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Message from the University Grants Commission 1

Abbreviations 3

Instructions to use this Handbook 5

- Policies and Principles governing admission to first degree 7 programmes in State Universities & Higher Educational Institutes under the University Grants Commission

1.1 Admissions Policy for State Universities and Higher 8

Educational Institutes

1.2 Minimum requirements for university admission 10

1.3 Z score obtained by the students at the G.C.E. 10

(Advanced Level) Examination

1.4 'Cut o

ff ' Marks required for admission to different 10 courses of study at different universities

1.5 Criteria for determination of the district of a candidate 11

for university admission

1.6 Admission criteria for State Universities and Higher 12

Educational Institutes established under the Universities

Act No. 16 of 1978 (as amended)

1.7 Ineligibility for admission to a State University or a 13

Higher Educational Institute established under the

Universities Act No. 16 of 1978 (as amended)

1.8 Steps taken to reduce the delay in admission of students to 15

the universities Essential information for preparation for admission to first degree 17 programmes conducted by State Universities & Higher Educational

Institutes under the University Grants Commission

2.1 Titles of each course of study under different subject streams 20

2.2 Advanced Level subject pre-requisites to satisfy the 30

entry requirements for first degree programmes - iv -UNIVERSITY GRANTS COMMISSIONACADEMIC YEAR 2019/2020 Introduction to Uni-Codes system and instructions to use Uni-Codes for 101 indicating the order of preference

3.1 Introduction to Uni-Codes system and instructions to use 102

Uni-Codes for indicating the order of preference

3.2 Basis of assignment of students to courses of study of the universitie

s 103

3.3 Change the order of preference for the courses of study of the 106

universities Application procedure and other important instructions 107

4.1 Application Procedure 108

4.2 Procedure for filling of vacancies / method adopted for not getting109 selected to some of the higher preferred courses of study of universities under filling of vacancies or to remain in the currently selected course of study and the university without getting elevated to any of the higher preferences under filling of vacancies 4.3 Procedure to obtain a transfer from one university to another for111 the same course of study 4.4

Procedure to make an appeal112

4.5 Procedure to make a complaint/objection regarding selection113 of a particular student for a course of study / university

4.6 Postponement of admission 113

4.7 Inquiries on university admission 114

Method of online application for university admission 115 "Uni-Codes" assigned for each course of study of university 131

G.C.E. (O/L) requirements 136

Requirement to pass the practical / aptitude test 137 Admission of students under special provisions 149

6.1 Blind and differently abled candidates 150

6.2 Students who have excelled in extracurricular activities 150

6.3 Candidates with exceptional abilities/skills in sports 151

6.4 Enlisted personnel of armed forces, police service & special 152

task force

6.5 Sri Lankans who have studied abroad and foreign students 152

6.6 Admission of teachers 153

6.7 Additional intake 154

An introduction to State universities and higher educational institutes 155 functioning under the University Grants Commission and the courses of study conducted by them - v -UNIVERSITY GRANTS COMMISSIONACADEMIC YEAR 2019/2020 Frequently Asked Questions by the students (FAQs) 219 'Cut-off' marks of the previous year, to be used as a guide for the students 229 to understand the patterns of demand for courses of study

Specimen application forms 239

Annex - I :Specimen Application Form for appeals

Annex - II

:Application for admission of candidates who have excelled in extracurricular activities Annex - III :Application for admission of blind/differently abled candidates

Annexes

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Access to higher education is the ultimate dream in many young minds. The responsibility of the Universities

is to provide conducive environments to produce graduates who are not only equipped with up-to-date

knowledge, skills and the right attitudes but also with the appropriate mindset to progress in their chosen

careers. The University Grants Commission (UGC) is the apex body responsible for selection and allocation

of students to State Universities and Higher Educational Institutes (HEIs) established under the Universities

Act No. 16 of 1978.

This publication provides the necessary guidance to help you to select the courses of study of your preference. It also provides detailed information regarding policies, rules and regulations, minimum qualifications required for University admission and other details. There is a separate section for

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).

State University System offers 225 courses of study of Universities (Uni Codes). Within the government

policy on Higher Education, all courses are offered free. In addition, s tudents are supported with Mahapola scholarships, government bursary and several other financial scholarship s offered by non-state organizations and philanthropists. Data indicates that 70% - 80% of students receive s uch financial assistance. Hostel accommodation is provided at very subsidized rates and most peripherally located Universities offer hostel accommodation throughout the period of stay in the university. Due to the fact that All Island Merit is considered as the sole criteria for the selection to courses of study in Arts degree programmes and, 60% of selection to all other degree progra mmes are on District Basis, entry to State University System has become very competitive. For exampl e, out of 76,559 students who

applied for University admission for the academic year 2018/2019, only 31,158 students were selected.

The University Grants Commission together with the State Universities is continuing to create more opportunities to enhance the student access to higher education in Sri Lanka. Life skills are an essential component for personality development for u ndergraduates and are sought and highly rated by potential employers. There are ample opportunities withi n universities to enhance life skills and other extra-curricular activities of undergraduates. University Gran ts Commission lays special emphasis on enhancing English and IT as essential soft skills of all undergraduat es. During the year 2019, new English Language Teaching Departments (ELTD) have been established in the Universities. A uniform examination with band levels called UTEL is now conducted for all Univer sity students. The UTEL certificate will be very useful at the interviews for employment as objective eviden ce of competence in English. Currently, University students have access to a wide array of sports activities i ncluding opportunities to participate at international sports events. The University experiences of students can be enriched by their association with various student bodies in relation to subjects (Ex. P hysiology or Geography Club), arts, culture (Ex. Arts Circle), religion (Ex. Buddhist Brotherhood, Muslim Majilis) and student unions etc.

We strongly encourage students to get involved in such activities. You can get the best out of all these

facilities to develop your soft skills.

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The UGC is the legally mandated authority for registration of students t o State Universities & Higher

Educational Institutes established under the Universities Act No. 16 of 1978. Therefore, online submission

of applications for University admission and online registration with t he UGC for the selected course of study of the University is a mandatory requirement. The UGC certified lists of registered students are then sent to Universities and Higher Educational Institutes. Universitie s enroll students only from the certified lists sent by the UGC. The UGC will undertake the responsibili ty of the security of online systems. We wish you success in all your future endeavors !

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UGC - University Grants Commission

CMB - University of Colombo

PDN - University of Peradeniya

SJP - University of Sri Jayewardenepura

KLN - University of Kelaniya

MRT - University of Moratuwa

UJA - University of Jaffna

RUH - University of Ruhuna

EUSL - Eastern University, Sri Lanka

SEUSL - South Eastern University of Sri Lanka

RUSL - Rajarata University of Sri Lanka

SUSL - Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka

WUSL - Wayamba University of Sri Lanka

UWU - Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka

UVPA - University of the Visual & Performing Arts

OUSL - The Open University of Sri Lanka

IIM - Institute of Indigenous Medicine

GWAI - Gampaha Wickramaarachchi Ayurveda Institute

UCSC - University of Colombo School of Computing

SVIAS - Swami Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies

RAFA - Ramanathan Academy of Fine Arts

SP - Sripalee Campus

TRINCO - Trincomalee Campus

VAV - Vavuniya Campus

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This book is divided into 10 sections dealing with 10 different topics e ssential for students seeking admission to State universities and higher educational institutes under the UGC after obtaining minimum qualifications for university admission at the G. C. E. Advanced Level Examination held in 2019.

Section 1 helps you to understand the policies, rules and regulations that govern admission to State

Universities and other Higher Educational Institutes under the UGC. All Island Merit and District Quota System, criterion for the selection of students under new and old syllabus, Z-Score, how the 'Cut off'marks are determined in a given year and the criteria for determinat ion of the district of a particular candidate for the purpose of university admission are also ex plained in details under this section. It also explains the reasons which makes you ineligible for adm ission to a State University or a Higher Educational Institute under the UGC. This section is important to plan your future, especially if you are seeking admission to the degree courses under the Humanities and Social Science stream. This is because the degree programs

offered by the universities will expect different subject combinations for entry and you must know this

and understand before you apply for university admission. Also there are rules to select the subject

combinations from the different 'baskets' of subjects. This is little complex. Therefore, you must read

this section carefully and understand. It is best that you decide the subject combination you should select, at the time of your entry to advanced level class.

Section 3

gives clear instructions for you to indicate preferences for the courses of study of universities using Uni-Codes and the procedure for changing the order of preference o f the Uni-Codes correctly. Therefore, you are advised to read this chapter carefully and understand before indicating your order of preference of the Uni-Codes online. Section 4 discusses about the important topics such as the application procedure, procedure for filling of vacancies, method adopted for remaining in the selected cours e of study of the university without getting elevated, procedure for obtaining a transfer, procedure to make an appeal etc. This is also an important section, therefore, you are advised to read th is section before start filling out your application form for university admission online.

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Section 5 explains the method to apply online for courses of study and universities of preference.

Clear instructions are given on how to complete an online application, facilities available for online

application even if you have no ability or facilities. UGC team will take the responsibility for the accuracy

and the safety of the online system for university applications. Section 6 explains about the admission of students under special provisions and entry criteria forquotesdbs_dbs10.pdfusesText_16

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