Applications are Open

Applications are now open for the Master of Arts in Teaching English as a Second Language (MA TESL) programme 2026/27 conducted by the Postgraduate Institute of English (PGIE), The Open University of Sri Lanka.

This programme is suitable for university lecturers, English teachers, teacher educators, and those with English teaching experience or qualifications who wish to develop professionally in English Language Teaching.

Important Details

Available Exit Points

• Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching English as a Second Language (PGDip TESL) – 10-month postgraduate diploma with teaching practicum and portfolio.
• Master of Teaching English as a Second Language (MTESL) – 1-year Master’s degree by coursework.
• Master of Arts in Teaching English as a Second Language (MA TESL) – 2-year programme with thesis.

Who Can Apply?

Applicants with the following qualifications may apply, subject to the requirements mentioned in the official advertisement:

• Postgraduate Diploma in ELT / TESL / EFL / Education in English Medium
• Bachelor’s Honours Degree in English and/or ELT/TESL
• Bachelor’s Honours Degree in Linguistics in English Medium
• Bachelor’s Degree with Teaching English as a subject
• Bachelor’s Degree with English as a subject and required teaching experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in English Medium with required English teaching experience or postgraduate certificate
• Recognized teacher training qualification with relevant English language teaching experience

Bank Payment Details

Applicants should pay the non-refundable application fee of Rs. 2,000 and keep an image of the deposit receipt for the online application.

Contact Details

For further information, applicants can contact the Postgraduate Institute of English, The Open University of Sri Lanka.

• Programme Coordinator: Dr. Agra Rajapakse
• Email: rlraj@ou.ac.lk
• Deputy Registrar Phone: 011-2825805
• Deputy Registrar Email: sarpgie@ou.ac.lk

Click Below for Application & Details

Use the following links to apply online and view the official advertisement, details, and handbook.

Scholarship Details

Applications are invited from eligible Sri Lankan applicants for the award of 01 Undergraduate Scholarship offered by the Republic of Serbia under “The World in Serbia” Project.

Selected candidates will study the Serbian Language during 2026/2027 and enroll in undergraduate studies in the academic year 2027/2028.

Available Fields of Study

• Civil Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Transport & Traffic Engineering
• Architecture
• Electronic Engineering

Medium of Instruction: Serbian Language

General Eligibility Requirements

• Applicant should be a citizen of Sri Lanka.
• Age should be less than 21 years as at 26.06.2026.
• Should have minimum three passes at G.C.E. A/L Examination 2025 in Physical Science stream.
• Should possess good knowledge of English.
• Should have obtained a “C” pass in English at G.C.E. A/L Examination or equivalent.
• Should be in good health and ready to live in Serbia during the period of study.
• Should not be registered or following a course at a state university in Sri Lanka as an internal student.

Scholarship Benefits

• Free preparatory Serbian language classes.
• Tuition fees waived.
• Monthly scholarship of RSD 18,000.00.
• Free accommodation and food in student standard institutions.
• Mandatory healthcare insurance for scholarship recipients under 26 years of age.

Important Notes

• Travel expenses are not included.
• Public city transportation costs are not included.
• Textbooks and study material costs are not included.
• Exam registration fees and other administrative charges are not included.
• Selection will be based on merit order of Z-score of qualified applicants.
• Final selection will be made by the Republic of Serbia.

Programme Overview

Applications are available for the Bachelor of Arts Honours in Tamil and Tamil Language Teaching – 2026/2027 offered by the Open University of Sri Lanka. This programme is suitable for those who wish to enter or upgrade their qualifications in the field of Tamil and Tamil Language Teaching.

Key Details

For Whom

• Those who wish to enter the field of teaching Tamil as a First Language or Tamil as a Second Language.
• Teachers currently employed in primary, secondary and higher education institutions who wish to upgrade their qualifications.
• Those who wish to gain an Honours Degree qualification in Tamil and Tamil Language Teaching.
• Those whose first language is Tamil and wish to gain an Honours Degree from a recognized university.

Entry Requirements

Applicants should be above 18 years of age and should satisfy one of the following requirements:

• Minimum of three passes at G.C.E. Advanced Level with Tamil as a subject.
• Minimum of three passes at G.C.E. Advanced Level in Tamil medium with at least a “B” grade for Tamil and Tamil Literature at G.C.E. Ordinary Level.
• Successfully completed the National Diploma in Teaching Tamil Language from National Colleges of Education.
• Any other equivalent or higher qualification acceptable to the Senate of the OUSL.

Purpose of the Programme

• Develop knowledge in Tamil Language, Tamil Literature and related areas.
• Build teaching skills and positive attitudes related to classroom practice.
• Gain theoretical and practical knowledge to teach Tamil up to post-secondary level.
• Gain knowledge to teach Tamil as a Second Language.
• Integrate ICT in learning and teaching.
• Improve translation and interpretation skills from and to Tamil.
• Promote social cohesion through Tamil and Sinhala language learning.
• Encourage action research in Tamil Language and Tamil Language Teaching.

Mode of Teaching

OUSL conducts this programme through the Open and Distance Learning method. Students will receive course materials designed for self-study and self-learning. Interactive learning sessions are conducted at regular intervals, mostly during weekends.

Students are expected to attend interactive learning sessions and Continuous Assessment tests. The programme may use printed materials, soft copies and audio-visual materials.

Evaluation Method

• Continuous Assessments and end-of-course examinations or assignments are used for evaluation.
• Continuous Assessment is mandatory for each course.
• Final grades are calculated using 40% Continuous Assessment marks and 60% final examination marks.
• If a student scores less than 35% in the final examination, Continuous Assessment marks will not be added to the final grade.

Level 03 Fees

Regional Centres

• Colombo Regional Centre
• Kandy Regional Centre
• Matara Regional Centre
• Anuradhapura Regional Centre
• Badulla Regional Centre
• Kurunegala Regional Centre
• Ratnapura Regional Centre
• Jaffna Regional Centre
• Batticaloa Regional Centre

Selected Study Centres

• Mannar Study Centre
• Vavuniya Study Centre
• Kilinochchi Study Centre
• Trincomalee Study Centre
• Puttalam Study Centre
• Hatton Study Centre

Contact Details

The Open University of Sri Lanka
Nawala, Nugegoda
Tel: 011 288 1406 / 011 288 103
Mobile: 076 129 6881
Email: batl@ousl.lk