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Biological Science University degree Programs – How to select courses?

March 17, 2020 By Hiran 6 Comments

Following degree programs are available for GCE A/L Biological Science students at the National Universities. You can apply these courses if you do Biology, Chemistry and Physics for A/L. Many Biology and Agriculture courses, you can do Agriculture instead of Physics. However to select Medicine, Dental, Veterinary, Health Science Ayurveda and some other programs you need Physics as a subject.

For exact qualifications always read recent UGC University Admission book.

Download UGC University Admission book 2020

Available Degree Programs

Following courses are available (Ranked roughly according to Z-Scores of 2019 A/L or popularity)

1 – Medicine (5 years) Z 2.22

This the most popular degree program in the entire university system in Sri Lanka, because it still secures a prestigious job as a Doctor in Government Health Ministry.

There are eleven Medical Faculties in Sri Lanka which takes more than 1590 medical students.

  1. Faculty of Medicine – University of Colombo
  2. Faculty of Medicine – University of Peradeniya
  3. Faculty of Medical Sciences – University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Gangodawila
  4. Faculty of Medicine – University of Ruhuna, Karapitiya, Galle
  5. Faculty of Medicine – University of Kelaniya, Ragama
  6. Faculty of Medicine & Allied Sciences – Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura
  7. Faculty of Medicine – University of Jaffna
  8. Faculty of Health – Care Sciences – Eastern University, Sri Lanka, Batticaloa
  9. Faculty of Medicine – Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, Kuliyapitiya
  10. Faculty of Medicine – Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, Ratnapura
  11. Faculty of Medicine – University of Moratuwa, Kalutara

Read – Best Medical Faculties in Sri Lanka

Biology Degree programs

2. Dental and Veterinary

Dental Surgery (5 years) Z 1.91

  • Faculty of Dental Sciences – University of Peradeniya 
  • Faculty of Dental Sciences – University of Sri Jayewardenepura

Veterinary Science (5 years) Z 1.76

  • Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science – University of Peradeniya

B.Sc. Molecular Biology & Biochemistry (3 or 4 years)  Z 1.83

This course offered by the University of Colombo is not a Dental or Vet degree, however due to its high Z-Score, we include it here instead of under other Bio Science degrees. In fact many Science Faculties in all universities teach Molecular Biology and Genetics, however from the inception of this course this has become very popular option among Biology students.

3 – Health Science Degree Programs 

The health sector is vast, so if you cannot become a Doctor then you can follow these Allied Health courses and join the Health sector.

These courses train healthcare professions in pharmacy, laboratory technical staff, nursing, radiography and physiotherapy. They provide a range of diagnostic, technical, therapeutic, and support services in connection with health care.

B.Sc. in Physiotherapy Z 1.77-1.16

  • University of Colombo
  • University of Peradeniya

B.Sc. in Pharmacy Z 1.68-1.62

  • University of Peradeniya
  • University of Sri Jayewardenepura
  • University of Jaffna
  • University of Ruhuna 

B.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Sciences Z 1.75-1.70

  • University of Peradeniya
  • University of Sri Jayewardenepura
  • University of Ruhuna
  • University of Jaffna

B.Sc. in Radiography Z 1.63

 B.Sc. in Nursing Z 1.26-1.03

Minimum of 4’10″ in height

  • University of Peradeniya
  • University of Sri Jayewardenepura
  • University of Ruhuna
  • University of Jaffna
  • Eastern University, Sri Lanka
  • University of Colombo

4 – Biological Science BSc General and Special (Or Honours) Degrees

B.Sc. in Biological Science– 3 or 4 years Z 1.66-1.41

These degrees have three subject combinations. Subjects offered for these degrees include -Biology, Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, Forestry and Environmental Science, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Aquatic Science, Food Science, Management Science, Pharmacy, Immunology, Bio-informatics, ICT and Horticulture etc. Please refer to UCG handbook to check the subject combinations or visit the websites of the science faculties of these Universities.

These degrees are three-year General degrees or four-year degrees. Some universities named these four-year degrees as Special degrees and some named them as Hounours degrees.

  • University of Colombo
  • University of Peradeniya
  • University of Sri Jayewardenepura
  • University of Kelaniya
  • University of Jaffna
  • University of Ruhuna
  • Eastern University, Sri Lanka
  • South Eastern University of Sri Lanka

 5. B.Sc. in Agricultural Technology & Management (4 years) Z 1.52

This course if offered by the University of Peradeniya. This course and Agriculture degrees offered by other Universities cover broad subject areas: Agricultural Biology, Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural Extension, Agricultural Economics, and Business Management, Animal Science, Crop Science, Food Science and Technology, and Soil Science.

6. Food Science

Recently Food science has become popular among Biology students as it is connected with jobs in the food industry. The degree offered by Jayewardnepura University is more in Chemistry based, while the Peradeniya degree is in Agriculture based and the Wayamba degree has a component in Nutrition.

Food Science & Technology – 4 years  Z 1.70- 1.86

  • BSc Honours in Food Science & Technology, University of Sri Jayewardenepura
  • B.Sc. Special in Food Science & Technology, University of Peradeniya
  • B.Sc. Special in Food Science & Technology, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka

B.Sc Honours in Food Science & Nutrition – 4 years Z 1.45

  • Wayamba University of Sri Lanka

Bachelor of Science Honours in Food Production & Management – 4 years Z 1.32

  • Wayamba University of Sri Lanka

7. Degrees related to Environment, Fisheries and Animal Science 

BSc in Environmental Conservation and Management (3 or 4 years) Z 1.33

  • University of Kelaniya

B.Sc. in Animal Science & Fisheries (4 years) Z 1.30

  • University of Peradeniya

B.Sc. Honours in Fisheries and Marine Sciences (4 years)  Z 1.23

  • University of Ruhuna

8. Ayurveda Degrees

Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery – 6 years Z 1.36- 1.33

  • Institute of Indigenous Medicine, University of Colombo
  • The Gampaha Wickramarachchi University of Ayurveda Medicine

Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery (B.U.M.S.) – 6 years Z 1.32

  • Institute of Indigenous Medicine, University of Colombo

Bachelor of Siddha Medicine and Surgery (B.S.M.S.) – 6 years Z 1.01

  • University of Jaffna – Tamil medium
  • Trincomalee Campus of the Eastern University – English Medium

9. Agriculture Degrees of the University of Ruhuna 

Among the following courses, more complete Agriculture course is Agriculture Resource Management, however other recent courses have higher Z scores due to limited vacancies available.

B.Sc. in Green Technology (4 years) Z 1.35

B.Sc. in Agribusiness Management (4 years) Z 1.23

B.Sc. in Agricultural Resource Management & Technology (4 years) Z 1.20
University of Ruhuna

10. Applied Sciences (Biological Science)

Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka Z 1.27

  • B.Sc. (Applied Sciences) General Degree in Environmental Sciences and Natural Resources Management
  • B.Sc. (Applied Sciences) Special Degree in Environmental Sciences and Natural Resources Management

University of Jaffna (Vavuniya Campus) Z 1.23

  • B.Sc. (Environmental Science)
  • B.Sc. in Environmental Science (Special)

Rajarata University of Sri Lanka  Z 1.19

  • B.Sc. (General) Degree in Applied Sciences
  • B.Sc. Degree in Applied Sciences
  • B.Sc. (Joint Major) Degree in Applied Sciences
  • B.Sc. (Special) Degree in Applied Biology

11. B.Sc. in Agriculture (4 years) 1.08

  • Rajarata University of Sri Lanka
  • Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
  • Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka
  • Eastern University, Sri Lanka
  • University of Jaffna

12. Other Biological Degrees

B.Sc. (General/ Special) Degree in Health Promotion – 3 or 4 years Z 1.12

  • Rajarata University of Sri Lanka

B.Sc. Honours in Export Agriculture (4 years) Z 1.07

  • Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka

B.Sc. Honours in Animal Production and Food Technology (4 years) Z 1.05

  • Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka

BSc Honours in Aquatic Resources and Technology (4 Years) Z 1.05

  • Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka

13. Non Biological Science degrees from Other Streams

Biological Science students can also apply for the following courses offered by different Universities if you have fulfilled the entry requirements for these courses

  1. Law (Z 1.95)
  2. Architecture
  3. Design (Z 1.10)
  4. Fashion Design & Product Development
  5. Management Studies (TV)
  6. Information Technology (IT) (Z 1.62)
  7. Management and Information Technology (MIT)
  8. Town & Country Planning
  9. Peace and Conflict Resolution
  10. Information and Communication Technology (ICT) (Z 0.44)
  11. Science and Technology
  12. Computer Science & Technology
  13. Entrepreneurship & Management
  14. Tea Technology & Value Addition ( Z 1.06)
  15. Industrial Information Technology
  16. Mineral Resources and Technology
  17. Management and Information Technology (SEUSL)
  18. Physical Education
  19. Speech and Hearing Sciences (Z 1.28)
  20. Sports Science & Management (Z 0.94- 0.71)
  21. Hospitality, Tourism and Events Management
  22. Palm and Latex Technology & Value Addition
  23. Information Technology & Management
  24. Tourism & Hospitality Management
  25. Information Systems
  26. Landscape Architecture (Z 0.85)
  27. Translation Studies
  28. Film & Television Studies
  29. Project Management
  30. Marine and Fresh Water Sciences
  31. Food Business Management
  32. Geographical Information Science
  33. Human Resource Development

Read More

  • Higher Education Opportunities in the Field of Biological Sciences
  • Biomedical Science Courses & Degrees
  • Engineering and Physical Science courses at National Universities

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  1. Siyam Fathima Imana says

    June 4, 2023 at 6:10 pm

    I am imana. I am studying bio science bu i like to do a course. Can i do???

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  2. Ifasnajeem says

    June 2, 2022 at 9:57 pm

    Chemestry ,biology, and agriculture i got this subject .what highest course this stream?

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  3. TharushiTthisarani says

    May 20, 2020 at 8:45 am

    What is the new closing date of applying universities?

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    • Hiran says

      May 22, 2020 at 5:50 am

      Online Applications for University Admission-Academic Year 2019/2020
      Deadline – Two weeks after reopening of schools

      Reply
  4. umesha rashmi says

    March 18, 2020 at 5:40 am

    What is the closing date for applying online for universities?

    Reply
    • Hiran says

      March 18, 2020 at 9:41 am

      New date 9th April 2020

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