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Open University Foundation Course – Get a degree after O/L without A/L

October 9, 2021 By Hiran 20 Comments

උසස් පෙළ නැතුව විවෘත විශ්ව විද්‍යාල උපාධියක් කරන්න

If you have at least 6 S passes at GCE O/L Examination with Science and Mathematics, then you can follow Foundation courses offered by the Open University of Sri Lanka (OUSL). If you can successfully pass this two-year Foundation Course, you can enroll in Science Engineering Degree Programmes offered by OUSL and become an Engineer or Science degree holder.

I failed A/L. Can I get a degree?

Yes, even If you failed the A/L examination, you can still obtain an Open University degree by following this Foundation course offered by OUSL.

What is this Foundation Course? (Advanced Certificate in Science)

The “Credit Certificates for Foundation Courses in Science” offered by the OUSL provides an opportunity for anyone who wishes to obtain a degree in Science or Engineering. Passes in Credit Certificates for Foundation Courses in Science are accepted in place of G.C.E. Advanced Level passes are required for admission to the relevant Degree Programmes of The Open University of Sri Lanka.

Entry requirements for Credit Certificates for Foundation Courses in Science

1. At least six (6) passes at G.C.E (O/L) examination including Mathematics and Science, or any other higher qualification acceptable to the Senate.

2. Over 18 years of age

Medium of Instruction

All three national languages (Sinhala, Tamil and English)

Course Duration

2 Years (Level1 – one year and Level 2 -one year)

For details visit

https://ou.ac.lk/advanced-certificate-in-science/

Advanced Certificate in Science is offered jointly by the Faculty of Natural Sciences and the Faculty of Engineering Technology, through the Foundation Academic Unit of the University, Contact Head, Foundation Academic Unit for further details.

Address :The Open University of Sri Lanka, Nawala, Nugegoda.
Contact :2 853 777 Ext. 664
Email :[email protected]

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  1. niroshan says

    May 10, 2024 at 11:29 pm

    im 19 years old im fail in maths and science but i have skills can i do this?

    Reply
    • Hiran says

      June 13, 2024 at 7:18 am

      No. You need O/L for this. You can follow technical courses and then get a degree.

      Reply
  2. Sathsarani says

    February 6, 2024 at 12:08 pm

    I need to enroll in the foundation course because I failed the A/L, so can you tell me about the further details?

    Reply
    • Hiran says

      February 15, 2024 at 8:57 am

      watch the video above.

      Reply
  3. Praveen says

    January 2, 2024 at 12:15 am

    Iam 19 years Old. my OL result is 3C 6S can I do this?

    Reply
    • Hiran says

      January 7, 2024 at 10:08 am

      Yes. You can do. But you can also do A/L. with this you can only do Open University degrees and some other degrees. but with A/L you can do many degrees.

      Reply
  4. Oshin says

    April 6, 2023 at 3:38 pm

    I have just one credit pass in advanced level. I am married . Can I study ou law course..
    And which one is best for me?

    Reply
  5. Vithra says

    April 3, 2023 at 9:17 am

    after Advanced Certificate in Science course ,can I study bsc nursing?

    Reply
    • Hiran says

      April 4, 2023 at 11:04 am

      Yes. you can do. Anyway get official confirmation from open university.

      Reply
  6. Abi says

    February 10, 2023 at 12:52 pm

    Hi I’m 28 year old . I done only ol exam .I’m interested to get a degree .please guide me to be a degree holder . Which course is suitable for me .

    Reply
    • Hiran says

      February 26, 2023 at 9:04 pm

      If you have only completed the O/L exam, you may not be eligible to directly enroll in a degree program at most universities, including the Open University. However, there is a path to obtain a degree through the foundation course offered by the Open University, as described in this Post.
      To get started, you can visit the Open University website and review the foundation course and degree programs available. You can also contact the Open University student services department for more information and guidance on how to enroll in the foundation course.
      Keep in mind that obtaining a degree requires dedication and hard work. It may take several years to complete a degree program, but with the right mindset and support, you can achieve your goal of becoming a degree holder. Best of luck in your academic journey!

      Reply
  7. D.Rahul Santhosh says

    January 27, 2023 at 1:52 am

    Hi…
    I’m facing advance level (2022) this year I need to take a degree which suits for me ,so I need more information about “what are the procedures a student should do to enter the open university” & eagerly waiting for the reply.

    Reply
    • Hiran says

      January 27, 2023 at 5:33 pm

      Apply online to this OU course, or wait till your exam finishes. Read here
      https://studentlanka.com/2014/10/26/degree-programs-open-university-of-sri-lanka-ousl/

      Reply
  8. Hasira says

    January 11, 2023 at 11:43 am

    Can I join the courses before 18 years old

    Reply
    • Hiran says

      January 16, 2023 at 9:31 am

      No

      Reply
  9. Sherina says

    August 28, 2022 at 9:03 pm

    I have done only O/L .I’m 36 years old. Can I do this ?

    Reply
  10. Jeewarani says

    January 11, 2022 at 11:02 am

    Can do both foundation and degree courses parallely

    Reply
    • Hiran says

      January 25, 2022 at 8:36 pm

      No

      Reply
  11. Hiran says

    October 13, 2021 at 9:54 pm

    Yes. You can

    Reply
  12. pasindu says

    October 10, 2021 at 11:08 am

    By this way can i become an Engineer without doing A/L?

    Reply

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