Advance Certificate in Wildlife Conservation and Management
Department of Zoology

Advance Certificate in Wildlife Conservation and Management progarmme is a one year study programme involving courses related to wildlife biology, ecology, conservation and management, wildlife study techniques and filed craft, wildlife case studies …

Duration : Minimum of 1 year

Course Fee : LKR 35,000/=

Issuing of Applications : October 1, 2025

Closing Date for Applications : November 7, 2025

Advanced Certificate in Social Sciences
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

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Issuing of Applications : September 1, 2025

Closing Date for Applications : September 30, 2025

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)

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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)

Next Intake : November 2025

Advanced Certificate in Human Resource Management
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 : June 2, 2025

Closing Date for Applications : August 20, 2025

Advanced Certificate in English for Business & Professional Communication
Department of Language Studies

Duration : Stage I – 01 Year / Stage II – 01 Year

Course Fee : Stage I : Rs. 19,925/- / Stage II : Rs.30,025/-

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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

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Issuing of Applications : May 15, 2025

Closing Date for Applications : June 15, 2025

Advanced Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management (ESBM)
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 5, 2025

Closing Date for Applications : June 21, 2025

Advanced Certificate in Pre-school Education
Department of Early Childhood and Primary Education

This program aims to enhance the knowledge of those involved in the education and care of young children regarding Child Development principles. It raises awareness of early childhood issues, focusing on Sri Lankan children, and promotes values and e …

Duration : 1 year

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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 : LRK 1,300/= per credit

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