Certificate Programmes – OUSL https://ou.ac.lk Tue, 16 Jul 2024 06:47:33 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.5 /wp-content/uploads/2023/10/cropped-favicon-logo-RGB-32x32.png Certificate Programmes – OUSL https://ou.ac.lk 32 32 Certificate in Sinhala as a Second Language https://ou.ac.lk/cersinhalasl/ Tue, 31 May 2022 07:35:45 +0000 https://ou.ac.lk/?p=34028

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 private sector who wish to improve their communication skills in Sinhala, in order that they may function more efficiently at their places of work. A variety of exercises, tasks and activities have been designed following the communicative method of language teaching. This has been especially designed for those whose first language is Tamil.

COURSE MATERIAL
➢ The study pack includes printed materials course and Audio materials.
➢ This programme has been designed for self-study but is supported by weekend classroom sessions of 2 hours conducted at the Regional/ selected Study Centres.

EVALUATION
The evaluation scheme consists of 2 Continuous Assessment Tests at regular intervals, and a Final Examination (Written & Oral). The CA component is mandatory.

General

Programme Code :
CSSL
Programme Category :
Certificate Programme
Conducted by :
Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
Programme duration :
Minimum 1 years
Medium :
 Sinhala / Tamil / English

Admission

• 16 years of age and shall be required to have completed primary education.

Application

Accepting on-line Applications:
Closing Date for Applications:
Programme Registration date:
  
Programme Commencing Date:
  

Finance

Local Students

Registration fee Rs. 500.00
University Facility fee Rs. 2500.00
Tuition fee Rs. 880.00 (per credit)

Overseas Students

• Registration fee : US$ 100.00 per year

Tuition fee (Developed Countries) US$ 20.00 (per credit)
Tuition fee (Developing Countries) US$ 10.00 (per credit)

Further Details

This Advanced certificate programme is conducted by the Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences.

Address :

Department of Language Studies, Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences, The Open University of Sri Lanka, Nawala, Nugegoda.
Contact :
011 2881035, 0112881428, 0112881124, 0112881000
Email :
 lessonsousl@gmail.com
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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 private sector who wish to improve their communication skills in Sinhala, in order that they may function more efficiently at their places of work. A variety of exercises, tasks and activities have been designed following the communicative method of language teaching. This has been especially designed for those whose first language is Tamil.

COURSE MATERIAL

➢ The study pack includes printed course materials and audio materials.
➢ This programme has been designed for self-study but is supported by weekend classroom sessions of 2 hours conducted at the Regional/ selected Study Centres.

EVALUATION
The evaluation scheme consists of 2 Continuous Assessment Tests at regular intervals, and a Final Examination (Written & Oral). The CA component is mandatory.

General

Programme Code :
ACSSL
Programme Category :
Advanced Certificate Programme
Conducted by :
Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
Programme duration :
Minimum 1 years
Medium :
 Sinhala / Tamil / English

Admission

1.   Age Limit: Above 18 years

• Credit pass or above in Sinhala as a Second Language at G.C.E. (O/L) Examination in the old syllabus/ new syllabus, or
• Successfully completed the Basic course in Sinhala conducted by the OUSL, or
• Successfully completed the Certificate in Sinhala as a Second Language conducted by the OUSL, or
• Obtained a credit (C) passes in the language proficiency test (Part I, Part II, Part III) conducted by the Ministry of National Languages and Social Integration, or
• An equivalent or higher educational and professional qualification acceptable to the Senate.

Application

Accepting on-line Applications:
Closing Date for Applications:
Programme Registration date:
  
Programme Commencing Date:
  

Finance

Local Students

Registration fee Rs. 500.00
University Facility fee Rs. 2500.00
Tuition fee Rs. 880.00 (per credit)

Overseas Students

• Registration fee : US$ 100.00 per year

Tuition fee (Developed Countries) US$ 20.00 (per credit)
Tuition fee (Developing Countries) US$ 10.00 (per credit)

Further Details

This Advanced certificate programme is conducted by the Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences.

Address :

Department of Language Studies, Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences, The Open University of Sri Lanka, Nawala, Nugegoda.
Contact :
011 2881035, 0112881428, 0112881124, 0112881000
Email :
 lessonsousl@gmail.com
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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 private sector who wish to improve their communication skills in Sinhala, in order that they may function more efficiently at their places of work. A variety of exercises, tasks and activities have been designed following the communicative method of language teaching. This has been especially designed for those whose first language is Sinhala.

COURSE MATERIAL
➢ The study pack includes printed course materials and audio materials.
➢ This programme has been designed for self-study but is supported by weekend classroom sessions of 2 hours conducted at the Regional/ selected Study Centres.

EVALUATION
The evaluation scheme consists of 2 Continuous Assessment Tests at regular intervals, and a Final Examination (Written & Oral). The CA component is mandatory

General

Programme Code :
ACTSL
Programme Category :
Advanced Certificate Programme
Conducted by :
Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
Programme duration :
Minimum 1 years
Medium :
 Sinhala / Tamil / English

Admission

1.   Age Limit: Above 18 years

• Credit pass or above in Tamil as a Second Language at G.C.E. (O/L) Examination in the old syllabus/ new syllabus, or
• Successfully completed the Basic course in Tamil conducted by the OUSL, or
• Successfully completed the Certificate in Tamil as a Second Language conducted by the OUSL, or
• Obtained a credit (C) passes in the language proficiency test (Part I, Part II, Part III) conducted by the Ministry of National Languages and Social Integration, or
• An equivalent or higher educational and professional qualification acceptable to the Senate.

Application

Accepting on-line Applications:
Closing Date for Applications:
Programme Registration date:
  
Programme Commencing Date:
  

Finance

Local Students

Registration fee Rs. 500.00
University Facility fee Rs. 2500.00
Tuition fee Rs. 880.00 (per credit)

Overseas Students

• Registration fee : US$ 100.00 per year

Tuition fee (Developed Countries) US$ 20.00 (per credit)
Tuition fee (Developing Countries) US$ 10.00 (per credit)

Further Details

This Advanced certificate programme is conducted by the Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences.

Address :

Department of Language Studies, Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences, The Open University of Sri Lanka, Nawala, Nugegoda.
Contact :
011 2881035, 0112881428, 0112881124, 0112881000
Email :
 lessonsousl@gmail.com
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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 private sector who wish to improve their communication skills in Tamil, in order that they may function more efficiently at their places of work. A variety of exercises, tasks and activities have been designed following the communicative method of language teaching. This has been especially designed for those whose first language is Sinhala.

COURSE MATERIAL
➢ The study pack includes printed course materials.
➢ This programme has been designed for self-study but is supported by weekend classroom sessions of 2 hours conducted at the Regional/ selected Study Centres.

EVALUATION
The evaluation scheme consists of 2 Continuous Assessment Tests at regular intervals, and a Final Examination (Written & Oral). The CA component is mandatory.

General

Programme Code :
CTSL
Programme Category :
Certificate Programme
Conducted by :
Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
Programme duration :
Minimum 1 years
Medium :
 Sinhala / Tamil / English

Admission

• 16 years of age and shall be required to have completed primary education.

Application

Accepting on-line Applications:
Closing Date for Applications:
Programme Registration date:
  
Programme Commencing Date:
  

Finance

Local Students

Registration fee Rs. 500.00
University Facility fee Rs. 2500.00
Tuition fee Rs. 880.00 (per credit)

Overseas Students

• Registration fee : US$ 100.00 per year

Tuition fee (Developed Countries) US$ 20.00 (per credit)
Tuition fee (Developing Countries) US$ 10.00 (per credit)

Further Details

This Advanced certificate programme is conducted by the Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences.

Address :

Department of Language Studies, Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences, The Open University of Sri Lanka, Nawala, Nugegoda.
Contact :
011 2881035, 0112881428, 0112881124, 0112881000
Email :
 lessonsousl@gmail.com
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]]> Advanced Certificate in English for Business & Professional Communication https://ou.ac.lk/advebprocom/ Thu, 03 Sep 2020 03:00:07 +0000 https://www.ou.ac.lk/?p=10580

This programme is specially designed for adults who wish to develop their English Language skills and enhance their career growth. The programme is offered at two stages: Stage 1 and Stage 2.

Stage 1 is an integrated course which focuses on all 04 language skills: Reading, Writing, Speech and Listening. Special attention is given to develop business communication skills for office use such as writing memos, notes and basic letters. A variety of exercises, tasks and activities have been designed to cater to students’ needs enabling them to function in English particularly in their place of work.

Students can enroll for the Stage 2 of this programme either on successful completion of the Stage 1 or by acquiring the required mark at the Placement Test. This is a comprehensive course designed to enable efficient functioning in the work place. The course material includes business correspondence such as writing e-mails, memos, letters, reports, minutes etc. It also provides for improving skills in reading, listening and speech supplemented by videos.

All candidates who successfully complete Stages 1 and 2 will be awarded the Advanced Certificate in English for Business and Professional Communication by the Open University of Sri Lanka.

Candidates who obtain this qualification may gain entry to the Diploma in English Language and Literature, based on their performance in the assessment.

Day schools will be held at your centre either on Saturday or on Sunday from 9.00 a.m. to 12.00 noon.

CA Tests will be held at all Regional and Study centres as follows:
Stage 1 -Saturday – 9.00 a.m.to 12.00 noon
Stage 2 – Sunday – 9.00 a.m.to 12.00 noon

 

Download Brochure

General

Programme Code :
AC
Programme Category :
Advanced Certificate Programme
Conducted by :
Dept. of Language Studies, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Programme Duration :
Stage I – 01 Year
Stage II – 01 Year
Discipline:
Language

Admission

Entry requirements

 (i)    All applicants should be above 18 years of age.

• Six (06) passes at G.C.E. (O/L) Examination, or
• Equivalent qualification

AND

• Grading Test

Application

Online Applications :
 18th September 2022
Closing Date for Applications :
 18th October 2022
Placement Test date :

 

 

 

Finance

Local Students

Stage I :  

Registration fee :  Rs. 500/-
Facility fee          : Rs. 2,500/-
Tuition fee          : Rs, 16,900/-
Sports Club         : Rs. 25/-
Total                  : Rs. 19,925/-

Stage II :  

Registration fee     :  Rs. 500/-
Facility fee              :  Rs. 2,500/-
Tuition fee              :  Rs, 27,000/-
Sports Club             : Rs. 25/-
Total                      : Rs.30,025/-

Foreign Students

Stage I :  

Developed Counties     : US$ 809
Developing Countries  : US$ 405

Stage II :  

Developed Counties     : US$ 1,292
Developing Countries  : US$  646

Further Details

This Certificate programme is conducted by the Dept. of Language Studies, Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences

Address :
Dept. of Language Studies, Nawala, Nugegoda.
Contact :
Ms. P. Fernando – 0112881430
Email :

 

Public Information Office, The Open University of Sri Lanka, Nawala, Nugegoda from 9.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m. (on all days except public holidays)

All other centres from 9.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m. (on all days except Sundays, Mondays and Public Holidays).

Public Information Office :Tel. 011-2881256/011-2881327

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This programme is designed to assist those engaged in the education and care of young children to advance their knowledge in the Principles of Child Development. It also attempts to create awareness of the issues related to the early years of childhood with special emphasis on Sri Lankan children and to sensitize child care givers to Values and Ethics related to Child Development in the present socio-cultural context.

This programme will be conducted in Sinhala, Tamil and English at the Colombo Regional Centre (Nawala) and Kandy Regional Centre. It will also be conducted at the following centers, only if a sufficient number of students are registered: Matara Regional Centre (Sinhala) & Jaffna Hatton Regional/Study Centres (Tamil).

Course Content

Compulsory Courses

  • Early Childhood Development
  • Methods and Management of Teaching and Learning in Pre-Schools
  • Socio-Cultural Perspectives in Early Childhood Education
  • Project

Optional Courses

  • Play in Early Childhood
  • Adjustment Problems in Early Childhood
  • Child Rights

General

Programme Code :
ESC
Programme Category :
Advanced Certificate Programme
Conducted by :
Dept. of Early Childhood, Faculty of Education
Programme Duration :
One year
Discipline(s) / Course(s) :
Preschool Education

Admission

  • Should have obtained the Certificate in Pre-School Education programme conducted by OUSL

Application

Online Applications :
 10th  September 2023
Closing Date for Applications :
09th  October 2023
Programme commencing date :

Finance

Local Students

Application fee: Rs. 750/=

 

Overseas Students
Tuition Fee : US$ 1,860*
 *: In addition to the above fee, are fundable deposit of US$ 1000 will be charged from the foreign students before the registration.  

Further Details

Public Information office, The Open University of Sri Lanka, Nawala, Nugegoda form 9.00am to 3.00 p.m. (on all days except public holidays).

Contact :
011 288 1482 / 011 288 1400
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The Certificate in Social Sciences is a Distance Education Certificate level programme offered by the Department of Social Studies of the Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences. This programme has been designed to promote the educational needs of the employed adults and school leavers above 18 years of age, who have not had the privilege of formal Secondary Education. Those who complete this programme successfully will be able to follow the Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences. It is also an entry qualification to sit for the Selection Test for LL.B and Management degree programmes of the Faculty.

                                                                                         

Prospectus-2023/2024                                    Student Guideline- English                  Student Guideline- Sinhala                Student Guideline- Tamil

General

Programme Code :
CP
Programme Category :
Certificate
Conducted by :
Dept. of Social Studies, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Programme duration :
Minimum Two years
Discipline(s) / Course(s) :
Mass Communication,Sociology ,Economics,Political Science ,Law,History,Geography,Management

Admission

• Completed junior secondary level, which is grade 9 or equivalent, or
• Completed primary education (which is grade 5) with certified work experience equivalent to a minimum period of two (02) years, or
• An equivalent or higher qualification acceptable to the OUSL Senate.

Application

Accepting on-line Applications:
 03rd April 2023
Closing Date for Applications:
  Closed
Programme Commencing Date:

Finance

Local Students

Application Fee  Rs 500/-

Further Details

This Certificate programme is conducted by the Department of Social Studies, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. Contact the coordinator: Mr. Cecil Hilrey further details.

 

Address :
Department of Social Studies, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Open University of Sri Lanka, Nawala, Nugegoda.
Contact :
0112881417 / 0112881403/ 0112881034 / 0112881496
Email :
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