Universities in Sri Lanka | Sri Lanka University

1. University Grants Commission (UGC)

• The University Grants Commission of Sri Lanka is the apex body overseeing the higher education system in the country. It regulates and coordinates university education.

2. Public Universities

• Sri Lanka has several public universities offering a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Some notable ones include:

1. University of Colombo: Oldest university in Sri Lanka, offering a variety of programs in arts, science, management, and more.
2. University of Peradeniya: Located in the central hills, known for its scenic campus, and offers programs in agriculture, medicine, engineering, and humanities.
3. University of Moratuwa: Renowned for engineering and architecture programs.
4. University of Kelaniya: Offers a variety of undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
5. University of Sri Jayewardenepura: Known for business studies, social sciences, and humanities.

3. Specialized Institutions

• Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT): Specializes in information technology and related disciplines.

• Open University of Sri Lanka: Provides distance education programs for a diverse range of subjects.

• Rajarata University of Sri Lanka: Located in the North Central Province, offering programs in agriculture, management, social sciences, and more.

• Wayamba University of Sri Lanka: Known for programs in agriculture, business, and applied sciences.

4. Medical Education

• University of Colombo - Faculty of Medicine

• University of Peradeniya - Faculty of Medicine

• University of Kelaniya - Faculty of Medicine

• University of Sri Jayewardenepura - Faculty of Medical Sciences

5. Technical and Vocational Education

• University of Vocational Technology (UNIVOTEC): Specializes in providing vocational and technical education.

6. Private Universities

• In recent years, private universities have also been established, offering programs in various disciplines. Some examples include:

1. SAITM (South Asian Institute of Technology and Medicine): Offers programs in medicine and allied health sciences.
2. NSBM Green University Town: Known for programs in business, computing, and engineering.

7. International Collaboration

• Some Sri Lankan universities engage in international collaborations, including academic exchange programs and joint research initiatives.

8. Research and Development

• Sri Lankan universities actively contribute to research and development in various fields.

9. Challenges

• Challenges in the higher education system include issues related to funding, infrastructure, and the need for continuous improvement in the quality of education.

Sri Lanka Top 10 University | Best University in Sri Lanka

1 University of Colombo
2 University of Peradeniya
3 University of Ruhuna
4 University of Sri Jayewardenepura
5 University of Moratuwa
6 University of Kelaniya
7 University of Jaffna
8 Rajarata University
9 Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
10 Sabaragamuwa University

11 Open University of Sri Lanka
12 General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University
13 South Eastern University of Sri Lanka
14 Eastern University of Sri Lanka
15 Uva Wellassa University
16 Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology
17 National Institute of Fundamental Studies Sri Lanka
18 University Grants Commission Sri Lanka
19 Sri Lanka Technological Campus
20 Industrial Technology Institute

21 Informatics Institute of Technology Sri Lanka
22 National Institute of Education Sri Lanka
23 ESOFT Metro Campus
24 National Institute of Business Management
25 Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education
26 NSBM Green University
27 CINEC Campus
28 Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology Sri Lanka
29 University of the Visual & Performing Arts
30 Horizon Campus

31 ANC Education
32 IDM University
33 Sri Lanka Institute of Development Administration Colombo
34 Australian College of Business and Technology
35 Buddhist & Pali University of Sri Lanka
36 Arthur C Clarke Institute of Modern Technologies
37 International Institute of Health Sciences
38 University of Vocational Technology Ratmalana
39 Sri Lanka Institute of Architects
40 American College of Higher Education

41 Royal Institute of Colombo
42 Sri Lanka Press Institute
43 Ocean University of Sri Lanka
44 Aquinas College of Higher Studies Colombo
45 Institute of Engineering Technology
46 BMS Business Management School
47 IDM Nations Campus
48 Imperial Institute of Higher Education
49 Kaatsu International University Sri Lanka
50 Nawaloka College of Higher Studies

51 National Institute of Social Development
52 Sri Lanka International Buddhist Academy SIBA
53 Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka
54 SLIIT Academy
55 Northshore College
56 Saegis Campus
57 IESL College of Engineering
58 IUHS Campus
59 (3) Postgraduate Institute of Humanities and Social Sciences University of Peradeniya
60 Slintec Academy
61 Nagananda International Institute for Buddhist Studies

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