Your journey begins here
Welcome new students
Congratulations on being selected to the Faculty of Science at the University of Colombo! Faculty is excited to welcome you all and it is the utmost goal of the faculty to ensure that you have an unforgettable experience here.
It is also expected that you will make use of the great opportunities which are offered both in class and beyond and continue to grow intellectually, socially, and emotionally. Orientation program of the Faculty of Science is designed to support you and to familiarise with the University as you begin your journey at the new academic home.
Further information:
Orientation Programme
February
11
Wednesday
ONLINE
9.00 AM - 12.00 PM
Welcome for Students and Parents
You can access the Live awareness program and Q&A session through the following link. The session will be streamed live on YouTube and can be watched directly through the link below. Participants will also have the opportunity to submit questions during the session.
Welcome Address
Prof. Upul Sonnadara
Dean / Faculty of Science
Student Life at Colombo
Prof. Sampath Seneviratne
Permanent Student Counsellor
Programs we offer
Prof. Chandrika Nanayakkara
Director of Undergraduate Studies
Students Welfare
Ms K Tharminth
Senior Assistant Registrar
Faculty of Science
Q & A Session
If you have any questions as a fresher, please use the form below to submit them.
Interview done by Epistemics '23
A video interview series by the Faculty of Science, University of Colombo, created to help freshers gain a better understanding of our departments, degree programmes, and course offerings. Follow the links to explore each department and plan your academic journey with confidence.
More informations about programmes videos done by Epistemics '23
February
24
Tuesday
ONLINE
9.00 AM - 6.00 PM
English Placement Test
The English Placement Test will be conducted online on February 24th, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
This is a placement test only. Based on your performance, you will be assigned to a class where you will have the opportunity to improve your English proficiency.
Further details will be sent to your student email in due course.
Coordinator / English Intensive Program Dr. Thanuja Sooriyagoda (thanuja@phy.cmb.ac.lk)
March
03
Tuesday
ONSITE
9.00 AM - 10.00 AM / Location: New Arts Theater (NAT)
Inauguration Ceremony (On site)
- Welcome Address by the Dean/Science
- Address by the Vice-Chancellor
- Address by the Senior Student Counsellor
- Address by the Director/UCSC
- Vote of Thanks by the Senior Assistant Registrar/Science
10.30 AM - 12.00 PM / Location: New Arts Theater (NAT)
Student Entertainment Program
Prof. Sampath Seneviratne/Permanent Students Counselor
- Students Union
01.00 PM - 04.00 PM / Location: New Arts Theater (NAT)
Student Societies
Prof. Sampath Seneviratne/Permanent Students Counselor
- Students Union
March
04
Wednesday
ONSITE
9.00 AM - 12.00 PM
Department of Physics
(Physical Sciences)
Head/Dept. of Physics
Prof. Mahendra Fernando
SSC
Auditorium
Department of Zoology and Env. Sciences
(Biological Sciences / BC&MB)
Head/Dept. of Zoology & Env. Sciences
Prof. Devaka Weerakoon
ILC Auditorium
Department of Statistics
(IS&MF)
Head/Dept. of Statistics
Dr. Dilshani Tissera
DST Mini Auditorium
Department of Nuclear Science
(MIT)
Head/Dept. of Nuclear Science
Prof. Jeyasingam Jeyasugiththan
SSC 2nd Floor
1.00 PM - 4.00 PM
Department of Statistics
(Physical Sciences)
Head/Dept. of Statistics
Dr. Dilshani Tissera
SSC Auditorium
Department of Plant Sciences
(Biological Sciences / BC&MB)
Head/Dept. of Plant Sciences
Prof. Dharshani Bandupriya
ILC Auditorium
Department of Mathematics
(IS&MF)
Head/Dept. of Mathematics
Dr. Dayal Dharmasena
DST Mini Auditorium
March
05
Thursday
ONSITE
09.00 AM - 12.00 PM
Department of Mathematics
(Physical Sciences)
Head/Dept. of Mathematics
Dr. Dayal Dharmasena
SSC Auditorium
1.00 PM - 2.30 PM
Department of Nuclear Science
(Biological Sciences / BC&MB /Physical Sciences)
Head/Department of Nuclear Science
Prof. Jeyasingam Jeyasugiththan
SSC Auditorium
2.30 PM - 4.30 PM
Department of Chemistry
(Biological Sciences / BC&MB /Physical Sciences)
Head/Dept. of Chemistry
Prof. Nalin de Silva
SSC Auditorium
March
06
Friday
ONLINE
09.00 AM - 10.00 AM
CGU & EC Courses
(All students)
Co-Directors/CGU
Prof. Hasini Perera
Prof. Dilushan Jayasundara
ONLINE
10.00 AM - 10.30 AM
CS/IT Courses and Services
(All students)
Director/ITSC
Prof. Hiran Jayaweera
ONLINE
10.30 AM - 11.00 AM
Science Library and Services
(All students)
Deputy Librarian
Ms. Sajeewani Somaratne
ONLINE
11.00 AM - 11.30 AM
Upholding Discipline at the UOC
(All students)
Acting Deputy Chief Marshal
Mr. AVPD De Silva
ONLINE
11.30 AM - 12.30 PM
Sports and Physical Education
(All students)
Acting Director/Physical education Department
Mr. Anusha De Silva
ONLINE
March
09
Onwards
Workshop for English
Exact dates will be updated soon.
Dr. Thanuja Sorriyagoda
Coordinator
Workshop for CS
Exact dates will be updated soon.
Prof. Hiran Jayaweera
Director/ITSC
April
Dates will be notified in due course
Day Onwards
ONLINE
Workshops for English
Dr. Thanuja Sorriyagoda
Coordinator
Email: thanuja@phys.cmb.ac.lk
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| 28.04.2025 | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM |
| 30.04.2025 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| 01.05.2025 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| 02.05.2025 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| 05.05.2025 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| 07.05.2025 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| 08.05.2025 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| 09.05.2025 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| 14.05.2025 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| 15.05.2025 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Prof. Hiran Jayaweera
Director/ITSC
Email: hiran@phys.cmb.ac.lk
Workshops for CS
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| 28.04.2025 | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM |
| 30.04.2025 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| 01.05.2025 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| 02.05.2025 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| 05.05.2025 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| 07.05.2025 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| 08.05.2025 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| 09.05.2025 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| 14.05.2025 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| 15.05.2025 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
April
20
Monday
Commencement of academic work
(Refer to semester timetables)
Timetables will be updated soon.