Guidebook – The Open University of Sri Lanka https://ou.ac.lk Open and Distance Learning : learning opportunities to anyone, anywhere, and at any time. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 08:33:56 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://ou.ac.lk/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/cropped-favicon-logo-RGB-32x32.png Guidebook – The Open University of Sri Lanka https://ou.ac.lk 32 32 Prospectus 2026/2027 https://ou.ac.lk/prospectus/ Fri, 12 Jan 2024 08:07:58 +0000 https://ou.ac.lk/?p=3262 The study system of the OUSL is based on open and distance learning methods. It is different to the conventional study system that most of you are familiar with. Regular attendance at the University is not required and is therefore well suited for those of you who are employed or engaged with other commitments.

Student learning is facilitated through carefully prepared printed course material suitable for self-learning. Printed course material is supplemented with audio visual and online learning material. Your progress in courses is evaluated at different time intervals using a variety of assessment methods such as assignment tests and final examinations

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]]> Guide to Applicants for Stand-Alone courses in Science 2025/2026 https://ou.ac.lk/guide-to-applicants-for-stand-alone-courses-in-science-2023-2024/ Tue, 31 Oct 2023 08:53:48 +0000 https://ou.ac.lk/?p=3104 The “Guide to Applicants” provides you information you would require to enroll in the stand-alone courses offered by the Faculty of Natural Sciences, The Open University of Sri Lanka.

Enrolling in stand-alone courses will enable you to obtain knowledge in specific areas without having to register for a complete programme of study.

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]]> Standard Operating Procedures https://ou.ac.lk/standard-operating-procedures/ Tue, 31 Oct 2023 08:52:29 +0000 https://ou.ac.lk/?p=3103
  • Mission and Objectives of the Faculty of Natural Sciences
  • Organogram of the Faculty of Natural Sciences
  • Contact Information
  • The Study System
  • Preparing Activity Schedule of the academic year
  • etc.

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    ]]>         Undergraduate Guidebook 2025/2026 https://ou.ac.lk/undergraduate-guidebook-2023-2024/ Tue, 31 Oct 2023 08:51:01 +0000 https://ou.ac.lk/?p=3102 Programmes/Courses described in this Guidebook
    Bachelor of Science Degree
    Bachelor of Science (Honours) Degree
    Higher Diploma in Science
    Other Programmes/Courses

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    ]]>         The Study System of the University https://ou.ac.lk/the-study-system-of-the-university/ Tue, 31 Oct 2023 08:47:26 +0000 https://ou.ac.lk/?p=3101 The study system of the OUSL is based on open and distance learning methods. It is different to the conventional study system that most of you are familiar with. Regular attendance at the University is not required and is therefore well suited for those of you who are employed or engaged with other commitments.

    Student learning is facilitated through carefully prepared printed course material suitable for self-learning. Printed course material is supplemented with audio visual and online learning material. Your progress in courses is evaluated at different time intervals using a variety of assessment methods such as assignment tests and final examinations

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