The Bachelor of Science (External) in Environment, Development, and Sustainability degree program is offered by the Department of Zoology and Environment Sciences at the University of Colombo. The program’s objective is to close the education gap that exists in Sri Lanka between the levels of secondary school and high education, as well as to expand career opportunities to accommodate the growing demand from both the private and public sectors for environmental management and sustainability.
Admission Requirements:
GCE Advanced Level Examination (local) – Three passes in one sitting in Biology, Mathematics, or Commerce Streams, or in the Arts (with Geography as a subject).
Or
Any other academic or professional qualification that is considered to be equal and is acceptable by the faculty and the senate.
Duration of Program:
The length of time for participation in the program is three years. The program is broken up into two halves that each last a total of ten months and are called semesters. Blended learning is the delivery method for these classes. On weekends (Saturday and/or Sunday), there is an online component to each and every lecture and debate that takes place.
Biotechnology and Microbiology Programme Structure:
The Bachelor of Science degree in Environment, Development, and Sustainability can be earned in just three years (90 Credits / SLQF Level 5), and it is structured with three distinct levels.
LEVEL I: Diploma in Environment, Development and Sustainability (30 Credits)
LEVEL II: Advanced Diploma in Environment, Development and Sustainability (60 Credits)
LEVEL III: BSc in Environment, Development and Sustainability (90 Credits)
Method of Study:
Because the environment and sustainable development are hands-on disciplines, we will place the utmost importance on making sure that our students have a comprehensive understanding of the relevant practical information. The curriculum is meant to cover a variety of topics, including theory, practice, and hands-on experience in the field. The Learning Management System (EDP_LMS) will be used to handle all of the courses, with the goal of improving the overall quality of the educational experience. Every student will be granted access to the EDP_LMS in order to view the lecture materials and participate in the learning activities that are being kept there. Additional online discussion classes will take place at regular intervals for the purpose of providing students with the opportunity to engage in conversation with the instructors.
Program Evaluation:
Written examinations and/or assignments will be used, depending on the circumstances, to assess students’ mastery of the theoretical course modules. The laboratory course modules will be evaluated based on the completion of assignments and/or tests at the end of the semester. A mixed-mode evaluation that includes continuous assessments can be required for certain course units under certain circumstances. The requirements for level certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas, and degrees can all be found in the section under “Degree-Awarding Criteria.”
Contact Details:
Senior Assistant Registrar
Mrs. PKSK Seneviratne
Phone: +94 11-258 6868
Email: sar@sci.cmb.ac.lk
University of Colombo
Cumarathunga Munidasa Mawatha
Colombo 00300, Sri Lanka