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Study Mathematics in Sri Lanka

Mathematics degrees develop abstract and analytical thinking – algebra, analysis, geometry, statistics and applied mathematics – a foundation for research, data science, finance and engineering.

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    Mathematics (B.Sc.Special Degree Course)

    University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Nugegoda, Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 Gangodawila, Sri Lanka

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  2. Master

    Industrial Mathematics (Msc)

    University of Peradeniya 🇱🇰 Peradeniya, Sri Lanka

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  3. Master

    M.Sc./Post Graduate Diploma in Industrial Mathematics

    University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Nugegoda, Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 Gangodawila, Sri Lanka

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  4. Master

    Master of Science/Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Mathematics (M.Phil./Ph.D./D.M. programme)

    University of Colombo 🇱🇰 Colombo, Sri Lanka

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  6. Diploma

    Postgraduate Diploma/ M Sc in Industrial Mathematics.

    University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Nugegoda, Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 Gangodawila, Sri Lanka

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  7. Bachelor

    Mathematics (Bachelor of Science (Special Degree) (4 years duration))

    University of Colombo 🇱🇰 Colombo, Sri Lanka

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  8. Bachelor

    Mathematics (Bachelor)

    University of Ruhuna 🇱🇰 Galle, Matara, Sri Lanka

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  9. Bachelor

    Conventional Mathematics (Bachelor of Science (Special Degree) (4 years duration))

    University of Colombo 🇱🇰 Colombo, Sri Lanka

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  10. Undergraduate

    Mathematics (Undergraduate)

    South Eastern University of Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 Oluvil, Sammanthurai, Sri Lanka

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  11. Other programmes

    Mathematics

    Eastern University, Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 Chenkalady, Sri Lanka

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  12. Bachelor

    mathematics (Bachelor)

    Uva Wellassa University Vavuniya Campus, University of Jaffna 🇱🇰 Jaffna, Sri Lanka

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  13. Specialisation

    Mathematics (Speciality)

    University of Ruhuna 🇱🇰 Galle, Matara, Sri Lanka

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Study Mathematics in Sri Lanka – facts and figures

In Sri Lanka, 7 universities and colleges offer 12 Mathematics programmes: 4 Bachelor, 3 Master and 0 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Colombo, Gangodawila, Galle, Matara and Oluvil, Sammanthurai. Institutions with the widest choice: University of Colombo, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Nugegoda, Sri Lanka and University of Ruhuna.

Degrees in Mathematics

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Mathematics builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Mathematics, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Mathematics programmes?

The directory lists 12 Mathematics programmes at 7 institutions in Sri Lanka. Popular cities include Colombo, Gangodawila and Galle, Matara.

How long does it take to study Mathematics?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Mathematics programmes in Sri Lanka?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are University of Colombo, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Nugegoda, Sri Lanka, University of Ruhuna, South Eastern University of Sri Lanka and University of Peradeniya.

How do I apply?

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