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  • ADMISSIONOF.STUDENTSWITH.FOREIGNQUALIFICATIONS..TOUNDERGRADUATECOURSES.

    OFTHEUNIVERSITIES.INSRILANKA

    ACADEMIC YEAR 2011/2012

    UNIVERSITY GRANTS COMMISSION

    SRI LANKA

  • UNIVERSITY GRANTS COMMISSION

    CBO - University of Colombo

    PDN - University of Peradeniya

    SJP - University of Sri Jayewardenepura

    KLN - University of Kelaniya

    MRT - University of Moratuwa

    UJA - University of Jaffna

    RUH - University of Ruhuna

    EUSL - Eastern University, Sri Lanka

    SEUSL - South Eastern University of Sri Lanka

    RUSL - Rajarata University of Sri Lanka

    SUSL - Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka

    WUSL - Wayamba University of Sri Lanka

    UWU - Uwa Wellassa University of Sri Lanka

    UVPA - The University of the Visual & Performing Arts

    OUSL - The Open University of Sri Lanka

    IIM - Institute of Indigenous Medicine

    GWAI - Gampaha Wickramaarachchi Ayurveda Institute

    UCSC - University of Colombo School of Computing

    SVIAS - Swami Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies

    RAFA - Ramanathan Academy of Fine Arts

    ABBREVIATIONS

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    Title PageAbbreviations

    PART ONE

    Introduction 1Courses of Study 1Minimum Requirements for Admission of Students with Foreign Qualifications 4English Language Proficiency 4Subject Pre-requisites and Particulars of Courses of Study 5Academic Year 5How to Apply 5Acknowledgement 6Selection and Offer of Places 6Accommodation 6Financial Assistance 6Fees Payable by Students with Foreign Qualifications 7

    PART TWO

    Subject pre-requisites for courses of study

    Arts Stream

    Arts 8Arts (SP) 9Arts (SAB) 10Communication Studies 10Peace & Conflict Resolution 10Islamic Studies 10Arabic Language 11Music/Dance/Art & Design/ Drama & Theatre/ Visual & Technological Arts/ Visual Arts 11

    Commerce Stream

    Management 12Public Management (Special) 12Estate Management & Valuation 12Commerce 12

    CONTENTS

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    Management Studies (TV) 14Business Information Systems (Special) 14

    Biological Science Stream

    Medicine 15Dental Surgery 15Veterinary Science 15Agricultural Technology & Management 15Agriculture 15Food Science & Nutrition 15Food Science & Technology 15Ayurveda / Unani / Siddha 16Biological Science 16Applied Sciences (Biological Science) 16Health Promotion 17Nursing 17Pharmacy 17Medical Laboratory Sciences 18Radiography 18Physiotheraphy 18Molecular Biology & Biochemistry 19Fisheries & Marine Sciences 19Environmental Conservation & Management 19Animal Science & Fisheries 19Food Production & Technology Management 20Agricultural Resource Management & Technology 20Agric Business Management 20Green Technology 20

    Physical Science Stream

    Engineering 21Engineering (EM) 22Engineering (TM) 22Physical Science 22Computer Science 22Information & Communication Technology (ICT) 22Applied Sciences (Physical Science) 23Transport & Logistics Management 24Industrial Statistics & Mathematical Finance 24

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    Statistics & Operations Research 24Computing & Information Systems 24

    Information Technology (IT) 25Management & Information Technology (MIT) 25Quantity Surveying 25Surveying Science 26Town & Country Planning 26Architecture 27Design (Architecture) 27Fashion Design & Product Development 27Landscape Architecture 28Law 29Facilities Management 29Computation & Management 29Management & Information Technology (SEUSL) 30Science & Technology 30Computer Science & Technology 30Entrepreneurship & Management 31Animal Science 31Export Agriculture 31Tea Technology & Value Addition 31Industrial Information Technology 32Mineral Resources & Technology 32Aquatic Resources Technology 32Palm & Latex Technology and Value Addition 32Hospitality, Tourism and Events Management 33Physical Education 33Sports Sciences & Management 33Speech & Hearing Sciences 33Information Technology & Management 33Tourism & Hospitality Management 34Information Systems 34

    PART THREEAnnex 1 - Subject Index 35Annex 2 - Addresses of Universities & Institutes 39

    offering undergraduate coursesApplication form for University Admission

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    1. INTRODUCTION1.1 The university system in Sri Lanka operates within the framework laid down in the Universities Act

    No. 16 of 1978. The selection of students for admission to undergraduate courses in the universitiesis a task assigned to the University Grants Commission (UGC) under the above Act. Accordingly,at present the UGC selects students for admission to undergraduate courses in the following fourteen(14) National Universities, three (03) Campuses and five (05) Institutes which have been set upunder the Universities Act.

    University of ColomboUniversity of PeradeniyaUniversity of Sri JayewardenepuraUniversity of KelaniyaUniversity of MoratuwaUniversity of JaffnaUniversity of RuhunaEastern University, Sri LankaSouth Eastern University of Sri LankaRajarata University of Sri LankaSabaragamuwa University of Sri LankaWayamba University of Sri LankaUva Wellassa University of Sri LankaUniversity of the Visual & Performing ArtsSripalee CampusTrincomalee CampusVavuniya CampusInstitute of Indigenous MedicineGampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda InstituteUniversity of Colombo School of ComputingSwami Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies, Eastern University, Sri LankaRamanathan Academy of Fine Arts, University of Jaffna

    The following Courses of Study can be offered at first degree level in the Universities in Sri Lanka.The duration of each of these courses of study is indicated against them.

    1. Medicine - 5 years2. Dental Surgery - 4 years3. Veterinary Science - 4 years4. Agriculture - 4 years5. Food Science & Nutrition - 4 years6. Biological Science - 3 years (Special 4 years)7. Applied Sciences (Bio. Science) - 3 years

    1.1 COURSE OF STUDY

    PART ONE

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    8. Engineering - 4 years9. Engineering (EM) - 4 years10. Engineering (TM) - 4 years11. Quantity Surveying - 4 years12. Computer Science - 3 years (Special 4 years)13. Physical Science - 3 years (Special 4 years)14. Surveying Science - 4 years15. Applied Sciences (Phy. Science) - 3 years16. Management - 4 years17. Estate Management & Valuation - 4 years18. Commerce - 4 years19. Arts - 3 years (Special 4 years)20. Arts (SP) - Mass Media - 4 years21. Arts (SAB) - 3 years22. Management Studies (TV) - 3 years23. Architecture - 5 years24. Design (Architecture) - 3 years25. Law - 4 years26. Information Technology - 4 years 27. Management & Information Technology - 4 years28. Public Management (Special) - 4 years29. Communication Sudies - 3 years30. Town & Country Planning - 4 years31. Peace & Conflict Resolution - 3 years32. Ayurvedic Medicine & Surgery - 6 years33. Unani Medicine & Surgery - 6 years34. Fashion Design & Product Development - 5 years35. Food Science & Technology - 4 years36. Siddha Medicine - 6 years37. Nursing - 3 years38. Information & Communication Technology - 3 years39. Agricultural Technology & Management - 4 years40. Arts (SP) Performing Arts - 4 years41. Health Promotion - 3 years42. Pharmacy - 3 years43. Medical Laboratory Sciences - 3 years44. Radiography - 3 years45. Physiotherapy - 3 years46. Environmental Conservation & Management - 3 years47. Facilities Management - 4 years48. Transport & Logistics Management - 4 years

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    49. Molecular Biology and Biochemistry - 3 years (Special 4 years)50. Industrial Statistics & Mathematical Finance - 3 years (Special 4 years)51. Statistics & Operations Research - 4 years52. Computation & Management - 4 years53. Fisheries & Marine Sciences - 4 years54. Islamic Studies - 3 years55. Science & Technology - 4 years56. Computer Science & Technology - 4 years57. Entrepreneurship & Management - 4 years58. Animal Science - 4 years59. Music - 4 years60. Dance - 4 years61. Art & Design - 4 years62. Drama & Theatre - 4 years63. Visual & Technological Arts - 4 years64. Export Agriculture - 4 years65. Tea Technology & Value Addition - 4 years66. Industrial Information Technology - 4 years67. Mineral Resources & Technology - 4 years68. Business Information Systems (Special) - 4 years69. Management & Information Technology (SEUSL) - 3 years70. Computing & Information Systems - 4 years71. Physical Education - 4 years72. Sports Science & Management - 4 years73. Speech & Hearing Sciences - 4 years74. Arabic Language - 3 years75. Visual Arts - 4 years76. Animal Sciences & Fisheries - 4 years77. Food Production & Technology Management - 4 years78. Aquatic Resources Technology - 4 years79. Palm & Latex Technology and Value Addition - 4 years80. Hospitality, Tourism and Events Management - 4 years81. Information Technology & Management - 4 years82. Tourism & Hospitality Management - 4 years83. Agricultural Resource Management & Technology - 4 years84. Agric Business Management - 4 years85. Green Technology - 4 years86. Information Systems - 3 years

    87. Landscape Architecture - 4 years

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    English is the medium of instruction. Accordingly, an applicant whose primary language is notEnglish or whose previous education has been conducted in another language, must demostrate acommand of English sufficient to meet the demands of classroom instructions, written assignmentsand participation in tutorials and discussions. Therefore applicants whose primary language is notEnglish or whose previous education has not been in English must provide evidence of proficiencyin English i.e. achieve a minimum score of 550 on the Test of English as a Foreign Language(TOEFL) or achieve minimum score of 6.5 on the International English Language Testing System(IELTS) etc.

    2.1 Candidates with impressive results at a foreign examination held outside Sri Lanka, deemedequivalent to G.C.E. (Advanced Level) Examination of Sri Lanka are eligible to apply for admissionto universities in Sri Lanka.

    a) Applicants are advised to attach to their applications the original letter obtained from theExaminations Board concerned, to prove that their educational qualifications are equivalent tothe G.C.E.(A/L) Examination of the University of London or qualifications required for admissionto a university in their own country to follow an undergraduate course of study leading to aBachelors Degree.

    b) Applicants should ensure that all required passes should be obtained in one and the samesitting under a recognized Board of Examinations.

    2.2 In order to become eligible for admission under this special provision,

    a) Sri Lankan candidates should have studied abroad for a period of not less than five yearsimmediately prior to sitting the qualifying examination.N.B. - Applicants must provide documentary proof.

    b) In the case of children of Sri Lankans attached to Sri Lanka diplomatic missions abroad or onforeign assignments sponsored by the Government of Sri Lanka, candidates should have studiedabroad at least for a period of 03 years continuously, immediately prior to sitting the qualifyingexamination.

    Note : However, the candidates who have satisfied the requirements for admission at aforeign examination equivalent to GCE (A/L) Examination held locally too will beconsidered, if;

    a. they have sat the said examination locally within a period of 06 months from thedate of their returning to Sri Lanka after completion of a continuous period of 2 1/2years of studies abroad immediately prior to sitting the qualifying examination.

    provided that

    b. their parents have returned to Sri Lanka on completion of the assignment havingserved at least a period of 03 years immediately prior to their child sitting the saidexamination locally.

    N.B. - Applicants must provide documentary proof.

    2.3 Candidates with High School Diploma should have passed the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) andTest of English as a foreign Language (TOEFL) in addition to the High School Diploma.

    2.4 Applicants must submit the documentary evidence in proof of the availability of sufficient funds.

    3. ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY

    2. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION OF STUDENTS WITH FOREIGNQUALIFICATIONS

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    The academic year of the Universities which follow the old system consists of three terms. TheUniversities which follow the semester system has two semesters per year. The date of commence-ment of the first term/semester of a particular academic year may vary from one institution toanother or from one Faculty of an institution to another. No students will however be admittedexcept as from the commencement of the first term of the academic year. It is planned to have acommon academic year for all the universities commencing from September/ October 2012, inwhich case the academic year will be from October of a particular year to September of the follow-ing year.

    6. HOW TO APPLYEvery application of the admission should be made in the prescribed form obtainable from theUniversity Grants Commission.

    a) Children of Sri Lankan diplomats seeking admission to universities in Sri Lanka should forwardtheir applications to the Additional Secretary (Academic Affairs & University Admissions),University Grants Commission, No 20, Ward Place, Colombo 07, through the Secretary, Minis-try of Foreign Affairs, Republic Building, Colombo 01, Sri Lanka.

    b) Foreign students seeking admission to universities in Sri Lanka should forward their applicationsto the Additional Secretary (Academic Affairs & University Admissions), University GrantsCommission, No 20, Ward Place, Colombo 07, through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of applicantscountry and the Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Republic Building, Colombo 01,Sri Lanka.

    Telephone : 94-011-2695301 Fax : 09-011-2691678E-mail : [email protected] Web site : www.ugc.ac.lk

    c) Sri Lankan students with foreign qualifications should send their applications direct to theAdditional Secretary (Academic Affairs & University Admissions), University Grants Com-mission, No 20, Ward Place, Colombo 07.

    d) Every application should be accompanied by a Bank Draft of US $ 10/- payable to the Univer-sity Grants Commission, being the application processing fee. Applications which do not accom-pany the application processing fee will not be considered for admission.

    e) All Pakistani Nationals seeking admission to Universities in Sri Lanka should obtain theconcurrence of the Ministry of Education, Government of Pakistan, Islamabad and attach theoriginal of the No objection Certificate to their applications.

    f) It shall be the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that his/her application is accompanied byall relevent supporting documents. All documents must be certified by the relavent authorities.

    g) Each application for admission should reach the Additional Secretary/Academic Affairs &University Admissions of the University Grants Commission at least 03 months prior to theproposed date of admission.

    h) Failure to submit the relevent documents and certificates along with the application may resultin rejection of the application for university admission under the foreign quota.

    i) Closing date for applications for the academic year 2011/2012 will be on 15th May 2012.

    4. SUBJECT PRE-REQUISITES AND PARTICULARS OF COURSE OF STUDY

    In addition to the minimum admission requirements specified above, candidates have to fulfill certainsubject pre-requisites in order to qualify for admission to a particular course of study. Subject pre-requisites which have to be satisfied by the applicants with local qualifications for each course ofstudy are given in the Part Two. Applicants with foreign qualifications too are required tohave passed/offered (as the case may be) the subjects equivalent to those given in thePart Two.

    5. ACADEMIC YEAR

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    7. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTThe UGC will acknowledge the applicant the receipt of the application immediately after the appli-cation is received. The acknowledgement card merely indicates that the UGC has received theapplication and it does not mean that the application has been processed.

    8. SELECTION AND OFFER OF PLACES

    1. The number of places reserved for this category of students is very limited and at present it is upto0.5 % of the total number of places available in each course of study. Selections of candidates withforeign qualifications are based on the following order of priority;

    a) Children of Sri Lankan diplomatic personnel who are/have been stationed in other countries.b) Children of foreign diplomatic personnel working in Sri Lankac) Applicants from SAARC countries who seek admission on a self financing basis.d) Sri Lankan applicants not covered under (a) above.e) Other foreign applicants not covered under (b) or (c) above.

    2. Upto 4.5 % of the places over and above the proposed intake in each course of study will beallocated to foreign students and Sri Lankan students who have obtained qualifications abroad onfee levying basis. Accordingly, candidates who have foreign qualifications equivalent to G.C.E.(A/L) Examination of Sri Lanka are eligible to apply.

    Once the selections are finalized, the sucessful candidates will be so informed by the UniversityGrants Commission. Such candidates should make arrangements to get themselves registered at theUniversities which they will be assigned as early as possible in consultation with the Senior AssistantRegistrar/ Assistant Registrar (Student Registration) of the University.

    All prospective foreign students should note that the Government of the Democratic Socialist Re-public of Sri Lanka will not convert a tourist visa to a student visa. Therefore, no person who wishesto gain admission to a University should enter the country on a tourist visa and they should makearrangements to obtain visas in advance.

    9. ACCOMMODATION

    In view of the limited hostel facilities available, the universities are not in a position to provide hostelaccommodation to students gaining admission under this special provision. However, the SeniorAssistant Registrar or the Assistant Registrar in charge of students welfare of the University towhich the successful candidate is selected will assist such students to find suitable accommodationoutside the university.

    10. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

    No scholarships or other financial assistance will be provided by the Government of SriLanka to candidates selected for admission under this special provision. They are requiredto bring with them sufficient funds in foreign currency for their maintenance whilst in Sri Lanka. Itis estimated that at present about 5,000/= (Sri Lanka Rupees) will be required per month for thispurpose apart from lodging which costs (Rs.5,000/= - 10,000/=) depending on the location of thelodging.

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    Those who are admitted to Higher Educational Institutions under the Special Provision of Students withForeign Qualifications are liable to pay the following combined tution and examinations fees. There-fore the applicants should submit with their applications, documentary evidence in proof of the availabil-ity of sufficient funds. However, students who will be selected under section 8 (1) (a) above are ex-empted from the following tution and examinations fees.

    Field of Study Annual Course fee

    Medical and Dental Sciences US $ 12,000Para Medical Courses

    NursingPharmacy US $ 10,000Medical Laboratory SciencesRadiographyPhysiotherapy

    Engineering, Design and ArchitectureFacilities Management US $ 8,000Transport & Logistics ManagementAyurvedic Medicine & Surgery

    Agriculture, Veterinary Science & SciencesHealth PromotionEnvironmental Conservation & ManagementMolecular Biology & BiochemistryIndustrial Statistics & Mathematical FinanceStatistics & Operations Research US $ 6,000Computation & ManagementFisheries & Marine SciencesScience & TechnologyComputer Science & TechnologyAnimal Science & Export Agriculture

    Law US $ 5,000

    Management and CommerceEntrepreneurship & Management US $ 4,000

    Humanities and Social SciencesIslamic Studies & Arabic LanguageMusic US $ 3,000DanceArt & Design

    Universities/ Institutes may decide to offer scholarships in the form of a waiver up to 50% of the fees statedabove to students who will be selected under section 8 (1) above from SAARC Countries, Sri Lankanstudents and other students with good academic achievements from the Asian Region. However, studentsselected under 8 (2) above will be admitted only on fee levying basis.

    10.1. FEES PAYABLE BY STUDENTS WITH FOREIGN QUALIFICATIONS

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    SUBJECT PRE-REQUISITES FOR COURSES OF STUDY

    1 ARTS STREAM

    1.1 Arts

    In order to be eligible for admission to a course of study in Arts, a candidate should have obtainedat least S Grades in three subjects listed below, subject to the following conditions;

    (i) Candidates should have offered at least one subject (they may if they wish select two or allthree subjects) from Social Sciences / Applied Social Studies, provided that; no candidate shouldhave offered the related Civilization when he/she has offered a religion classified under Religions& Civilizations as a subject. However, one subject can be offered from the TechnologicalSubjects with the other two subjects from Social Sciences / Applied Social Studies.

    (ii) The requirement given in (i) above does not apply to candidates who have offered;(a) either three National Languages (Sinhala, English and Tamil) or a combination of

    National and Classical Languages which includes at least one National Language (e.g.Sinhala, Pali and Sanskrit or English, Greek and Latin). However, no candidateshould have offered three Classical Languages.

    (b) two languages with the third subject from either Social Sciences / Applied Social Studies,Religions/Civilizations or Aesthetic Studies.

    Subjects available in the Arts Stream

    Social Sciences / Applied Social Studies:Economics Accounting / Business StatisticsGeography Elements of Political ScienceHistory Logic & Scientific MethodHome Economics Higher MathematicsAgricultural Science / Mathematics / Combined MathematicsCommunication & Media Studies

    Information & Communication Technology Any one of the six Technological subjects

    Greek & Roman Civilization

    Religions and Civilizations:Buddhism / Buddhist CivilizationHinduism / Hindu CivilizationChristianity / Christian CivilizationIslam /Islamic Civilization

    PART TWO

    Technological Subjects:Civil Technology Mechanical TechnologyElectrical, Electronic and Information Technology Food TechnologyAgro Technology Bio-Resource Technology

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    Aesthetic Studies:Art Dancing (a) Sinhala

    (b) Bharata

    Drama & Theatre (a) Sinhala Music (a) Oriental(b) Tamil (b) Carnatic(c) English (c) Western

    Languages:

    Foreign Languages:Chinese French German Hindi JapaneseMalay Persian Russian Urdu

    Classical Languages:Arabic Pali Greek Sanskrit Latin

    National Languages:English Sinhala Tamil

    1.2 Arts (SP)

    The University of Colombo (Sripalee Campus) offers the following degree programs which areof four years duration.

    B.A. Special Degree in Performing ArtsB.A. Special Degree in Mass Media

    In addition to the minimum requirements for admission stipulated earlier in this Handbook, an applicantshould have;

    (a) offered three subjects given in paragraph 1.1 above, provided that a candidate has not offered;

    more than two languagesmore than one of the religions & civilizationsmore than one Technological subjectsmore than one of the following subjects ;

    Accounting Business StatisticsEconomics

    and

    (b) a pass in English at the G.C.E (O/L) Examination. Candidates are required to submit theduly certified copy of the original G.C.E (O/L) Certificate along with the application. Failure tosubmit it will result in rejection of the application for Arts (SP).

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    1.3 Arts (SAB)

    Candidates who have satisfied the minimum requirements for admission in Arts and CommerceStreams are eligible to seek admission to follow a four year / three year course in Arts (SAB)leading to following degrees at the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka;

    (a) Bachelor of Arts (General)(b) Bachelor of Arts (Special)

    The subjects, Economics, Statistics, Geography, Sociology, Political Science, Sinhala, English,Japanese, Hindi, Chinese and German are available to study as major subjects.

    However, when selecting students it will be ensured that 50% of the intake will be from thestudents in Arts Stream and other 50% of the intake will be from the students in the CommerceStream.

    1.4 Communication Studies

    Candidates who have satisfied the minimum requirements for admission with at least a credit (C)pass in Sinhala/Tamil/English at the G.C.E. (A/L) Examination are eligible to seek admissionto follow a three year program leading to a Bachelor of Arts (Communication) Degree at theTrincomalee Campus of the Eastern University. In addition, the candidates should haveobtained at least a credit pass in English at the G.C.E. (O/L) Examination.

    The University will offer two Degree Programs i.e. B.A. (Communication Studies) and B.A.(Languages) for which students will be selected by the Faculty concerned in accordance with acriterion determined by the Faculty, depending on the maximum number of students that can beaccommodated for each program.

    Candidates are required to submit the duly certified copy of the original G.C.E (O/L)Certificate for English along with the application for University Admission. Failure tosubmit it will result in rejection of the application for Communication Studies.

    1.5 Peace & Conflict Resolution

    Candidates who have satisfied the minimum requirements for admission having offered any threesubjects available at the G.C.E. (A/L) Examination are eligible to seek admission to follow a threeyear course leading to a Degree in Bachelor of Arts at the University of Kelaniya.

    1.6 Islamic Studies

    In order to be eligible for B.A. degree programme in Islamic Studies offered by the South EasternUniversity of Sri Lanka candidates should have obtained at least a S Grade in Islam or IslamicCivilization & at least S Grades in any other two subjects available at the G.C.E. (A/L) Examination.

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    1.7 Arabic Language

    In order to be eligible for B.A. degree programme in Arabic Language offered by the South EasternUniversity of Sri Lanka candidates should have obtained at least a S Grade in Arabic Languageand at least S Grades for any other two subjects available at the G.C.E. (A/L) Examination.

    1.8 Music / Dance / Art & Design / Drama & Theatre / Visual & Technological Arts / VisualArts

    In order to be eligible for admission to follow courses of study in Music, Dance, Art & Design,Drama & Theatre, Visual & Technological Arts and Visual Arts a candidate should have obtainedat least a credit (C) pass for the subject he / she wishes to follow i.e. Music, Dance , Art, Drama &Theatre and at least S Grades for any other two subjects available at the G.C.E. (A/L) Examination.

    The following four year degree programmes are available at the following Universities for thosewho gain admission for courses of study in Music, Dance, Art & Design, Drama & Theatre, Visual& Technological Arts, Visual Arts.

    Ramanathan Academy of Fine Arts University of JaffnaBachelor of Fine Arts (Music) Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance)Bachelor of Fine Arts (Art & Design)

    Swami Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies Eastern University, Sri LankaBachelor of Fine Arts (Visual & Technological Arts) Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music)Bachelor of Fine Arts (Drama & Theatre) Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance)

    University of the Visual & Performing ArtsBachelor of Visual Arts (Special) Bachelor of Performing Arts - Music (Special)Bachelor of Performing Arts - Dance & Drama (Special)

    The medium of instruction is strictly Tamil at Ramanathan Academy of Fine Arts and SwamiVipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies whereas the medium of instruction is strictly Sinhalaat the University of the Visual & Performing Arts.

    NOTECandidates who have offered subjects in the Arts Stream at the G.C.E (A/L) Examination maynote that they could also seek admission to courses in Law / Architecture / Design(Architecture) / Fashion Design & Product Development / Management Studies (TV) / QuantitySurveying / Information Technology / Town & Country Planning / Information & CommunicationTechnology / Computation & Management / Entrepreneurship & Management / IndustrialInformation Technology / Management and Information Technology (SEUSL) / Physical Education/ Sports Science & Management / Speech and Hearing Sciences / Hospitality, Tourism and EventsManagement / Information Technology & Management / Tourism & Hospitality Management /Information Systems / Landscape Architecture provided that they have fulfilled the entry requirementsfor those courses of study.

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    2 COMMERCE STREAM

    2.1 Management / Public Management (Special)/ Estate Management & Valuation / Commerce

    In order to be eligible for admission to a course of study in Management, PublicManagement(Special), Estate Management & Valuation and Commerce, a candidate should haveoffered;

    (i) Business Studies; Economics and Accounting

    or

    (ii) At least two subjects from the subjects given in (i) above;and the third subject from the following;

    Agricultural Science Geography Business StatisticsGerman Combined Mathematics HistoryElements of Political Science English PhysicsLogic & Scientific Method FrenchInformation & Communication Technology

    Candidates should note that some degree programs such as Accountancy and Finance require thatstudents offer Accounting as a subject at the G.C.E (A/L) Examination.

    The following four-year degree programs are available at the Universities for those who gainadmission to follow a course in Management or Commerce;

    University of Colombo:B.B.A. (Special)B.B.A. (Finance) SpecialB.B.A. (Human Resource Management) SpecialB.B.A. (Marketing) SpecialB.B.A. (Accounting) SpecialB.B.A. (Business Economics) SpecialB.B.A. (International Business) SpecialB.B.A. (Management and Organizational Studies) Special

    University of Sri Jayewardenepura :B.Sc. (Business Administration) SpecialB.Sc. (Public Management) SpecialB.Com. (Special)B.Sc. (Estate Management & Valuation) SpecialB.Sc. (Accounting) SpecialB.Sc. (Marketing Management) SpecialB.Sc. (Human Resource Management) SpecialB.Sc. (Business Economics) SpecialB.Sc. (Finance) SpecialB.Sc. (Business Infomation Systems) SpecialB.Sc. (Operations and Technology Management) SpecialB.Sc. (Entrepreneurship) Special

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    University of Kelaniya :B.B.M. (Human Resource) SpecialB.B.M. (Accountancy) SpecialB.B.M. (Marketing) SpecialB.B.M. (Finanace) SpecialB.Com. (Special)B.Com. (Business Technology) SpecialB.Com. (Entrepreneurship) Special

    University of Jaffna :B.B.A. (Accounting Special)B.B.A. (Financial Management Special)B.B.A. (Human Resource Management Special)B.B.A. (Marketing Special)B.Com. (Special)

    University of RuhunaB.B.A. in Human Resources Management (Special)B.B.A. in Accounting & Finance (Special)B.B.A. in Marketing Management (Special)B.B.A. in Entrepreneurship (Special)

    Eastern University, Sri LankaB.B.A. in Marketing Management (Special)B.B.A. in Human Resource Management (Special)B.Com in Enterprise Development (Special)B.Com in Accounting and Finance (Special)

    South Eastern University of Sri LankaB.Business AdministrationB.Com. (Special)

    Rajarata University of Sri LankaB.Sc. (Accountancy & Finance) SpecialB.Sc. (Business Management) SpecialB.Sc. (Tourism and Hospitality Management) SpecialB.Sc. (Business Information Technology) Special

    Wayamba University of Sri LankaB.Sc. (Accountancy & Business Finance) SpecialB.Sc. (Banking & Business Finance) SpecialB.Sc. (Business Management) SpecialB.Sc. (Insurance & Valuation) Special

    Sabaragamuwa University of Sri LankaB.Sc. (Business Management) SpecialB.Sc. (Financial Management) SpecialB.Sc. (Marketing Management) SpecialB.Sc. (Tourism Management) SpecialB.Sc. (Eco Business Management) SpecialB.Sc. (Banking & Insurance) Special

    University of PeradeniyaB.B.A. in Financial Management (Special)B.B.A. in Human Resource Management (Special)B.B.A. in Marketing Management (Special)B.B.A. in Operations Management (Special)

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    2.2 Management Studies (TV)

    Candidates who have satisfied the minimum requirements for admission in any of the subjectstreams i.e. Arts, Commerce, Biological Science or Physical Science are eligible to seekadmission to follow a degree course in Management Studies (TV) at one of the following Universities.However, when selecting students it will be ensured that at least 60% of the intake to the VavuniyaCampus of the University of Jaffna and at least 40% of the intake to the Trincomalee Campusof the Eastern University will be from the students in the Commerce Stream. Students admitted toa three year degree programme may proceed to the fourth year if they so desire and satisfy therequirements of the University. In the fourth year students are required to offer extra modules ofcourses relevant to the areas of specialization as determined by the Faculty/Senate of the University.Degree programs offered by these Universities are as follows;

    Trincomalee Campus of the Eastern University, Sri LankaB.Sc. (Accounting & Financial Management)B.Sc. (Marketing Management)B.Sc. (Human Resources Management)B.Sc. (Information Management)

    Vavuniya Campus of University of JaffnaB.B.M. (Accountancy & Finance) SpecialB.B.M. (Marketing Management) SpecialB.B.M. (Business Economics) Special

    2.3 Business Information Systems (Special) (BIS)

    In order to be eligible for admission to a four year special degree programme leading to B.Sc.Business Information Systems (Special) offered by the Faculty of Management Studies and Com-merce of the University of Sri-Jayewardenepura, candidates should have qualified for universityadmission with three subjects from the following four subjects at the G.C.E. (A/L) Examination.

    Accounting EconomicsBusiness Studies Business Statistics

    NOTECandidates are selected by the UGC for admission to a degree programme inManagement, Public Management (Special), Estate Management & Valuation,Management Studies (TV) or to a degree programme in Commerce. The relevantFaculty of the University to which the student has been admitted will make selectionfor a particular field of specialization within Management, Commerce andManagement Studies (TV) on a criterion determined by them.

    Candidates who have offered the subjects in the Commerce Stream at the G.C.E(A/L) Examination may note that they could also seek admission to the courses ofstudy in Law / Arts (SAB) / Quantity Surveying / Information Technology /Architecture/ Design (Architecture) /Fashion Design & Product Development /Town & Country Planning / Peace & Conflict Resolution / Information &Communication Technology / Facilities Management / Computation & Management/ Entrepreneurship & Management / Industrial Information Technology /Management and Information Technology (SEUSL) / Physical Education / SportsScience & Management / Hospitality, Tourism and Events Management /Information Technology & Management / Tourism & Hospitality Management/Information Systems / Landscape Architecture provided that they have fulfilledthe entry requirements for those courses of study.

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    3 BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE STREAM

    3.1 Medicine / Dental Surgery / Veterinary Science

    In order to be eligible for admission to a course of study in Medicine / Dental Surgery/ VeterinaryScience, a candidate should have obtained at least S Grades in each of the three subjectslisted below;

    Biology Chemistry Physics

    3.2 Agricultural Technology & Management

    In order to be eligible for admission to a course of study in Agricultural Technology & Managementa candidate should have offered one of the following combinations of subjects and obtained atleast S Grades in the three subjects offered.

    (i) Chemistry; Physics; and Biology (ii) Chemistry; Physics or Mathematics; Biology or Agricultural Science

    (iii) Chemistry; Biology; Agricultural Science or Mathematics

    The University of Peradeniya offers a 4-year degree course leading to B. Sc. AgriculturalTechnology and Management.

    3.3 Agriculture

    In order to be eligible for admission to a course of study in Agriculture, a candidate should haveoffered one of the following combinations of subjects and obtained at least S Grades in thethree subjects offered.(i) Chemistry; Physics; and Biology(ii) Chemistry; Physics or Mathematics; Biology or Agricultural Science(iii) Chemistry; Biology; Agricultural Science or Mathematics

    The four-year courses leading to B.Sc. (Agriculture) are offered by the following Universities;Eastern University, Sri Lanka University of JaffnaSabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka Rajarata University of Sri LankaWayamba University of Sri Lanka

    3.4 Food Science & Nutrition

    The admission requirements for this four-year programme leading to a Bachelor of Science in FoodScience & Nutrition Special Degree offered by the Wayamba University of Sri Lanka are thesame as for Agriculture. (See Paragraph 3.3)

    Fields of specialization available are;Food Science & TechnologyApplied Nutrition

    3.5 Food Science & Technology

    In order to be eligible for admission to a course of study in Food Science & Technology, a candidateshould have passed in Chemistry, Physics and Biology.

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    The duration of the course of study is of 4 years and on successful completion the University ofPeradeniya will award a B.Sc. (Food Science & Technology) Degree, the University of Sri-Jayewardenepura will award a Bachelor of Applied Science (Food Technology) Degree whileSabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka will award a B.Sc. Special Degree in Food Science &Technology.

    3.6 Ayurveda /Unani /Siddha

    In order to be eligible for admission to a course of study in Ayurveda/Unani/Siddha; a candidateshould have passed in Biology, Chemistry and Physics. The course of study in Ayurveda leading toa Degree in Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (B.A.M.S) is available at the Institute ofIndigenous Medicine of the University of Colombo and Gampaha Wickramarachchi AyurvedaInstitute of the University of Kelaniya. The course of study in Unani leading to a Bachelor ofUnani Medicine and Surgery (B.U.M.S.) is available only at the Institute of Indigenous Medicine ofthe University of Colombo. The course of study in Siddha Medicine leading to a Degree in Bachelorof Siddha Medicine & Surgery (B.S.M.S) is available at University of Jaffna and TrincomaleeCampus of the Eastern University, Sri Lanka.

    The medium of instruction is English for the course of study in Ayurveda. The medium ofinstruction for the course of study in Unani is English at the Institute of Indigenous Medicineof the University of Colombo whereas medium of instruction is English and Tamil for thecourse of study in Siddha Medicine. Duration of the courses of study in Ayurveda, Unani andSiddha is of six years, which includes 05 academic years and 01-year (final) internship.

    3.7 Biological Science

    In order to be eligible for admission to a course of study in Biological Science, a candidate shouldhave obtained at least S Grades in Biology, Chemistry and in one of the following subjects;

    Agricultural Science Combined MathematicsHigher Mathematics PhysicsMathematics

    3.8 Applied Sciences (Biological Science)

    The admission requirements are the same as for Biological Science (see paragraph 3.7). Thefollowing degree programmes are available at the following Universities;

    Sabaragamuwa University of Sri LankaB.Sc. (Applied Sciences) Special Degree in Environmental Sciences and Natural ResourcesManagement - Duration: 4 yearsB.Sc. (Applied Sciences) General Degree in Environmental Sciences and Natural ResourcesManagement - Duration: 3 years

    Rajarata University of Sri LankaB.Sc. (General) Degree in Applied Sciences - Duration: Three yearsB.Sc. Degree in Applied Sciences - Duration: Four yearsB.Sc. (Joint Major) Degree in Applied Sciences - Duration: Four yearsB.Sc. (Special) Degree in Applied Biology - Duration: Four years

    University of Jaffna (Vavuniya Campus)B.Sc. Environmental Science

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    3.9 Health Promotion

    The admission requirements are the same as for Biological Science (see paragraph 3.7).

    The Rajarata University of Sri Lanka will award a B.Sc. (General) Degree in Health Promotion(Duration: Three years) and a B.Sc. (Special) Degree in Health Promotion (Duration: Four years).

    3.10 Nursing

    In order to be eligible for admission to a course of study in Bachelor of Science in Nursing, acandidate should have obtained at least S Grades in each of the 3 subjects listed below;

    Biology Chemistry Physics

    In addition, the candidates should have obtained at least a Pass (S) in English at the G.C.E. (O/L)Examination. Candidates are required to submit the duly certified copy of the original G.C.E.(O/L) Certificate along with the application for University Admission. Failure to submit it willresult in rejection of the application for Nursing.

    The following Universities offer a three-year degree programs leading to B.Sc. in Nursing.University of PeradeniyaUniversity of Sri-JayewardenepuraUniversity of JaffnaEastern University, Sri LankaUniversity of Ruhuna

    Students who successfully complete the General degree programme in Nursing would be eligibleto be awarded, a special degree, in respect of the said course of study, upon the satisfactorycompletion of a further additional year of study.

    3.11 Pharmacy

    In order to be eligible for admission to a course of study in Pharmacy, a candidate should haveobtained at least a C Grade in Chemistry and S Grades in Physics & Biology. In additioncandidates should have obtained at least a Pass (S) in English at the G.C.E. (O/L) Examination.

    The following Universities offer a three-year degree leading to Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.).

    University of PeradeniyaUniversity of Sri-JayewardenepuraUniversity of JaffnaUniversity of Ruhuna

    Candidates are required to submit the duly certified copy of the original G.C.E (O/L) Certificatealong with the application for University Admission. Failure to submit it will result in rejection ofthe application for Pharmacy.

    Students who successfully complete the General degree programmes in Pharmacy would beeligible to be awarded, a special degree, in respect of the said course of study, upon the satisfac-tory completion of a further additional year of study.

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    3.12 Medical Laboratory Sciences

    In order to be eligible for admission to a course of study in Medical Laboratory Sciences, acandidate should have obtained at least S Grades in Physics, Chemistry and Biology at theG.C.E. (A/L) Examination.

    In addition candidates should have obtained at least a Pass (S) in English at the G.C.E. (O/L)Examination.

    The following universities offer a three-year degree programme leading to B.Sc. in MedicalLaboratory Sciences

    University of Peradeniya University of Sri-JayewardenepuraUniversity of Jaffna University of Ruhuna

    Candidates are required to submit the duly certified copy of the original G.C.E (O/L) Certificatealong with the application for University Admission. Failure to submit it will result in rejection ofthe application for Medical Laboratory Sciences.

    Students who successfully complete the General degree programmes in Medical Laboratory Sci-ences would be eligible to be awarded, a special degree, in respect of the said course of study,upon the satisfactory completion of a further additional year of study.

    3.13 Radiography

    In order to be eligible for admission to a course of study in Radiography, a candidate should haveobtained at least S Grades in each of the three subjects listed below;

    Physics Chemistry Biology.In addition candidates should have obtained at least a Pass (S) in English at the G..C.E.(O/L)Examination.

    The University of Peradeniya offers a three-year degree leading to B.Sc. in Radiography.

    Candidates are required to submit the duly certified copy of the original G.C.E (O/L) Certificatealong with the application for University Admission. Failure to submit it will result in rejection ofthe application for Radiography.

    Students who successfully complete the General degree programmes in Radiography would beeligible to be awarded, a special degree, in respect of the said course of study, upon the satisfactorycompletion of a further additional year of study.

    3.14 Physiotherapy

    In order to be eligible for admission to a course of study in Physiotherapy, a candidate should haveobtained at least S Grades in three subjects listed below, provided that the subjects so passedmust include Physics and Chemistry;

    (i) Physics Chemistry BiologyCombined Mathamatics Higher Mathamatics Mathamatics

    And(ii) A Pass (S) in English at the G.C.E. (O/L) Examination.

    The following Universities offer a three-year degree leading to B.Sc. in Physiotherapy.University of Colombo University of Peradeniya

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    Candidates are required to submit the duly certified copy of the original G.C.E (O/L) Certificatealong with the application for University Admission. Failure to submit it will result in rejection ofthe application for Physiotherapy.

    Students who successfully complete the General degree programmes in Physiotherapy would beeligible to be awarded, a special degree, in respect of the said course of study, upon the satisfac-tory completion of a further additional year of study.

    3.15 Molecular Biology & Biochemistry

    In order to be eligible for the above course of study, candidates should have obtained at least SGrades in each of the three subjects listed below;

    Biology Chemistry Physics

    The University of Colombo offers the 3 year General degree and 4 year special degree courseleading to B.Sc. in Molecular Biology & Biochemistry.

    3.16 Fisheries & Marine Sciences

    In order to be eligible for the above course of study, candidates should have obtained at least SGrades in each of the three subjects listed below;

    Biology Chemistry Physics

    The University of Ruhuna offers the 4 year Special degree course leading to B.Sc. in Fisheriesand Marine Sciences in the fields of Fisheries Science, Aquaculture, Limnology, Oceanographyand Marine Geology. This course is available only at the University of Ruhuna.

    3.17 Environmental Conservation & Management

    In order to be eligible for the above course of study, candidates should have obtained at least SGrades in Biology and Chemistry and the third subject from among;

    Physics Combined MathematicsAgricultural Science Higher MathematicsMathematics

    This course is available only at the University of Kelaniya.

    3.18 Animal Science & Fisheries

    In order to be eligible for admission to a course of study in Animal Science & Fisheries a candidateshould have offered one of the following combinations of subjects and obtained at least SGrades in the three subjects offered.

    (i) Chemistry; Biology and Physics(ii) Chemistry; Biology and Agricultural Science

    The University of Peradeniya offers a 4-year degree course leading to B.Sc. in Animal Science& Fisheries.

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    3.19 Food Production & Technology Management

    The admission requirements for this four year special degree programme leading to a Bachelor ofScience in Food Production & Technology Management offered by the Wayamba University ofSri Lanka are the same as for Agriculture. (See Paragraph 3.3)

    Fields of specialization available are;1. Livestock and Avian Sciences 2. Aquaculture and Fisheries

    3.20 Agricultural Resource Management & Technology

    In order to be eligible for admission to a course of study in Agricultural Resource Management &Technology a candidate should have offered one of the following combinations of subjectsand obtained at least S Grades in the three subjects offered.

    (i) Chemistry; Physics; and Biology(ii) Chemistry; Physics or Mathematics; Biology or Agricultural Science(iii) Chemistry; Biology; Agricultural Science or Mathematics

    The University of Ruhuna offers a 4-year degree course leading to B. Sc. Agricultural ResourceManagement & Technology.

    3.21 Agric Business Management

    In order to be eligible for admission to a course of study in Argic Business Management a candidateshould have obtained at least S Grades in Biology and Chemistry and the third subjectfrom among;

    Physics Food Technology / Bio - Resource Technology / Agro TechnologyAgricultural Science

    This course is available only at the University of Ruhuna.

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    3.22 Green Technology

    In order to be eligible for admission to a course of study in Green Technology a candidate shouldhave obtained at least S Grades in Biology and Chemistry and the third subject fromamong;

    Physics Food Technology / Bio - Resource Technology / Agro TechnologyAgricultural Science

    In addition candidates should have obtained at least a Credit Pass (C) in English at the G..C.E.(O/L) Examination.

    This course is available only at the University of Ruhuna.

    Candidates are required to submit the duly certified copy of the original G.C.E (O/L) Certificatealong with the application for University Admission. Failure to submit it will result in rejection ofthe application for Green Technology.

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    4 PHYSICAL SCIENCE STREAM

    4.1 Engineering

    In order to be eligible for admission to a course of study in Engineering, a candidate should haveobtained at least S Grades in each of the three subjects set out below;

    Chemistry Combined Mathematics Physics

    The fields of specialization available in each University are as follows;

    University of Peradeniya:Civil Engineering Chemical & Process EngineeringComputer Engineering Electrical & Electronic EngineeringMechanical Engineering Production Engineering

    University of Moratuwa:Chemical & Process Engineering Electrical EngineeringCivil Engineering Materials Science & EngineeringComputer Science & Engineering Mechanical EngineeringElectronic and Telecommunication Engineering

    University of Ruhuna:Civil & Environmental EngineeringElectrical & Information EngineeringMechanical & Manufacturing Engineering

    NOTESelection for a particular field of specialization specified above would be done by theUniversity to which the candidate has been admitted.

    NOTEThe respective Faculties of the University to which the student has been admitted will do theselection for a particular degree programme within a University.

    Candidates who have studied in the Biological Science Stream may note that they could alsoseek admission to Law / Architecture / Design (Architecture)/ Fashion Design & ProductDevelopment / Management Studies (TV) / Information Technology / Management & InformationTechnology / Town & Country Planning/ Peace & Conflict Resolution / Information &Communication Technology / Science & Technology / Computer Science & Technology /Entrepreneurship & Management / Animal Science /Export Agriculture / Tea Technology &Value Addition / Industrial Information Technology / Mineral Resources & Technology /Management and Information Technology (SEUSL) / Physical Education / Sports Science &Management / Speech and Hearing Sciences / Hospitality, Tourism & Events Management /Aquatic Resources Technology / Palm & Latex Technology and Value Addition / InformationTechnology & Management / Tourism & Hospitality Management / Information Systems /Landscape Architecture provided that they have fulfilled the entry requirements for thosecourses of study.

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    4.2 Engineering (EM) Earth Resources Engineering

    Admission requirements for this course of study, which was formerly known as Mining & MineralsEngineering, are the same as for Engineering (See paragraph 4.1). This course is available only atthe University of Moratuwa.

    4.3 Engineering (TM) - Textile & Clothing Technology

    Admission requirements are the same as for Engineering (See paragraph 4.1). This course isavailable only at the University of Moratuwa.

    4.4 Physical Science

    In order to be eligible for admission to a course of study in Physical Science, a candidate shouldhave obtained at least S Grades in three subjects listed below, provided that the subjects sopassed must include Combined Mathematics or Higher Mathematics and Chemistry orPhysics;

    Agricultural Science Combined Mathematics BiologyHigher Mathematics Chemistry Physics

    4.5 Computer Science

    In order to be eligible for admission to a programme in Computer Science offered by the Universityof Colombo School of Computing (UCSC), the University of Jaffna and University of Ruhunaa candidate should have obtained;

    At least a Credit Pass (C) in Combined Mathematics or Physics or Higher MathematicsAND at least a Pass (S) in TWO other subjects listed below at the G.C.E. (A/L) Exami-nation;

    Combined Mathematics Higher MathematicsPhysics ChemistryInformation & Communication Technology Mathematics

    Students admitted to this stream will follow a full Computer Science programme of three yearsleading to the degree in Bachelor of Computer Science designed for a career in the SoftwareIndustry. Based on their performance and preference, a selected number will be able to offer anextra (fourth) year leading to the degree in Bachelor of Science in Computer Science meant forthose wishing to pursue an Academic and/or Research career.

    The medium of instruction and examination is strictly English only.

    4.6 Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

    In order to be eligible for admission to a programme in Information and Communication Technologyoffered by the Vavuniya Campus of the University of Jaffna and the Rajarata University ofSri Lanka a candidate should have obtained at least a Credit Pass (C) in at least ONE of thefollowing subjects at the G.C.E. (A/L) Examination;

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    Higher Mathematics Mathematics / Combined MathematicsPhysics ChemistryAccounting Business StatisticsEconomics Business StudiesBiology GeographyLogic & Scientific Method LatinSanskrit Music (Oriental/Carnatic/Western)Civil Technology Mechanical TechnologyElectrical, Electronic and Information TechnologyInformation & Communication Technology

    In addition, candidates must also fulfill the following requirements;(i) Have at least a Credit Pass (C) in English at the G.C.E. (O/L) Examination.(ii) Have at least a Credit Pass (C) in Mathematics I (or II) at the G.C.E. (O/L)

    Examination.

    Students admitted to this course will follow a full Information and Communication Technologyprogramme of three years duration leading to the Bachelor of Information and CommunicationTechnology Degree. Based on their performance and preference, a selected number will be ableto offer an extra (fourth) year leading to the Bachelor of Science in Information andCommunication Technology Degree.

    NB: (a) Candidates are required to submit the duly certified copy of the original G.C.E (O/L)Certificate along with the university admission application. Failure to submit it will resultin rejection of the application for Information and Communication Technology.

    (b) The medium of instruction and examination is strictly English only.

    4.7 Applied Sciences (Physical Science)

    In order to be eligible for admission to a course of study in Applied Sciences (Physical Science),a candidate should have obtained at least S Grades in three subjects listed below, provided thatthe subjects so passed must include Combined Mathematics or Higher Mathematics andChemistry or Physics;

    Agricultural Science Combined Mathematics BiologyHigher Mathematics Chemistry PhysicsInformation & Communication Technology

    The following degree programmes are available at the following Universities;

    Rajarata University of Sri Lanka:B.Sc. (General) Degree in Applied Sciences - Duration: Three yearsB.Sc. Degree in Applied Sciences - Duration: Four yearsB.Sc. (Joint Major) Degree in Applied Sciences - Duration: Four years

    Sabaragamuwa University of Sri LankaB.Sc. (Applied Sciences) Special Degree in Chemical TechnologyB.Sc. (Applied Sciences) Special Degree in Computer Science & TechnologyB.Sc. (Applied Sciences) Special Degree in Applied PhysicsB.Sc. (Applied Sciences) in Physical Sciences

    University of Jaffna (Vavuniya Campus):B.Sc. Applied Mathematics & Computing

    Wayamba University of Sri Lanka:B.Sc. (General) Degree (English Medium, 3 years)B.Sc. (Joint Major) Degree (English Medium, 4 years)B.Sc. (Speical) Degree (English Medium, 4 years)

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    4.8 Transport & Logistics Management

    In order to be eligible for the above course of study, candidates should have obtained at least SGrades in the following;

    Physics Chemistry Combined Mathematics

    The University of Moratuwa offers a four-year degree course leading to B.Sc. in Transport &Logistics Management.

    4.9 Industrial Statistics & Mathematical Finance

    In order to be eligible for the above course of study candidates should have obtained at least a SGrade in Combined Mathematics and S Grades in any two subjects from among;

    Higher Mathematics Physics Chemistry

    The University of Colombo offers the following degree programmes, which are three years &four years duration.General - B.Sc. in Industrial Statistics & Mathematical Finance (3 Years)Special - B.Sc. in Industrial Statistics (4 Years)Special - B.Sc. in Mathematical Finance (4 Years)

    4.10 Statistics & Operations Research

    In order to be eligible for the above course of study candidates should have obtained at least a SGrade in Combined Mathematics and at least S Grades in any other two Science subjects at theG.C.E. (A/L) Examination.

    The University of Peradeniya offers a four-year degree course leading to B.Sc. in Statisticsand Operations Research.

    4.11 Computing & Information Systems

    In order to be eligible for admission to a four year special degree programme leading toB.Sc.Computing & Information Systems offered by the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.Candidates should have qualified for university admission with at least a Credit (C) Pass inCombined Mathematics or Physics or Higher Mathematics and at least S passes for twoof the following subjects at the G.C.E. (A/L) Examination.

    Combined Mathematics PhysicsHigher Mathematics Chemistry

    In addition, candidates should have obtained at least a Credit Pass (C) in English at the G.C.E.(O/L) Examination. Candidates are required to submit the duly certified copy of the originalG.C.E. (O/L) Certificate along with the university admissions application. Failure to submit it willresult in rejection of the application for Computing & Information Systems.

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    NOTE:The respective Faculties of the university to which the student has been admitted will dothe selection for a particular degree programme within a university.

    Candidates who have studied in the Physical Science stream may note that they could alsoseek admission to Quantity Surveying / Architecture/ Design (Architecture) / Fashion Design& Product Development / Law / Management Studies (TV) / Surveying Science / InformationTechnology / Management & Information Technology / Town & Country Planning / Peace& Conflict Resolution / Facilities Management / Computation & Management / Science& Technology / Computer Science & Technology / Entrepreneurship & Management /Physiotherapy / Tea Technology & Value Addition / Industrial Information Technology /Mineral Resources & Technology / Physical Education / Sports Science & Management /Management and Information Technology (SEUSL) / Speech and Hearing Sciences /Hospitality, Tourism and Events Management / Palm & Latex Technology and ValueAddition / Information Technology & Management / Tourism & Hospitality Management/Information Systems / Landscape Architecture provided that they have fulfilled the entryrequirements for those courses of study.

    5 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) / MANAGEMENT & INFORMATIONTECHNOLOGY (MIT)

    In order to be eligible for admission to a four year Honours Degree Programme leading to B.Sc.(Hons) in Information Technology offered by the University of Moratuwa and B.Sc.inManagement & Information Technology offered by the University of Kelaniya, candidates shouldhave qualified for university admission with at least a Credit (C) pass in one of the followingsubjects at the G.C.E. (A/L) Examination;

    Higher Mathematics Combined MathematicsMathematics Physics

    Candidates who sat the G.C.E. (A/L) Examination in the Science Stream only are considered foradmission to the MIT programme conducted by the University of Kelaniya.

    6 QUANTITY SURVEYING / SURVEYING SCIENCE / TOWN & COUNTRY PLANNING

    6.1 Quantity Surveying

    In order to be eligible for admission to a course of study in Quantity Surveying, a candidate shouldhave offered at least one subject from;

    Combined Mathematics Higher Mathematics

    and other subject/subjects from the following list;Accounting Economics Business StatisticsBusiness Studies Physics ChemistryInformation & Communication Technology

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    In addition, candidates should have satisfied the following requirements at the G.C.E.(O/L) Examination.

    (a) At least a credit pass in Mathematics I or II(b) At least a pass in Science I or II(c) At least a credit pass in English Language

    Candidates are required to submit the duly certified copy of the original G.C.E (O/L) Certificatealong with the application for University Admission. Failure to submit it will result in rejection ofthe application for Quantity Surveying.

    This four-year degree course is available only at the University of Moratuwa.

    6.2 Surveying Science

    In order to be eligible for admission to a course of study leading to B.Sc. (Surveying Science), acandidate should have obtained at least S Grades in Physics, Combined Mathematics andin any other subject available at the G.C.E. (A/L) Examination. This four-year degree courseis available only at the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

    6.3 Town & Country Planning

    In order to be eligible for admission to a course of study leading to a B.Sc. Degree in Town &Country Planning offered by the University of Moratuwa, a candidate should have passed atleast two of the following subjects;

    Accounting Chemistry Higher Mathematics Agricultural Science Combined Mathematics Logic & Scientific Method

    Biology Economics Mathematics Business Studies Elements of Political Science Physics Business Statistics Geography

    Information & Communication Technology

    and the other subject from the following list;

    Arabic Christian Civilization MalayArt Home Economics PaliBuddhism Hindi PersianBuddhist Civilization Hinduism RussianChristianity Hindu Civilization Sanskrit

    Chinese History Sinhala English Islam Tamil

    French Islamic Civilization UrduGerman JapaneseGreek LatinGreek & Roman Civilization

    In addition, the candidates should have obtained at least Credit Passes (C ) in English andMathematics I or II at the G.C.E. (O/L) Examination. Candidates are required to submit theduly certified copy of the original G.C.E (O/L) Certificate along with the application for UniversityAdmission. Failure to submit it will result in rejection of the application for Town & CountryPlanning.BUILT

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    7 ARCHITECTURE / DESIGN (ARCHITECTURE) / FASHION DESIGN & PRODUCTDEVELOPMENT / LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE

    7.1 Architecture / Design (Architecture)

    In order to be eligible for admission to a course of study in Architecture; Design (Architecture);at the University of Moratuwa, a candidate should have offered;(i) at least one of the following subjects;

    Art Geography BiologyHigher Mathematics Chemistry PhysicsCombined Mathematics

    and(ii) the other subject/subjects from the following list;

    Accounting Hindi ArabicHindu Civilization Buddhist Civilization HistoryBusiness Statistics Home Economics Business StudiesIslamic Civilization Chinese JapaneseGreek & Roman Civilization Logic & Scientific method EconomicsElements of Political Science Mathematics PaliEnglish Sanskrit FrenchSinhala German TamilCommunication & Media Studies Information & Communication TechnologyChristian Civilization

    In addition, candidates must fulfill the following requirements;(a) A pass in English at the G.C.E. (O/L) Examination.(b) A credit pass (C ) in Mathematics I or II at the G.C.E. (O/L) Examination or a

    pass in Mathematics at the G.C.E. (A/L) Examination.

    The course of study in Architecture leading to a Bachelor of Architecture is a full professionalfive (05) year degree programme.

    It should be noted that high level of creative ability and critical thinking are essential topursue this course of study.

    7.2 Fashion Design & Product Development

    In order to be eligible for admission to a course of study in Fashion Design & Product Development,a candidate should have obtained at least S Grades in any three subjects at G.C.E. (A/L)Examination.

    In addition, candidates must fulfill the following requirements;

    (a) A credit pass (C) in English, Mathematics I or II and Science at the G.C.E. (O/L)Examination.

    This course is available only at University of Moratuwa.

    It should be noted that high level of creative ability and critical thinking are essential topursue this course of study.

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    7.3 Landscape Architecture

    In order to be eligible for admission to a course of study in Landscape Architecture at the Universityof Moratuwa, a candidate should have offered;

    (i) at least one of the following subjects;Art Geography BiologyHigher Mathematics Chemistry PhysicsCombined Mathematics Agricultural Science

    and

    (ii) the other subject/subjects from the following list;

    Accounting Hindi ArabicHindu Civilization Buddhist Civilization HistoryBusiness Statistics Home Economics Business StudiesIslamic Civilization Chinese JapaneseGreek & Roman Civilization Logic & Scientific method EconomicsElements of Political Science Mathematics PaliEnglish Sanskrit FrenchSinhala German TamilCommunication & Media Studies Christian CivilizationInformation & Communication Technology

    In addition, candidates must fulfill the following requirements;

    (a) A pass in English at the G.C.E. (O/L) Examination.(b) A credit pass (C ) in Mathematics I or II at the G.C.E. (O/L) Examination or a

    pass in Mathematics at the G.C.E. (A/L) Examination.

    The course of study in Landscape Architecture leading to a Bachelor of LandscapeArchitecture is a full professional four (04) year degree programme.

    NOTE:Candidate are required to submit the duly certified copy of the original G.C.E (O/L)Certificate along with the application for university admission. Failure to submit it willresult in rejection of the application for Architecture / Design (Architecture) / FashionDesign & Product Development / Landscape Architecture.

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    In order to be eligible for admission to a course of study in Law, a candidate should have offered;8.8(a) three subjects from the following list;

    Accounting Elements of Political Science Agricultural ScienceGeography Biology Higher MathematicsBusiness Statistics History Business StudiesLogic & Scientific Method Chemistry EconomicsPhysics Mathematics/Combined MathematicsCommunication & Media Studies Information & Communication Technology

    or(b) one or two subjects from the above list and the other subject/subjects from the

    following list;Buddhism/Buddhist Civilization Hinduism/Hindu CivilizationChristianity / Christian Civilization Islam/Islamic CivilizationJapanese Chinese LatinEnglish Pali FrenchSanskrit German SinhalaGreek / Greek & Roman Civilization Tamil Arabic

    In addition, candidates should have obtained at least a credit pass (C ) in English at the G.C.E(O/L) Examination or a pass in English at the G.C.E (A/L) Examination. Candidates arerequired to submit the duly certified copy of the original G.C.E (O/L) Certificate alongwith the application for University Admission. Failure to submit it will result in rejection ofthe application for Law.

    9 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT / COMPUTATION & MANAGEMENT /MANAGEMENT & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (SEUSL)

    9.1 Facilities Management

    In order to be eligible for admission to a course of study in Facilities Management, a Candidateshould have obtained at least a S Grade in Combined Mathematics or Accounting and at leastS Grades in any two subjects from among;

    Business Statistics Physics Business StudiesHigher Mathematics Chemistry EconomicsInformation & Communication Technology

    In addition, candidates should have obtained;(a) at least a Credit Pass (C) in English at the G.C.E. (O/L) Examination.(b) at least a Credit Pass (C) in Mathematics I or II at the G.C.E. (O/L) Examination.(c) at least a Pass in Science I or II at the G.C.E. (O/L) Examination.

    Candidates are required to submit the duly certified copy of the original G.C.E (O/L) Certificatealong with the application for University Admission. Failure to submit it will result in rejection ofthe application for Facilities Management. This four-year degree course is available only at theUniversity of Moratuwa.

    9.2 Computation & Management

    In order to be eligible for admission to a course of study in Computation & Management, acandidate should have obtained at least a S Grade in Economics or Combined Mathematicsand at least S Grades in any other two subjects at the G.C.E. (A/L) Examination.

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    In addition, candidates should have obtained a Credit Pass (C) in Mathematics I or II at theG.C.E. (O/L) Examination.

    This four-year degree course is available only at the University of Peradeniya.

    Candidates are required to submit the duly certified copy of the original G.C.E (O/L) Certificatealong with the application for University Admission. Failure to submit it will result in rejection ofthe application for Computation & Management.

    9.3 Management and Information Technology (SEUSL)

    Candidates who have satisfied the minimum requirements for admission in any of the subjectstreams i.e. Arts, Commerce, Biological Science or Physical Science are eligible to seekadmission to follow a three year General degree course leading to a Bachelor of Science inManagement and Information Technology (B.Sc. in MIT) at the Faculty of Management Studiesand Commerce of the South Eastern University of Sri Lanka. This degree programme hascombined course units of Management and Information Technology.

    10 SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY / COMPUTER SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY /ENTREPRENEURSHIP & MANAGEMENT / ANIMAL SCIENCE / EXPORTAGRICULTURE / TEA TECHNOLOGY & VALUE ADDITION / INDUSTRIALINFORMATION TECHNOLOGY / MINERAL RESOURCES & TECHNOLOGY /AQUATIC RESOURCES TECHNOLOGY / PALM & LATEX TECHNOLOGY ANDVALUE ADDITION / HOSPITALITY, TOURISM AND EVENTS MANAGEMENT

    10.1 Science & Technology

    This is a four-year degree programme leading to Bachelor of Technology (BTech) degree in Scienceand Technology offered by the Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka. The admission requirementis same as for Biological Science and Physical Science (See paragraphs 3.7 & 4.4).

    Students will be selected for one of the following specialization areas at the beginning of the thirdacademic year.

    1. Food Engineering and Bioprocess Technology2. Materials Science and Technology3. Mechatronics

    In the final year all students should carry out an industrial training and a research project relevantto their area of interest.

    10.2 Computer Science & Technology

    This is a four-year degree programme leading to Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in ComputerScience and Technology degree offered by the Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka. Theadmission requirement is same as for Biological Science, Physical Science and Applied Sciences(Physical Science) (See paragraphs 3.7, 4.4 & 4.7).

    In the final year all students should carry out an industrial training and an individual project relevantto their area of interest.

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    10.3 Entrepreneurship & Management

    This is a four-year degree programme leading to Bachelor of Business Management (BBM)degree in Entrepreneurship and Management offered by the Uva Wellassa University of SriLanka. The admission requirement is at least three S passes in any G.C.E (Advanced Level)stream.

    Students will be selected for one of the following specialization areas at the beginning of the thirdacademic year.

    1. Insurance and Actuary2. Entrepreneurship and Management Technology

    In the final year all students should carry out an industrial training and a research project relevantto their area of interest.

    10.4 Animal Science

    This is a four-year degree programme leading to Bachelor of Animal Science (BASc) degreeoffered by the Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka. The admission requirement is same asfor Biological Science (See paragraph 3.7).

    In the final year all students should carry out an industrial training and a research relevant to theirarea of interest.

    10.5 Export Agriculture

    This is a four-year degree programme leading to Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in ExportAgriculture offered by the Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka. The admission requirementis same as for Biological Science (See paragraph 3.7).

    Students will be selected for one of the following specialization areas at the beginning of the thirdacademic year.

    1. Crop Products Technology2. Entrepreneurial Agriculture

    In the final year all students should carry out an industrial training and a research relevant to theirarea of interest.

    10.6 Tea Technology & Value Addition

    This is a four-year degree programme leading to Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in TeaTechnology and Value Addition offered by the Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka. Theadmission requirement is at least three S passes from one of the following subject combinationsat the G.C.E. (Advanced Level).

    1. Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Agricultural Science2. Combined Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics

    In the final year all students should carry out an industrial training and a research relevant to theirarea of interest.

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    10.7 Industrial Information Technology

    This is a four-year degree programme leading to Bachelor of Industrial Information Technology(BIIT) degree offered by the Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka. The admission requirementis at least three S passes in any G.C.E (Advanced Level) stream.

    In the final year all students should carry out an industrial training and a research relevant to theirarea of interest.

    10.8 Mineral Resources & Technology

    This is a four-year degree programme leading to Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in MineralResources and Technology offered by the Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka. The admissionrequirement is at least three S passes from one of the following subject combinations at theG.C.E. (Advanced Level) examination.

    1. Biology, Chemistry, Physics2. Combined Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics

    Students will be selected for one of the following specialization areas at the beginning of the thirdacademic year.

    1. Mineral Processing Technology2. Water Science and Technology

    In the final year all students should carry out an industrial training and a research relevant to theirarea of interest.

    10.9 Aquatic Resources Technology

    This is a four-year degree programme leading to Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in AquaticResources and Technology offered by the Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka. The admissionrequirement is same as for Biological Science (See paragraph 3.7).

    In the final year all students should carry out an industrial training and a research relevant to theirarea of interest.

    10.10 Palm & Latex Technology and Value Addition

    This is a four-year degree programme leading to Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Palm &Latex Technology and Value Addition offered by the Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka.The admission requirement is at least three S passes from one of the following subjectcombinations at the G.C.E. (Advanced Level) examination.

    1. Biology, Chemistry, Physics of Agricultural Science2. Combined Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics

    In the final year all students should carry out an industrial training and a research relevant to theirarea of interest.

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    10.11 Hospitality, Tourism and Events Management

    This is a four-year degree programme leading to Bachelor of Business Management (BBM)degree in Hospitality, Tourism and Event Management offered by the Uva Wellassa Universityof Sri Lanka. The admission requirement is at least three S passes in any G.C.E. (AdvancedLevel) stream.

    In the final year all students should carry out an industrial training and a research relevant to theirarea of interest.

    11 PHYSICAL EDUCATION / SPORTS SCIENCE & MANAGEMENT / SPEECH ANDHEARING SCIENCES

    11.1 Physical Education / Sports Science & Management

    In order to be eligible for admission to a four year special degree programme leading to B.Sc.Physical Education offered by the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka and B.Sc. SportSciences & Management offered by the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka and Universityof Sri Jayewardenepura candidate should have qualified for university admission with at leastS grade for any three subjects (i.e. in Arts, Commerce, Biological Science or Physical Sciencesubject streams) available at the G.C.E. (A/L) Examination.

    11.2 SPEECH AND HEARING SCIENCES

    Candidates who have satisfied the minimum requirements for admission in the Arts, BiologicalScience or Physical Science subject streams are eligible to seek admission to follow a four yearspecial degree programme leading to Bachelor of Science in Speech and Hearing Sciences withspecialization in Speech and Language Therapy or Audiology conducted by Faculty of Medicine,of the University of Kelaniya. Audiology track will be open only to the students who havepassed physics at the G.C.E. (A/L) examination.

    12 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY & MANAGEMENT

    In order to be eligible for admission to a four year Honors Degree Programme leading to B.Sc.(Hons) Information Technology & Management offered by the University of Moratuwa,candidates should have qualified for University admission with at least a Credit (C) pass inone of the following subjects at the G.C.E. (A/L) Examination;

    Higher Mathematics Economics MathematicsCombined Mathematics Geography PhysicsAccounting Logic & Scientific Method Business Statistics

    In addition, candidates must also fulfill the following requirements;(i) Have at least a Credit Pass (C) in English at the G.C.E. (O/L) Examination.(ii) Have at least a Credit Pass (C) in Mathematics at the G.C.E. (O/L) Examination.

    Candidates are required to submit the duly certified copy of the original G.C.E (O/L) Certificatealong with the application for University Admission. Failure to submit it will result in rejection ofthe application for Information Technology & Management.

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    13 TOURISM & HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

    In order to be eligible for admission to a course of study in Tourism & Hospitality Mangement, acandidate should have offered one of the following combinations of subjects and obtained at leastS Grades in the three subjects offered;

    (i) Any three subjects in the Commerce, Biological Science and Physical Science Streams.

    (ii) At least one of the following subjects and any other two subjects in the Arts Stream.Economics, Geography, Business Statistics

    The four year degree leading to a Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management (Special) andBachelor of Science in Hospitality Management (Special) are available at the SabaragamuwaUniversity of Sri Lanka and the four year degree leading to a Bachelor of Science in TourismManagement (Special) and Bachelor of Science in Tourism & Hospitality Management (Special)is available at the Rajarata University of Sri Lanka.

    14 INFORMATION SYSTEMS

    In order to be eligible for admission to a programme in Information Systems offered by theUniversity of Colombo, School of Computing (UCSC) a candidate should have obtainedat least a Credit Pass (C) in at least TWO of the following subjects at the G.C.E. (A/L)Examination;

    Higher Mathematics Mathematics / Combined MathematicsPhysics ChemistryAccounting Business StatisticsEconomics Business StudiesBiology Elements of Political ScienceLogic & Scientific Method GeographyCivil Technology Mechanical TechnologyElectrical, Electronic and Information TechnologyInformation and Communication Technology

    In addition, candidates must also fulfill the following requirements;(i) Have at least a Credit Pass (C) in English at the G.C.E. (O/L) Examination.(ii) Have at least a Credit Pass (C) in Mathematics I (or II) at the G.C.E. (O/L)

    Examination.

    Students admitted to this course will follow a full Information Systems degree programme ofthree years duration leading to the degree of Bachelor of Information Systems (BIS). Based ontheir performance and preference, a selected number of students will be able to follow a fouryear degree course leading to the degree of Bachelor of Science in Information SystemsEngineering [BSc(ISE)].

    NB: (a) Candidates are required to submit the duly certified copy of the original G.C.E (O/L)Certificate along with the university admission application. Failure to submit it will resultin rejection of the application for Information Systems.

    (b) The medium of instruction and examination is strictly English only.

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    Annex 1SUBJECT INDEX

    Subject Degree Higher Educational Institution

    PART THREE

    Agric Business Management B. Sc. RUH Agricultural Resource Management & Tech B. Sc RUH Agricultural Technology & Management B. Sc PDN Agriculture B.Sc. UJA/EUSL/RUSL/SUSL/WUSL Animal Science B.Ani.Sc UWU Animal Science & Fisheries B.Sc PDN Aquatic resources Technology B.Sc UWU Arabic Language B.A SEUSL Architecture B. Arch. (Hons) MRT Art & Design BFA RAFA Arts B.A CBO/PDN/SJP/KLN/UJA/RUH/EUSL/

    SEUSL/RUSL/ SUSL Anthropology B.A SJP/KLN/UJA Arabic B.A PDN/EUSL Archaeology B.A PDN/SJP/KLN/UJA Archeology & Heritage Management B.A (Special) RUSL Buddhist Civilization B.A SJP Buddhist Culture B.A KLN Buddhist Philosophy B.A SJP/KLN Buddhist Studies B.A CBO/PDN Chinese B.A KLN

    B.A. (Special) SUSL Christianity B.A EUSL Christian Culture B.A KLN Christian Civilization B.A UJA Comparative Religion B.A EUSL Criminology B.A SJP Cultural & Aesthetic Studies (Dance/Music) B.A SJP Demography B.A CBO Development Studies B.A KLN Drama & Theatre B.A KLN/UJA/EUSL Economics B.A CBO/PDN/SJP/KLN/UJA/EUSL

    B.A (Special) RUSL/ SUSL Education B. Ed. EUSL English B.A CBO/PDN/SJP/KLN/EUSL

    B.A. (Special) SUSL English Literature B.A. UJA English Language Teaching B.A UJA Environmental Management B.A (Special) RUSL Fine Arts B.A PDN/UJA/EUSL French B.A PDN/SJP/KLN Geography B.A CBO/PDN/SJP/KLN/UJA/EUSL

    B.A. (Special) SUSL German B.A KLN

    B.A (Special) SUSL Hindu Civilization B.A PDN/UJA/EUSL Hindu Philosophy B.A UJA Hindi B.A SJP/KLN

    B. A.(Special) SUSL History B.A CBO/PDN/SJP/KLN/UJA/EUSL

    B.A. (Special) RUSL Home Economics B.A UJA Image Arts (Photography, Cinema, Video & Tele) B.A KLN International Relation B.A CBO International Studies B.A KLN/EUSL Islamic Civilization B.A CBO/PDN Japanese B.A KLN

    B.A. (Special) SUSL Journalism B.A CBO Korean B.A KLN Library & Information Sciences B.A KLN Linguistics B.A KLN/UJA Literacy Criticism B.A KLN Mass Communication B.A SJP/KLN Media Studies B.A UJA Music B. A SJP Pali B.A PDN/SJP/KLN Performing Arts (Music, Dancing) B.A KLN Philosophy B.A PDN/KLN/UJA/EUSL Philosophy & Psychology B.A SJP Planning B.A UJA Political Science B.A CBO/PDN/SJP/KLN/UJA/EUSL

    B.A. (Special) SUSL

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    Psychology B.A PDN/KLN/UJA Russian B.A KLN Sanskrit B.A PDN/SJP/KLN/UJA Sinhala B.A CBO/PDN/SJP/KLN

    B.A. (Special) RUSL/SUSL Social Statistics B.A KLN Social /Business Statistics B.A SJP Sociology B.A CBO/PDN/SJP/KLN/UJA/EUSL

    B.A. (Special) SUSL Sports & Recreation Management B.A KLN Statistics B.A (Special) SUSL Tamil B.A PDN/KLN/UJA/EUSL

    B.A. (Special) SUSL Teaching English as a Second Language B.A KLN Tourism & Cultural Resource Management B.A KLN Translation Methods B.A KLN Translation Studies B.A UJA Visual Arts & Design (Painting & Graphic Des.) B.A KLN Western Classical Culture B.A PDN/KLN Performing Arts B.A. (Special) CBO (Sripalee) Mass Media B.A. (Special) CBO (Sripalee) Ayurveda B.A.M.S CBO/KLN

    Biological Science B.Sc. CBO/PDN/SJP/KLN/UJA/RUH/EUSL/SEUSL

    B.Sc. (App.Sc.) RUSL Physical Science B.Sc. CBO/PDN/SJP/KLN/UJA/RUH/EUSL/

    SEUSLB.Sc. (App.Sc.) RUSL

    Applied Biology B.Sc RUSLB.Sc. (Special) SEUSL

    Applied Physics B.Sc. (App.Sc.) Special SUSL Physical Sciences B.Sc. (App.Sc) SUSL Applied Scie