M.Sc. / PG Diploma in Materials Science
Advance Your Career in Materials Science at Sri Lanka's Premier Engineering University
📅 Application Deadline
Applications are now closed for the M.Sc./PG Diploma in Materials Science programme.
Closing Date: 18th July 2025
Eligible candidates are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline.
About the Programme
The M.Sc. programme is designed to deepen the knowledge of materials science for individuals with an engineering or physical science background.
It aims to meet industry demands and contribute to the socio-economic development of the country. Conducted part-time, the programme enables students to continue their careers while advancing their expertise and qualifications.
Teaching is delivered by experienced staff, alongside academics from other universities and institutions. Industry professionals are also invited as visiting lecturers to cover modules relevant to current industrial practices.
All lectures, practical sessions, presentations, industrial visits, and examinations are scheduled during weekends. The programme comprises a mix of compulsory and elective modules, as well as a research project (available only for M.Sc. candidates).
Research Component
The research project's primary objective is to provide hands-on training in essential research and development techniques, equipping students with problem-solving skills for industry.
Programme Structure
The program offers two pathways:
M.Sc. by Coursework & Research
Duration: 02 years, Part-time
Comprehensive programme with coursework modules and a research project for in-depth expertise in materials science.
Postgraduate Diploma
Duration: 01 year, Part-time
Focused programme for professionals seeking specialized knowledge in materials science.
Programme Delivery
The programme's flexible schedule is designed to accommodate working professionals, with all lectures, practical sessions, presentations, industrial visits, and examinations scheduled during weekends.
Curriculum
The programme comprises a mix of compulsory and elective modules covering key areas of materials science:
Entry Requirements
Applicants must possess one of the following qualifications:
- A Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree from the University of Moratuwa
- OR any other four-year degree in engineering, science, or technology in a relevant field from a recognized university
- OR any three-year degree in engineering, science, or technology in a relevant field from a recognized university, AND a minimum of one year of relevant experience
- OR recognized membership of a professional institution (obtained through an academic route), plus at least one year of relevant experience after obtaining membership
How to Apply
Download and complete the application form, then send it to the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Moratuwa, either by registered post or fax. You may also submit the duly completed application in person.
📮 Submission Address
Head,
Department of Materials Science and Engineering,
Faculty of Engineering,
University of Moratuwa,
Moratuwa 10400.
Application Fee
All duly filled applications, along with a paying-in-voucher for Rs. 5,000/= drawn in favour of "University of Moratuwa, Account No. 70993353, Bank of Ceylon, Katubedda" as application processing fee, shall reach the Department on or before 18th July 2025.
Office Hours
Applications can be submitted in person between 8.30 a.m. and 4.00 p.m. on weekdays.
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