● Applications open – 2027 intake
Diploma in Information Technology
A one-year diploma from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura. You learn practical IT skills you can use at work, and you finish with a recognised university qualification.
At a glance
- Length: 1 year (2 semesters)
- Course fee: Rs. 70,000
- Taught in: Sinhala or English
- Classes: on campus or online
- Credits: 30
- Qualification level: SLQF Level 3
About the diploma
This diploma is run by the Department of Information and Communication Technology, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. It takes one year, split into two semesters.
You learn the IT skills most workplaces ask for: office and productivity tools, computer hardware, networking, web development, data management, and programming in Python. You also complete a project of your own across both semesters.
When you finish, you receive an SLQF Level 3 qualification from a state university. You can use it to move forward at work or to continue into higher studies.
After the course, you will be able to
- Use everyday IT tools and methods to solve problems at work
- Explain IT ideas clearly when working with other people
- Look at a real work problem and figure out what is needed
- Choose the right tool or method for a task, and say why
- Build a working solution for a real problem and present it
Who can join
This diploma suits people who are already working and want an IT qualification, as well as students planning their next step. Most of our students are:
- Government and semi-government employees (executives, middle management, management assistants, field officers)
- Private sector and NGO employees
- Researchers and research assistants
- External degree candidates
- Undergraduates
Entry qualifications
You can apply if you have any one of these:
- Three Simple (S) passes at G.C.E. (A/L) in one sitting, or an equivalent qualification approved by the Senate
- An NVQ Level 04 (Advanced Certificate)
- Two Simple (S) passes at G.C.E. (A/L) plus 3 years of work experience
- A diploma worth 30 credits
Waiting for your A/L results? You can still apply, under certain conditions.
What you will learn
30 credits over two semesters. Your own project runs through the whole year, in two phases.
Semester 1 · 14 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DIT 1112 | Introduction to Digital Technologies | 2 |
| DIT 1122 | Computer Hardware and Troubleshooting | 2 |
| DIT 1133 | Digital Graphics and Multimedia | 3 |
| DIT 1143 | Digital Tools for Workplace Productivity | 3 |
| DIT 1152 | Basic Mathematics for Computing | 2 |
| DIT 1192 | Project (Phase I) | 2 |
Semester 2 · 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DIT 1213 | Programming in Python | 3 |
| DIT 1223 | Web Application Development | 3 |
| DIT 1232 | Fundamentals of Computer Networking | 2 |
| DIT 1243 | Data Management and Analytics | 3 |
| DIT 1253 | Digital Security and Risk Management | 3 |
| DIT 1292 | Project (Phase II) | 2 |
How to apply – 2027 intake
Applying takes two steps. We can only process your application after you finish both.
Step 1 — required
Fill the Google Form
Enter your details online. We use this to contact you about your application.
Step 2 — required
Download and submit the application form
The form explains the full application procedure. Read it carefully, fill it in, and send it to us the way the form describes.
Teaching panel
Your lecturers are experienced academics and industry practitioners from the Department of ICT.
Mr. Saman Abeywickrama
Mr. Samitha Nanayakkara
Mrs. Pasangi Perera
Ms. Isiri Indurangala
Mr. Sandaruwan Dahanake
Miss. Sasanthi Ranagala
Miss. Sanjana Solanga Arachchi
Miss. Ishini Siriwardena
● APPLICATIONS OPEN · 2027 INTAKE
Diploma in Information Technology
A one-year IT diploma from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura. You learn practical IT skills and complete your own project. Classes are held on weekends, so you can study while you work or after school.
Registration for the 2026 intake is now closed. The steps below are for the 2027 intake.
OVERVIEW
The diploma at a glance
12
Modules
In the full course
2
Semesters
Finished in one year
30
Credits
14 in Semester 1, 16 in Semester 2
SLQF 3
Qualification level
Recognised in Sri Lanka
2020
Started
Year the department began
618+
Students
Joined since 2022
ABOUT
A practical diploma for real jobs
The diploma takes one year. You learn practical IT skills and finish with your own project. Classes are held on weekends, so the course suits school leavers and people who are already working.
Weekend classes
On campus and online. Saturdays and Sundays, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Learn in your language
Taught in both English and Sinhala.
One year, recognised qualification
2 semesters. 30 credits. SLQF Level 3.
Who it suits
School leavers, Advanced Certificate holders, and working adults.
Who can apply
You can apply if you meet any one of these:
In one sitting. An equivalent approved by the Senate is also accepted.
Completed in a related field.
You also need two years of certified work experience in a related field.
CURRICULUM · 2027 INTAKE
What you will study
The course has 30 credits across two semesters. You also complete your own project. The project has two phases, one in each semester.
Semester 1 14 CREDITS
| Code | Module | Cr |
|---|---|---|
| 1112 | Introduction to Digital Technologies | 2 |
| 1122 | Computer Hardware & Troubleshooting | 2 |
| 1133 | Digital Graphics & Multimedia | 3 |
| 1143 | Digital Tools for Workplace Productivity | 3 |
| 1152 | Basic Mathematics for Computing | 2 |
| 1192 | Project (Phase I) | 2 |
Semester 2 16 CREDITS
| Code | Module | Cr |
|---|---|---|
| 1213 | Programming in Python | 3 |
| 1223 | Web Application Development | 3 |
| 1232 | Fundamentals of Computer Networking | 2 |
| 1243 | Data Management & Analytics | 3 |
| 1253 | Digital Security & Risk Management | 3 |
| 1292 | Project (Phase II) | 2 |
WHAT YOU CAN DO AFTER
Skills you can use at work
During the year you build real projects. You can show these projects to an employer.
The course is more than exams.
- Use office and IT tools to solve problems at work
- Build websites and web applications
- Write programs in Python
- Store and manage data in databases
- Set up and understand computer networks
- Plan, build, and present your own IT project
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
More than lectures
Students also join curriculum workshops and a practical AI session. These photos show student life on the diploma.
A GROWING COURSE
More students join every year
618+
students have joined the diploma across five intakes since 2022.
Students per intake
ADMISSIONS
How to apply for the 2027 intake
There are two steps. We can process your application only after you complete both steps.
Applications close: [add deadline date]
Both steps are required. If you complete only one step, your application is incomplete and we cannot consider it.
Course fee: Rs. 75,000 • Application fee: Rs. 1,000 (non-refundable), paid before you fill the form
Pay to: People’s Bank, Gangodawila Branch — A/C 013010001694, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Classes: Saturdays and Sundays, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, online or on campus.
Questions? Contact the Department of ICT: [add phone] | [add email]
YOUR TEAM
Teaching and administrative panel
Academic staff, industry lecturers, and administrative staff support you during the year.
Snr. Prof. Shirantha Heenkenda
Prof. B.W.R. Damayanthi
Mr. Saman Abeywickrama
Mr. Samitha Nanayakkara
Mrs. Pasangi Perera
Ms. Isiri Indurangala
Mr. Sandaruwan Dahanake
Miss. Sasanthi Ranagala
Miss. Sanjana Solanga Arachchi
Miss. Ishini Siriwardena
ADMISSIONS
Registration for 2027 is open now
Join the next group of students on the Diploma in Information Technology at the Department of ICT, University of Sri Jayewardenepura.