Faculty of Graduate Studies - University of Colombo

The University of Colombo, FGS 2026 Student Innovation Expo & Challenge is officially open for applications. Whether you’re pitching solo or joining as an interdisciplinary team, this is your launchpad.

​𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐬:
​Applications Open: 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟑𝟎, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
Submission Deadline: ​𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟏𝟓, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
​Demonstration: 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐢𝐠 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐨 & 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞
​All details, innovation categories, and contacts are in the flyer below. Start working on your 300-word Innovation Summary and scan the QR code to apply.

🔗 Get full details & Registration: https://fgs.cmb.ac.lk/ircfgs_2026/
Contact us for more details: Dr Mayuri (+94)77 360 74 54

🎓 𝐃𝐨𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐮𝐦 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔: 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐡𝐃 🎓

Feeling a bit stuck or need a fresh wave of motivation for your research journey? The Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS), University of Colombo is bringing you the perfect opportunity to hit the reset button!

👥 For Whom: All PhD students of the Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Colombo.

📅 When: 20th November 2026 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
📍 Where: FGS Auditorium, University of Colombo
🚨 Registration Deadline: 31st July 2026

📲 Register with the below link:-
https://forms.gle/nmHrUF4CnFBEGucC7

visit our conference page for more details: https://fgs.cmb.ac.lk/ircfgs_2026/

📞 Contact: (+94)11 205 56 56 (Ms. Pramodi/ Ms. Sithara) | [email protected]

Let’s connect and revive your progress together! 🙌

Apply Now: https://fgs.cmb.ac.lk/course/mtim/

🚨 DEADLINE EXTENDED! 🚨

For inquiries:
📞 (+94) 11 205 56 56 (Ms. Udeshi)
✉️ [email protected]

Apply Now: https://fgs.cmb.ac.lk/course/masters-in-human-rights/

🚨 DEADLINE EXTENDED! 🚨

For inquiries: 📞 (+94) 11 205 56 56 (Ms. Thaneesha)
✉️ [email protected]

Apply Now: https://fgs.cmb.ac.lk/course/pgdip-hrts-online_mode/

🚨 DEADLINE EXTENDED! 🚨

For inquiries: 📞 (+94) 11 205 56 56 (Mr. Imalka)
✉️ [email protected]

The FGS MPhil/PhD Programme successfully conducted a workshop on 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡, providing participants with valuable insights into the transformative role of advanced technologies in contemporary research.

The workshop was facilitated by 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐤𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐫 𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐬𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐦, Chair of the Department of Computers and Technology at St. George’s University, Grenada. Drawing on his extensive expertise in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning, Robotics, and Big Data Analytics, Professor Somasundaram shared practical knowledge on how these emerging technologies can be effectively integrated into research across diverse disciplines.

𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: 𝐌𝐁𝐒 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐎𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐚𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧!

The Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Colombo (FGS, UOC) officially commenced the Master of Business Studies (MBS) 2026 Onsite Programme today with an inspiring inauguration ceremony held at FGS Boardroom 2.

The event featured insightful addresses from senior leadership, highlighting the immense value of this journey:

✨ Professor A.A. Azeez (Dean, FGS) welcomed the new cohort and shared words of inspiration on academic and professional growth.
✨ Professor R. Senathiraja (Coordinator, MBS Programme) provided a deep dive into the programme, emphasizing how this valuable opportunity equips students to excel in today’s dynamic business landscape.

A special highlight of the day was the alumni session, where past students returned to share their firsthand experiences, insights, and the real-world impact the MBS programme has had on their careers.

Welcome to all our new students! Your journey toward leadership and success begins here.

𝐏𝐠𝐃𝐂𝐏 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓/𝟐𝟔 (𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐞) 𝐅𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐝 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭

The students of the Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling and Psychosocial Support (PgDCP) 2025/26 (Weekend Programme), FGS, University of Colombo, successfully concluded an insightful 2-day field visit to Galle on the 6th and 7th of June 2026.

Bridging the gap between theory and practice, students visited the Nawajeewa Amadyapa Hada Sewaya (Drug Rehabilitation Center) in Rumassala and the Bonavista Elders’ Home in Unawatuna. The day was filled with empathy, conducting group counseling discussions and handing over essential donations to support these communities.

After a productive day, the group enjoyed a wonderful night of relaxation and fellowship at the Araliya Beach Hotel.

The visit concluded on Day 2 with a tour of the Unawatuna Mental Hospital, where students had impactful discussions with medical professionals regarding mental health and observational techniques. A truly fulfilling educational journey!

𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐑𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬!

The Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Colombo successfully hosted a One-Day Workshop for the students of 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐑𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 (𝐌𝐇𝐑) 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓/𝟐𝟔
programme on the 𝟏𝟑𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐟 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 at 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐊𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐲 𝐇𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐥, 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐦𝐛𝐨.

This workshop was particularly designed to help our students with the essential skills needed to conduct their Independent Research Study (IRS) successfully.

𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐝:

Refining research title, one to one guidance on developing a viable research proposal and overcoming common practical challenges in completing IRS.

Ethical AI Usage: Insightful discussions on university AI policy and how to avoid academic dishonesty. It further highlighted the importance of ethical use of AI tools without compromising academic and research integrity.

To ensure hands-on, personalized mentorship, students were divided into 8 interactive breakout groups. Dedicated lecturers were assigned to each group to help students by reviewing their research titles and resolve any academic challenges they faced.

It was a highly productive day filled with productive academic discussions and collaborative learning. We wish our MHR 2025/26 cohort the absolute best as they confidently embark on their research journeys!