two-year program …

Duration :
2 Years
Course Fee :

Issuing of Applications :
September 1, 2026
Closing Date for Applications :
September 30, 2026

Short Course in Involuntary Land Acquisition and Resettlement (ILAR)
Short Courses Department of Social Studies

Duration :
03 Months
Course Fee :
50,000/=

Issuing of Applications :
October 1, 2026
Closing Date for Applications :
November 5, 2026

Diploma in Food Science
Diploma Department of Chemistry

Duration :
One Academic Year
Course Fee :
LKR 106,600/=

Issuing of Applications :
August 28, 2026
Closing Date for Applications :
September 25, 2026

Bachelor of Arts in Youth and Community Development
Undergraduate Department of Social Studies

The Bachelor of Arts in Youth and Community Development prepares individuals for careers in youth work across various sectors. The program offers a Diploma, Higher Diploma, and BA, equipping students with skills to address youth issues, communicate e …

Duration :
Three (03) years
Course Fee :

Issuing of Applications :
September 1, 2026
Closing Date for Applications :
September 30, 2026

Short course in Digital Marketing (Online/Onsite)
Short Courses Department of Marketing Management, Regional Educational Services

Duration :
Four (04) months and Two (02) weeks,
Coursework – 15 weeks (65 Hours),
Project Report – 03 week
Course Fee :
20,000.00

Next Intake :
September 2026 (Onsite), October 2026 (Online)

Advanced Certificate in Human Resource Management
Advanced Certificate Department of Human Resource Management

Upon Successful Completion, gain direct entry to the OUSl’s Bachelor of Management Studies Honours Degree Programme. No Selection Test Required. Get started with just O/L passes.

Duration :
One Academic Year
Course Fee :
Total : Rs. 39100/= Can be paid in two installments. (1st Installment : Rs. 24,700/= 2nd Installment : Rs. 14,400/=)

Issuing of Applications :
August 1, 2026
Closing Date for Applications :
September 15, 2026

Diploma in English
Diploma Department of Language Studies

The Diploma in English Language and Literature is a one-year academic programme designed to meet the needs of students who wish to enhance their English language and communication skills. This programme also introduces students to the major literary …

Duration :
01 Year
Course Fee :
Rs: 74,200.00 "might be subject to change"

Issuing of Applications :
May 16, 2026
Closing Date for Applications :
June 10, 2026

Advanced Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management (ESBM)
Advanced Certificate Department of Organizational Studies

In Sri Lanka, many businesses fall under the small business category, with most located outside Colombo. Small enterprises play a key role in generating rural employment. Recognizing the socio-economic value of these ventures, the government has impl …

Duration :
One Academic Year
Course Fee :
Approximately Rs. 34,300.00 (payable in two installments)

Issuing of Applications :
May 4, 2026
Closing Date for Applications :
June 30, 2026