BSc in Information Technology (3 Years) / Hons (4 Years)
ACM/IEEE aligned Online & Onsite learning Internships & Scholarships Open for employed individuals
Industry-oriented programme following global curriculum guidelines. Flexible learning with laboratory sessions, plus opportunity to transfer to BSc (Hons) in IT in the third year. Internship & scholarship opportunities through strong industry partnerships.
Duration
BSc IT: 3 years
BSc(Hons): 4 years
Mode
Online + Onsite labs
Regional Centres
Pathway
Transfer to Honours
in 3rd year
Scholarships
Industry partnered
internships
Admission Requirements
| Option A | G.C.E. (A/L) 03 passes in any sitting |
|---|---|
| Option B | 03 pass grades for Foundation Program / Advanced Certificate in Science offered by OUSL |
| Option C | 03 pass grades obtained from the combination of (A) & (B) |
| Option D | Foundation Programme / Advanced Certificate in Social Science offered by OUSL |
| Option E | Equivalent / Higher qualification acceptable to the Senate |
| Selection | Must pass the Selection Test and/or Interview |
Note: All applicants, regardless of qualification category, are required to appear for the paper-based selection test & interview as per university guidelines.
Important Dates
Selection Test (Paper Based):08th August 2025 | 10.00 a.m. – 11.00 a.m. (All Regional Centres of OUSL)
Application Issuing Date:01st June 2026
Closing Date of Applications:19th July 2026
Registration Starting:September 2026
Academic Activities Begin:October 2026
Online Orientation:Details will be informed later
Application & Fee
Application Fee: Rs. 750/- (Inclusive of selection test fee)
Payment in cash also accepted at nearest OUSL Regional Centre
Apply Online Now
✔️ Direct application portal – secure & official | Last date: 19th July 2026
Learning & Opportunities
- Designed according to ACM/IEEE curriculum guidelines – globally recognised IT structure.
- Online and onsite learning with laboratory sessions at regional centres island-wide.
- Transfer to BSc (Hons) in IT degree in the third year – upgrade your qualification.
- Internship & scholarship opportunities through industry partnerships – real-world experience.
- Open to all including employed individuals – flexible study pathways.
011 288 1284 / 011 288 1156 / 011 288 1095
070 699 3134
dcsitedgree@ou.ac.lk
070 699 3134
dcsitedgree@ou.ac.lk
The Open University of Sri Lanka
All Regional Centres (Selection Test)
All Regional Centres (Selection Test)
Selection test (paper based) will be held on 08th August 2025 at all Regional Centres of OUSL. Make sure to apply before closing date 19th July 2026 to be eligible. Orientation and academic calendar updates will be shared via official channels.