If you unable to enter National University with good Z-scores as an internal student, still you can obtain a degree by registering as an external student. Such degrees are known as External Degrees.
There are many external degrees offered by different National Universities in Sri Lanka. The advantage of going for such a degree is you can do studies while doing a Job. After registering in the particular university, classes offered by various Private educational (tuition) centers should be followed before sitting for the examinations.
External Degree courses listed on the UGC website
| External Degree Course | ||
| 1. | Bachelor of Science in Electronics & Automation Technologies | University of Colombo |
| 2. | Bachelor of Information Technology | |
| 3. | Bachelor of Science in Financial Engineering | |
| 4. | Bachelor of Business Administration | University of Peradeniya |
| 5. | Bachelor of Arts (General) | |
| 6. | B.Sc. Business Administration (General) | University of Sri Jayewardenepura |
| 7. | Bachelor of Humanities & Social Sciences | |
| 8. | Bachelor of Arts in English (General) | |
| 9. | B.Sc. Management (Public) General | |
| 10. | Bachelor of Commerce (General) | |
| 11. | Bachelor of Social Sciences (General) in Environmental and Development Studies | |
| 12. | Bachelor of Information Technology | University of Moratuwa |
| 13. | Bachelor of Science in Plantation Management | Wayamba University of Sri Lanka |
| 14. | Bachelor of Science in Food Quality Management | |
| 15. | B.Sc. (Physiotherapy) Diploma -to – Degree upgrade | University of Kelaniya |
| 16. | Bachelor of Science (Speech & Language Therapy) | |
| 17. | Bachelor of Science (Occupational Therapy) | |
| 18. | Bachelor of Commerce (Special) | |
| 19. | Bachelor of Science (General) | |
| 20. | Bachelor of Business Management | |
| 21. | Bachelor of Arts | |
| 22. | Bachelor of Business Administration | Rajarata University of Sri Lanka |
| 23. | Bachelor of Business Administration (General) | |
| 24. | Bachelor of Arts | University of Ruhuna |
| 25. | Bachelor of Business Administration (Agribusiness Management) | Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka |
| 26. | Bachelor of Commerce | University of Jaffna |
| 27. | Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) General | South Eastern University of Sri Lanka |
| 28. | Bachelor of Business Administration (General) | |
| 29. | Bachelor of Arts (BA) General | |
| 30. | Bachelor of Performing Arts (External) General | University of the Visual & Performing Arts |
| 31 | Bachelor of Business Management (External) General | Eastern University,Sri Lanka |
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Popular External Degrees
[table id=2 /]UGC recognized External Degree Programs
UGC has approved following External Degrees & Extension Courses.
- Bachelor of Science in Electronics & Automation Technologies
- Bachelor of Information Technology
- Bachelor of Science in Financial Engineering
University of Peradeniya
- Bachelor of Business Administration
- Bachelor of Arts (General)
University of Sri Jayewardenepura
- B.Sc. Business Administration (General)
- Bachelor of Humanities & Social Sciences
- Bachelor of Arts in English (General)
- B.Sc. Management (Public) General
- Bachelor of Commerce (General)
- Bachelor of Social Sciences (General) in Environmental and Development Studies
University of Moratuwa
Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
- Bachelor of Science in Plantation Management
University of Kelaniya
- B.Sc. (Physiotherapy) Diploma -to – Degree upgrade
- Bachelor of Science (Speech & Language Therapy)
- Bachelor of Science (Occupational Therapy)
- Bachelor of Commerce (Special)
- Bachelor of Science (General)
- Bachelor of Business Management
- Bachelor of Arts
Rajarata University of Sri Lanka
- Bachelor of Business Administration
- Bachelor of Business Administration (General)
University of Ruhuna
- Bachelor of Arts
Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka
- Bachelor of Business Administration (Agribusiness Management)
- Certificate in IT
- Certificate in English
- Higher Diploma in Corporative Business Management
- Bachelor of Commerce University of Jaffna
South Eastern University of Sri Lanka
- Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) General
- Bachelor of Business Administration (General)
- Bachelor of Arts (BA) General
University of the Visual & Performing Arts
- Bachelor of Performing Arts (External) General
Some Popular External Degrees
We will have a brief look at some recognized external degrees in Sri Lanka.
BIT (Bachelor of Information Technology) (Colombo)
This degree is offered by University of Colombo School of Computing (UCSC). It’s one of most popular external degrees in Sri Lanka. BIT is a degree programme which was introduced in year 2000. It has duration of 3 years. However you can obtain a diploma at end of 1st year as a part qualification. It is considered as nationally and internationally recognized information and communication qualification. You can follow BIT, If you have three passes in the G.C.E. (A/L) examination in one sitting and a credit pass for Mathematics in the G.C.E. (O/L).
Details: https://studentlanka.com/2011/09/19/bachelor-of-information-technology-bit-external-degree-from-ucsc/
B.Sc (Business Administration) (Jayewardenepura)
This is another popular external degree in Sri Lanka offered by Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. It’s a university that offers the best Management courses in the country. Therefore each year large number of candidates get registered for this external degree. It’s conducted by Department of Business Administration. Course duration is 3 years. You should have at least 3 passes in A/L in one sitting. There are three other external degrees offered by University of Sri Jayewardenepura such as
B.Sc. Public Management (General) external Degree program
Conducted by the Department of Public Administration,University of Sri Jayewardenepura.
Bachelor of Commerce (General) external Degree program
Conducted under the Department of Commerce, University of Sri Jayewardenepura.
Bachelor of Arts External Degree programs – B.A (General/Special Degrees)
Many universities in Sri Lanka offer B.A external degrees.
BA degrees of University of Sri Jayewardenepura
University of Sri Jayewardenepura offers three Extenal degrees in Arts.
Bachelor of Arts (General) External Degree in Humanities and Social Sciences
Bachelor of Arts Social Sciences (General) External Degree in Environmental and Development Studies
Bachelor of Arts in English (General) External Degree
Bachelor of Arts (BA) at University of Peradeniya
The Faculty of Arts of the University of Peradeniya conducts the BA Degree programme since the establishment of the External Examinations Division in 1978.
B.A(General/Special Degree) (Kelaniya)
University of Kelaniya has started this programme in 1993. You have to first register for General degree and based on your performance at 1st year limited number of students will be registered for Special degree. You should have obtained at least 3 passes at GCE A/L examination together with 6 passes at GCE O/L including 3 Credit passes. (Maths should be Credit pass or above). Other recognized qualifications are also considered.
B.A General (External) Degree at University of Ruhuna
https://studentlanka.com/2015/04/14/external-degrees-university-of-ruhuna/
B.Sc (General) (Physical Science stream) (Kelaniya)
This is another degree offered by University of Kelaniya. There are two subject combinations which can be selected according to your preference. To enter this degree programme you should have obtained 3 passes at GCE A/L including Combined Mathematics. Candidates for External Degree Courses should have completed 18 years of age. A certified copy of the Birth Certificate should be forwarded with the application for registration. More…
B.Com (Special Degree) (Kelaniya)
Bachelor of Commerce is a there year degree programme conducted by University of Kelaniya. You should have obtained 3 passes at GCE A/L preferably in Commerce stream.
Similarly University of Peradeniya also offers some external degrees.
Here we have mentioned only some of most popular external degrees offered by National universities in Sri Lanka. Some students follow Degrees at Open University.
Check details of External Degree Programs
External Degrees at University of Kelaniya
https://studentlanka.com/2013/03/06/external-degrees-university-of-kelaniya/
External Degrees at University of Colombo
https://studentlanka.com/2014/03/14/external-degrees-university-of-colombo/
External Degrees at University of Sri Jayewardenepura
https://studentlanka.com/2013/12/21/external-degrees-university-of-sri-jayewardenepura-bsc-management-bcom-ba-2014/
External Degrees at University of Peradeniya
https://studentlanka.com/2014/02/08/external-degrees-university-of-peradeniya/
External Degrees at University of Ruhuna
https://studentlanka.com/2015/04/14/external-degrees-university-of-ruhuna/
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I passed A/L examination in arts stream , so I want to apply for external degree in English , how to apply plz tell me
Is it possible to do the BIT degree in Moratuwa University while doing an internal arts degree as well? Is this against UGC regulations?
sri, how to apply for sri lankan kelaniya university external degree programme in 2019
i AM KEEN TO DO AN EXTERNAL LAW DEGREE. I OWN AN INSURANCE BROKING COMPANY IN SRI LANKA FOR THE LAST ALMOST 8 YEARS.
MY WORK EXPERIENCE IS IN INSURANCE , AND THEREFORE, I AM KEEN TO DO A DEGREE IN LAW.
i AM 49 YEARS.
IS IT POSSIBLE FOR ME TO GET THIS DEGREE AS AN EXTERNAL STUDENT.
I have following a external degree in bachelor of arts. So I need to know how to apply for a govenment teaching after the degree? There are any exams to apply that and what kind of exams that I need to face? Can you give me some details please?
Ministry of Education will call applications for graduate teachers like this one.
https://studentlanka.com/2013/04/23/sri-lanka-teaching-jobs-vacancies-for-graduate-teachers/
Dear, i have passed A/L in maths stream, i need some details about suitable degree.
I need to follow as an external student.
What are the best choice to follow a degree related to maths subjects and which university could be suitable?
Thank you.
BIT colombo, moratuwa university
Pls suggest me an English degree programme.I am an English teacher. i live in Colombo. Any part time place would be fine
What is the difference between external degrees and general degrees?
Many external degrees are three year General degrees. Special degrees should be four year degrees.
BBA Extrenal degree akda hoda sliate ake accountansy digry akada
I want to know about following an external degree,I have done AL in arts stream 2011 and I failed English Literature.Can I follow BA degree or what should I do to follow an external degree..
You can follow BA external degree.
Read this also. Open University vs External Degree- Which is better & more employable?
https://studentlanka.com/2017/08/15/open-university-vs-external-degree-which-is-better-more-employable/
what is the difference between internal and external degrees? and does this external degree has the same recognition as the internal degree do?
With external degrees you can apply for government jobs and for many higher education programs. Recognition of a degree by a private sector depends on the performance of the candidate.
Dear, i have passed A/L in bio streem, i need some details about Agriculture courses like as some diploma,or degree level from state universities.
I need follow as an externel or internal student.
What are the best choise to follow the agri courses and which university could be suitable?
I think open university or wayamba campus.
But i need spend low cost to follow this course.
Thank you.
Join Open University to do Agriculture, or join Agriculture colleges.
https://studentlanka.com/2010/04/28/admission-to-sri-lanka-school-of-agriculture-diploma-in-agriculture/
I have altogether 10 yrs working experience such as 5 yrs in teaching, 1 yr as business coordinator, 1 sample room coordinator and currently working since 4 yrs in Brandix Apparel solutions in Welisara then they transferred to Accenture Global company in Supply chain. I have followed Diploma in English through Aquinas University and followed Diploma in Association of Business Executive (6th level) through Oxford business college.
Should I able to follow MBA according to my work experience.
Do U know any food science degree cource in any sri lankan campus.
Pls help me
No external food science degrees. Internal food science bsc courses are in Jayewardenepura and Peradeniya universities.