The Master of Science in Environmental Sciences [MSc in Env. Sc.] is a programme of study developed in recognition of the importance of environmental concerns in today’s world.The programme aims to provide academic knowledge and training needed to tackle environmental problems through a multi-disciplinary approach. The MSc (Env.Sci) programme involves courses from four faculties (Natural Sciences, Engineering Technology, Humanities and Social Sciences & Education) of the OUSL. This represents the multi -disciplinary nature of the programme. It is a 60 credit programme, made up of 30 credits at Level 9 and 30 credits at Level 10 (credit rating is the expression used in the OUSL to denote the “academic value” of a course).
MSc in Environmental Science
- Duration : Two academic years (SLQF Levels 9 & 10)
- Course Fee : LKR 115,800 first year, LKR 127,380 second year (in 04 installments)
- Issuing of Applications : October 10, 2022
- Closing Date for Applications : December 31, 2022
Programme Structure
Year 1
1. Environmental Law (LLP9501)
2. Environmental Economics and Management (DSP9502)
3. Environmental Pollution (BYP9503)
4. Environment, Society and Development (MHP9504)
5. Understanding the Environment (ZYP9505)
6. Environmental Policy Planning and Assessment (ZYP9506)
Year 2
Research Project (NEPAF01) + Three Elective Courses
Elective Courses
1. Biodiversity Conservation and Management (ZYPA602)
2. Protected Area Planning and Management (ZYPA303)
3. Climate Change (ZYPA604)
4. Environmental Communication and Education (STPA305)
5. Aquatic Resources and their Management (ZYPA606)
6. Philosophy of Science (MHPA307)
7. Cleaner Production (PHPA309)
8. Eco-toxicology and Pollution Management (CYPA610)
9. Waste Management for Circular Economy (NEPA308)
Those with a basic degree from a recognized university or
Any other higher qualification acceptable t the Senate of the OUSL
Apply online
https://reginfo.ou.ac.lk/applyonline/admin/index.php
Application fees: LKR 1000/=
LKR 115,800/= (First year) in two installements
LRK. 127,380/= Second year) in two installements
Brochure can be downloaded from
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Contact Details
Director (CESSD) – 0112 881 423
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