Online degrees in Sri Lanka

Apr 20, 2010 15 Comments by KalanaTennakoon

Now you can obtain a degree or diploma without attending a university or an institute. These are called as online degrees. Although this is a novel concept to Sri Lanka it’s a much popular option in other foreign countries. All you need to have is an internet-connected computer and required financing. Different types of qualifications are awarded through this method such as Diplomas, Bachelors and Masters Degrees. online degrees of Sri Lanka

Several Online degrees were initiated in Sri Lanka in 2003 under Distance Education Modernization Project (DEMP). DEMP is an initiative of the Ministry of Higher Education. The main objective of DEMP is facilitating the means to develop online distance learning (ODL) institutions and a means for delivering ODL throughout the country.

In Sri Lanka some state universities, professional associations, private and public sector education institutions offer number of online degrees. Out of them Universities of Colombo and Rajarata are pioneer online degree providers. They offer number of online Bachelors and Masters Degrees. You can choose an online course according to your preference. There are different subject areas offered by institutes such as Management, Marketing, Science, Engineering, IT and Cookery.

There are many advantages of online degree programmes. The main benefit is you can obtain a degree while you’re engage in other work such as employment. At the same time it will save your time and travelling cost. This has become a popular option in foreign countries as you can enroll for a course of an institute which is far from your home town. For example a student live in Galle can enroll for a course in Rajarata University. Financial assistance is also available to needy students under the Stipend Program. You can contact National Online Distance Education Service of Sri Lanka on +94 (0) 11 267-1783 or email helpdesk@nodes.lk

However there are some disadvantages of these online degrees. The main drawback is there will be less interaction between lecturers and students. Sometimes you may feel boring rather than studying in a classroom with number of other students. Also you need to have a good internet-connected computer at your home or working place.

Following is a list of available courses under this programme.

University degrees
University of Colombo

  • M. Sc. in Disaster Management
  • Masters in Applied Organic Chemistry
  • M. Sc. in Bioinformatics
  • M.Sc. in Environmental Science
  • M.Sc. in Medical Toxicology

Rajarata University of Sri Lanka

  • Bachelors Degree in Business Management
  • Bachelors Degree in Physical Sciences
  • Bachelors Degree in Biological sciences

 University of Moratuwa

  • Bachelor of Information Technology

University of Peradeniya

  • Bachelor of Business Administration

University of Jaffna

  • Bachelor of Business Management

 
Post Graduate Diplomas

  •  Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing by Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM)

Higher National Diplomas
IDM Computer Studies (Pvt.) Ltd

  • Higher National Diploma in Teacher Education
  • Higher National Diploma in E-Business and ICT

Diplomas
Centre for the Study of Human Rights,
(University of Colombo)- Diploma in Human Rights

Damrivi Foundation

  • Diploma in English
  • Diploma in Buddhist Studies

Department of Vocational Studies, Ladies College- Diploma in Teaching Children with Special Learning Disabilities
Indination Computer Institute- Diploma in Computer Studies
Informatics Institute of Technology- Diploma in Computing
International Institute of Health Sciences- Diploma in Hospital Management
Institute of Technology- Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology
Institute of Supplies and Materials Management- Diploma in Purchasing and Materials Management
Institute of Agro-technology and Rural Sciences- Diploma in Agro-Technology
(University of Colombo)

Institute of Engineering Technology- Diploma in building and structural engineering
OpenArc School of Business and Technology

  • Diploma in Software Development
  • Diploma in Computerised Drafting
  • Diploma in Project Management

Post Graduate Institute of Medicine-
(University of Colombo) Diploma in Family Medicine
Tecland Institute of Computer Studies- Diploma in Information & Communication Technology – ICT-
University of Colombo- Diploma in E-Business
Sri Lanka Institute of Development Admin,.- Diploma in Public Management
Winstone School of Culinary Arts- Diploma in Food and Beverages
Winstone School of Culinary Arts- Diploma in Cookery

Other courses
Institute of Quantity Surveyors- Certificate in Quantity Surveying
National Institute of Health Science

  •  Certificate in External Pharmacists Training
  • Certificate in Exercise Therapy and Mental Training

Open University of Sri Lanka-

  • Educational Technology
  • Continuing Professional Development for General Medical Practitioners

Institute of Certified Management Accountants-

  • Technician Stage Qualification
  • Professional Stage Qualification

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15 Responses to “Online degrees in Sri Lanka”

  1. Prageeth says:

    thank you for this valuable article. It gives lot of new information

  2. ganga says:

    I,m very happy seew your web side, thank u very much creative this side for sri lankan stidents.

  3. umeash says:

    Valuable information on online degree in srilanka. Thanks.

  4. Shenali HIrunika says:

    Thanks much for sharing these valuable information, Just what I needed.

  5. Dinusha says:

    Its wonderful we can do a degree from home. I would like to thank the writer of the article.

  6. Geetha says:

    I woud like to do MA with histry or archiology.Are there any place to do it in on line?

  7. Janith Cooray says:

    Dear Geetha sister,
    I dont think there are Online degrees foe above subjects in Sri Lanka.

  8. Rika says:

    I’m glad to hear this & eager to do a degree online too,since this was a matter I was wondering if I had I could do.

  9. TF Bohoran says:

    It will be grateful if you could send me details in online Disaster Management ( Diploma course/ M sc ). Also the course duration and the fees too. This will enable me to plan for selection of a course.
    Thank you

  10. Gayan Fernando says:

    it really helps people to find out information that they are unaware of!

  11. Hiran says:

    Bohoran, Please contact course provider for details on MSc/ Diploma program.

  12. Saravanan Sivalingam Pillai says:

    I am a srilankan and working in Dubai, interested in following on-line programs.
    I have completed my A/L in 1994 and working for airline fiend since.
    Now I feel I need to get a degree to add to my profession, my work field is fully related to the service industry.
    I would really appreciate, even if you could suggest any other programs which will be suitable for my field.
    Programs Which I am interested are -
    - Winstone School of Culinary Arts- Diploma in Food and Beverages
    - Winstone School of Culinary Arts- Diploma in Cookery
    - University of Peradeniya
    Bachelor of Business Administration
    Please send details of the courses, fees and the way of enrolment

  13. Hiran says:

    @Saravanan – Please contact universities directly for course details.

  14. Kalana says:

    Saravanan,
    CONTACT WIN-STONE SCHOOL OF CULINARY ART on
    No. 287, Stanly Thilakarathne Mawatha,
    Jubilee Post, Nugegoda,
    Sri Lanka.
    Email info@thewinstonegroup.com / online@thewinstonegroup.com
    Web http://www.thewinstonegroup.com
    Phone 011-2814500 / 077-7699733
    Fax 011-2820547

    Programme Duration
    Duration is 1 year .Two intakes per year (June & December) . Submission of application two weeks prior to the commencement

    Admission Requirement
    Entry requirement for the Certificate Programme is GCE ‘O’ Levels with passes in English & Maths or 1 year industry experience

    Entry requirement for the Diploma Programme is 1 year industry experience in Restaurant & Bar supervisory category or 5 Years industry experience .

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