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Join the World Class:Study for a University of London degree in Sri Lanka

Gain a University of London degree in Sri Lanka

A truly world class programmeAll our programmes are developed and assessed by the renowned Colleges of the University of London.

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Your rewardsOur challenging and thought-provoking programmes equip you with the subject knowledge and skills to succeed in careers in Sri Lanka and internationally. On graduation, you join a community of alumni who have gained top jobs in banking, business, law, IT, and other industries, and gone on to further study at some of the world’s best universities.

‘I did not realise how useful the knowledge I gained from the University of London would be for my career as a marketer. I believe any senior manager, entrepreneur or business professional would benefit immensely from a sound knowledge of legal principles and its practices. I recommend the LLB as the best option to learn law and gain a world class qualification.’Thesara Jayawardena, LLB (Hons), 2013Thesara was head of the marketing division for an international company when she enrolled on the LLB. She is now studying for a PhD in marketing management and working as a university lecturer.

Shaveen Bandaranayake LLB (Hons), 2013

‘I achieved all my academic qualifications while in Sri Lanka, via distance education. The University of London LLB was notable among my other qualifications primarily due to the flexibility it afforded me to work and study at the same time. I hope to one day pursue an LLM (via distance learning, again) with the University of London!’

Shaveen secured a scholarship with the CfPS Law School in Sri Lanka. Read more about Shaveen on London Connection: bit.ly/shaveen-bandaranayake

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A trusted name in global educationThe University of London is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the UK. Founded in 1836, it is a federation of 17 Colleges including The London School of Economics and Political Science and University College London (UCL).

Distinguished alumni There are over 50,000 students in 180 countries studying for a University of London degree through the International Programmes. Among our alumni are many people who have shaped the world in which we live. Seven past students have won Nobel Prizes, including Nelson Mandela and British economist Ronald Coase. Judge Christopher Weeramantry, a former Justice of the Supreme Court of Sri Lanka and a former Vice President of the International Court of Justice, is a graduate of our LLB degree.

Standards you can rely on You can be confident in the standard of your University of London degree. You are assessed using dependable methods, such as unseen examinations. This helps to ensure that your University of London qualification is of the same high academic standard, however it is achieved.

How the University of London works


The University of London is one of the world’s leading universities, internationally recognised for its high academic standards. This reputation is based on the outstanding teaching and research of its Colleges, which are responsible for the academic direction and assessment of all courses offered by the University of London International Programmes.

A federation of 17 Colleges and a number of specialist research

Institutes

In collaboration with 12 Lead Colleges:

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Focus on:Economics, Management, Finance and Social Sciences (EMFSS)The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) provides academic direction for undergraduate programmes in economics, management, finance and the social sciences. LSE is ranked fifth in the UK and 23rd in the world in The Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2015–16.

The University of London and Sri Lanka The University of London has a long history in Sri Lanka, with University of London exams first being offered in the 1880s. The University of Ceylon (now the University of Colombo and the University of Peradeniya) began as a College awarding University of London degrees before gaining independence in 1942. We now have about 1,800 students in Sri Lanka.

Undergraduate Laws Programme (LLB)For over 150 years, a law degree from the University of London has been the first step in the careers of thousands of lawyers worldwide. Academic direction is by a Consortium of renowned University of London law schools: UCL, SOAS, Queen Mary, LSE, King’s College London and Birkbeck.

Postgraduate Laws Programme (LLM)The Postgraduate Laws Programme is directed by two leading UK law schools: UCL and Queen Mary. With dozens of courses and more than 30 specialisations, the programme enables professionals to gain expertise in specific fields of law.

Masters in Professional AccountancyThe University of London and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), the global body for professional accountancy, enables students to complete an MSc in Professional Accountancy and the ACCA professional accountancy qualification at the same time. This programme will be of value to accountants aspiring to senior roles, saving time and money for many ACCA students.


Globally recognised qualificationsOur degrees are internationally recognised, giving you a head start when applying for jobs or further study.

Opening doors to lucrative careers Studying with the University of London will give you a competitive edge in the global job market. Our graduates have gained jobs at top local and international organisations, including leading law firms and companies such as PwC, EY, IBM, Unilever, Fitch Ratings, Brandix, MAS Holdings, Aitken Spence, and John Keells.

Develop skills for employability University of London degrees give you an in-depth knowledge of your chosen subject, and also allow you to develop skills that employers respect, such as problem solving, analytical thinking and self-discipline. Our courses will broaden your thinking and challenge you to consider the international context.

Practising lawThe University of London Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree is recognised for entry into the legal profession in England, Wales and other jurisdictions, provided you study the necessary courses. The degree is recognised by the Council of Legal Education in Sri Lanka, provided certain conditions are met. We advise students to check out the local legal profession entry requirements, which can change. We also advise new students to study the Undergraduate Scheme rather than the Graduate Entry Route.

Master’s scholarships at LSE Scholarships for MSc study at LSE are awarded annually to University of London International Programmes students who have completed a BSc degree directed by LSE and have also been accepted for postgraduate study at LSE. You will normally need to have a First Class degree.

Dhanushka Goonathilaka BSc (Hons) Economics, 2014

‘Being part of a global community of students is the best part of studying with the University of London

International Programmes. Students across the world study the same syllabus, take the same examinations and are assessed against a common benchmark. This makes all the academic achievements very special.’

Dhanushka achieved a First Class degree in 2014 and benefitted from the teaching at the Royal Institute.

Judge Christopher Weeramantry Bachelor of Laws (LLB), BA History

‘The University of London is a centre of scholastic excellence. It just so happens that many Sri Lankans had

the choice of where to study, and chose the University of London. So it happens that today many of our best scholars are from UoL.’

Judge Christopher Weeramantry, who received an LLB and BA History from the University of London while living in Sri Lanka, is a former Justice of the Supreme Court of Sri Lanka and a former Vice President of the International Court of Justice.


Fast track to professional accreditation Graduates of the BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance and BSc (Hons) Banking and Finance degrees who wish to continue to professional accreditation may be able to get exemptions for certain modules from five professional bodies. This means you can gain your professional accreditation more quickly. For more information, please visit the websites listed below:

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) accaglobal.com/qualifications

Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) cimaglobal.com

Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) icaew.com/careers

Singapore Qualification Programme singaporeqp.com

CPA Australia cpaaustralia.com.au

Student life at teaching institutions Recognised teaching institutions offer lectures and seminars which help you to structure your studies. They may also offer internship programmes, student councils, field trips, international summer exchange programmes, debating and mooting societies, sports teams and other extra-curricular activities.

Achievement Awards Achievement Awards are made to five Undergraduate Laws students and five students on EMFSS programmes programmes who achieve the highest aggregate mark in their first year of study. This award covers University of London fees for the second year. For more information visit: londoninternational.ac.uk/achievement-awards

A vibrant study experienceStudying with the University of London is a challenging yet rewarding experience.

Study at a local teaching institution or independently You can choose to study at a local recognised teaching institution or you can study independently. In Sri Lanka, teaching institutions are recognised to support our undergraduate laws programme by a Consortium of University of London law schools, a range of EMFSS programmes directed by LSE and the Masters in Professional Accountancy directed by UCL and in collaboration with the ACCA.

Study support from the University of LondonThe University of London provides a range of printed materials and online resources that draw on the cutting-edge research of its Colleges. These include specially written subject guides; a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) with online resources and discussion forums where you can meet students from around the world; and an Online Library which gives you access to journals and databases.



A UK education at a reasonable price Studying with the University of London International Programmes is much more affordable than coming to London to study on campus. With no travel, relocation or accommodation costs, it represents great value for money.

Cheryl PaskerBSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance

‘The lecturers were mind-blowingly wonderful and it was such an honour to attend lectures and classes at LSE.

While the theoretical portion of the subject was taught to us, the LSE lecturers were also very keen in explaining the practical perspectives of it... Being able to attend LSE Summer School on a full scholarship is one of the biggest opportunities I’ve had in my life and I’m so grateful for it.’

Cheryl is studying for her BSc Accounting and Finance degree at Royal Institute of Colombo, Sri Lanka. Read an interview with Cheryl on London Connection: bit.ly/cheryl-pasker

Get advice from Alumni Ambassadors:Alumni Ambassadors are graduates who have volunteered to offer advice and study tips to prospective students. You can email the Ambassadors below for advice, or for a full list visit: londoninternational.ac.uk/alumni

Shaha Shums, LLB (Hons), [email protected] is Barrister/Attorney-at-Law.

Bavatharini Satkunananthan, BSc (Hons) Management with Law, [email protected] Bavatharini is an Associate Member of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.

Dinuk Anthony De Silva Wijeyeratne, BSc (Hons) Information Systems and Management, [email protected] Dinuk is a director of a web design and development solutions provider.

Michelle Jayaranjan, BSc (Hons) Computing and Information Systems, [email protected] Michelle is a business systems analyst.

Nuwan Fernando, BSc (Hons) Computing and Information Systems, [email protected] Nuwan is a senior systems engineer at a bank in Sri Lanka.

We recognise many other qualifications for entrance. For details please visit: londoninternational.ac.uk/am-i-qualified Some of our programmes also have their own additional entrance requirements, which can be found in the prospectuses or at: londoninternational.ac.uk/courses

Alternative entry routesIf you don’t meet the undergraduate entrance requirements, you may still be eligible for an alternative award:

• Certificate of Higher Education in Common Law: Successful completion will give you entry to the second year of the LLB.

• Certificate of Higher Education (CertHE) in Social Sciences: Successful completion of these diplomas will give you entry to the second year of LSE-led degrees.

• International Foundation Programme: The application deadline for the IFP is 15 September. The IFP is equivalent in standard to qualifications studied in year 13 (for example Sri Lankan A levels). Successful completion of the IFP gives guaranteed entry to the first year of most undergraduate degrees offered by the University of London International Programmes, including the LLB and all LSE-led degrees. It will also make you eligible to apply to many other universities worldwide.

Entry requirements and how to apply


The application deadline for undergraduate programmes is 1 October. You should apply online through the webpage of your chosen programme: londoninternational.ac.uk/courses If you intend to study at a local institution, you should contact them for advice before submitting an application.

Undergraduate entry requirements The following qualifications meet our general entrance requirements:

• Passes in two approved subjects in the Sri Lankan A level Examination and three further approved subjects in the Sri Lankan O level Examination. All subjects must be passed at grade credit or above and one of these subjects must be in English.

• Passes in three approved subjects in the Sri Lankan A level Examination. In addition, applicants must possess one further subject from the Sri Lankan O level Examination. All subjects must be passed at grade credit or above and one of these subjects must be in English.


These qualifications must be studied at specific teaching institutions. Please visit the relevant course page for more information: londoninternational.ac.uk/courses

Applying for postgraduate programmesYou generally need to hold a degree which is comparable to a UK second class honours degree. If you don’t meet the entry requirements, you may still be eligible for a Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma. Further information and how to apply online can be found at: londoninternational.ac.uk/courses

English language To be accepted on any of our programmes, you need to show evidence of your proficiency in English.

Graduating from the University of LondonWhen you graduate, you are awarded a University of London degree, diploma or certificate. The final parchment includes the University of London logo and signature of the Vice-Chancellor, and indicates which University of London College conducted your examinations. It does not mention that you studied with the University of London International Programmes.

Graduation ceremonies in Sri Lanka and LondonYou may attend the University of London International Programmes graduation ceremony in London. This is held in March and presided over by the Vice-Chancellor, or Chancellor, HRH The Princess Royal. If you study at a teaching institution, you can usually attend a graduation ceremony in Colombo. These ceremonies are usually attended by senior academic staff from the University of London.

Join an international network of alumniYour journey with the University of London does not end when you graduate. On graduation, you become a member of the University of London International Programmes Alumni Association, which provides a range of opportunities to stay in touch with the University and fellow graduates. There is a dedicated Alumni Chapter in Sri Lanka, which hosts regular events.

For further information on the range of programmes we offer, please visit our website or contact us at:

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