Sri Lanka National University

University of Kelaniya

The University of Kelaniya is one of Sri Lanka's largest universities, known for its strong humanities, Pali & Buddhist Studies, science and commerce programmes. It has a vibrant campus culture and strong academic traditions.

Kelaniya, Western Province Est. 1959 Rank #4 in Sri Lanka 90+ Programmes

15,000+

Students

Faculties

90+

Programmes

1201–1400

QS World

90+

Programmes

15K+

Students

SL Ranking

1959

Established

Academic Programmes

Faculties & Courses

Explore all faculties and available degree programmes at University of Kelaniya.

Faculty of Humanities

Sinhala

Tamil

English

Linguistics

Philosophy

Drama & Theatre

Fine Arts

Faculty of Science

Physics

Chemistry

Zoology

Botany

Mathematics

Computer Science

Industrial Statistics

Faculty of Commerce

Bachelor of Commerce

Accounting

Finance

Business Administration

Marketing

Faculty of Social Sciences

Economics

Sociology

Geography

Political Science

Mass Communication

Faculty of Medicine

MBBS

Medical Laboratory Sciences

Nursing

Admission Requirements

A/L results across multiple streams accepted

Medicine requires high Z-Score, Biology & Chemistry

Humanities accepts Arts stream students

Commerce stream for Faculty of Commerce

Why Choose UOK?

Renowned for Pali & Buddhist Studies

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              One of the largest student populations in Sri Lanka
            

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              Strong performing arts and cultural activities
            

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              Active student union with vibrant campus life
            

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              Conveniently located close to Colombo
            

University of Kelaniya

Faculties & Courses

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