Certificate in English for General Communication
Department of Language Studies

The Certificate in English for General Communication is designed to equip learners with foundational language skills for effective communication in a range of informal and formal contexts.

Duration : 01 Year

Course Fee : Rs 30,000/=

Issuing of Applications : March 30, 2026

Closing Date for Applications : May 29, 2026

Advanced Certificate in English for Professional Communication
Department of Language Studies

The Advanced Certificate in English for Professional Communication offers learners the opportunity to enhance their communication abilities and develop the language skills needed to function effectively in professional settings.

Duration : 01 Year

Course Fee : Rs 30,000/=

Issuing of Applications : March 30, 2026

Closing Date for Applications : May 29, 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 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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Diploma in English Language & Literature
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

Issuing of Applications : May 30, 2026

Closing Date for Applications : July 30, 2026

Programme in Tamil Programme in Sinhala
Department of Language Studies

This program aims to develop the four main language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing, along with proper grammar use. It targets government and private sector employees who want to improve their Tamil communication skills for better w …

Duration : Beginners’ Course – 01 Year / Basic Course – 01 Year

Course Fee : Beginners’ Course Rs. 6,700.00
Basic Course Rs. 9,900.00

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Certificate in Sinhala as a Second Language
Department of Language Studies

This programme focuses on developing the four major language skills, viz. listening, speaking, reading and writing and also the appropriate use of grammar. The programme also pays special attention to the needs of employees in the public sector and p …

Duration : Minimum 1 years

Course Fee :

Issuing of Applications : December 15, 2025

Closing Date for Applications : February 17, 2026

Advanced Certificate in Sinhala as a Second Language
Department of Language Studies

This course is designed for students studying Sinhala as a Second Language and also for those employed and working in government institution who wish to acquire additional Language proficiency in Sinhala.

Duration : 01 Year

Course Fee : Rs 30,000/ =(Approximately)

Issuing of Applications : December 15, 2025

Closing Date for Applications : February 17, 2026

Certificate in Tamil as a Second Language
Department of Language Studies

This programme focuses on developing the four major language skills, viz. listening, speaking, reading and writing and also the appropriate use of grammar. The programme also pays special attention to the needs of employees in the public sector and p …

Duration : Minimum 1 years

Course Fee :

Issuing of Applications : December 15, 2025

Closing Date for Applications : February 17, 2026

Advanced Certificate in Tamil as a Second Language
Department of Language Studies

This course is designed for students studying Tamil as a Second Language and also for those employed and working in government institution who wish to acquire additional Language proficiency in Tamil.

Duration : 01 Year

Course Fee : Rs 30,000/ =(Approximately)

Issuing of Applications : December 15, 2025

Closing Date for Applications : February 17, 2026