Faculty of Graduate Studies

The Faculty of Graduate Studies was established in 2011 and prior to that postgraduate research programs were administered by Postgraduate Unit since 2004. At this 41st year of inception of University of Ruhuna, the Faculty of Graduate Studies serves as a well-established faculty managing all postgraduate programs of University of Ruhuna, under all disciplines.
This Faculty is committed to produce high caliber academics and researchers with advanced knowledge in diverse fields to be of service to the nation and mankind. This faculty acts as the administrative center for promoting research and providing courses of study leading to Higher Degrees while coordinating with all other nine faculties of the university. At present there are 186 registered postgraduate students leading to PhD/MPhil and MA research degree programs. The faculty also conducts fifteen postgraduate taught course programs and at present there are 1182 students registered for these degree programs.

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Calling Quotations for Curtains for the Conference Hall, Faculty of Graduate Studies

2025-07-18

The Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Ruhuna invites sealed quotations from qualified suppliers for the supply and installation of double- layer curtains for its Conference Hall located at: No. 115, Sri Dharmarama Road, Ginigasmulla, Fort, Matara, Sri Lanka.

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Master of Business Administration

First Submission Deadline - Master of Business Administration Dissertation

2025-07-14

All MBA students who granted a grace period for dissertation submission are reminded that the final deadline is 31st July 2025. Please refer the notice below for more details.

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Master of Development Planning

(RESULTS RELEASED) Master of Development Planning First Semester End Examination - May 2025

2025-07-09

Results Sheet

Master of Development Planning

(RESULTS RELEASED) Master of Development Planning Whole Examination - 2025

2025-07-09

Results Sheet

Master of Sociology

(DEADLINE EXTENDED) Calling Applications for the Master of Sociology (SLQF Level 9) Degree Program - 11th Intake

2025-07-09

The deadline for applications to the Master of Sociology (SLQF Level 9) has been extended till 31st July 2025. Don't miss this opportunity to join the first-ever English medium intake of this dynamic one-year program, offered in both Sinhala and English. Open to graduates and professionals with relevant experience, the course is designed to elevate your academic and professional journey. With limited seats available, we encourage you to apply early! For more details, visit https://fgs.ruh.ac.lk/course-detail.php?faculty=05&course=03 or contact the Program Coordinator Mr. N.G.U.S. Wijepala at 075 202 4639.

Master of Development Planning

Verification of Examination Results - Master of Development Planning

2025-07-09

When postgraduate candidates of University of Ruhuna are not satisfied with their results of examination in taught courses, they can apply for verification of results when the results are released. Please refer the notice below for more details.

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Master of Business Administration

Calling Applications for Examinations of the Master of Business Administration Degree Program - 21st Batch First Semester End Examination & 20th Batch Third Semester End Examination

2025-07-08

All students are requested to apply for the above examination on or before 15th July 2025 and application forms and payment vouchers can be downloaded from the Faculty of Graduate Studies website.https://fgs.ruh.ac.lk/

Notice and Timetable Application - PROPER Application - REPEAT Registration Renewal Application

Master of Business Administration

Notice of Submission Deadline - Master of Business Administration Revised Dissertation

2025-07-08

Please be informed that the deadline for submitting the revised version of your Master of Business Administration (MBA) dissertation is July 28, 2025. Refer the notice below for more details.

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Master of Science in Crop Production Technology

Calling application for First Semester End Examination of Master of Science in Crop Production Technology Degree Program 4th, 5th and 6th Batch (Repeat) and 7th Batch (Proper)

2025-06-18

All students (proper and repeat) are requested to apply for the above examination on or before 23rd June 2025 and application forms and payment vouchers can be downloaded from the Faculty of Graduate Studies website. https://fgs.ruh.ac.lk/

Notice Application - PROPER Application - REPEAT Registration Renewal Application

Master of Science in Analytical Chemistry

Calling Applications for First Semester End Examination of Master of Science in Analytical Chemistry Degree Program - 01st Batch

2025-06-06

All students are requested to apply for the above examination on or before 17th June 2025 and application forms and payment vouchers can be downloaded from the Faculty of Graduate Studies website.https://fgs.ruh.ac.lk/

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