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Applications are now open for the BA (Hons) in English and English Language Teaching – Academic Year 2026/2027 conducted by the Open University of Sri Lanka. This four-year degree programme is ideal for students interested in English language teaching, linguistics, and literature. Apply now and secure your opportunity before the closing date.

Academic Year 2026 / 2027

BA (Hons) in English and English Language Teaching

The Open University of Sri Lanka (OUSL)

BA (Hons) in English and English Language Teaching
ඉංග්‍රීසි හා ඉංග්‍රීසි භාෂා ඉගැන්වීම පිළිබඳ කලා උපාධිය (ගෞරව)
ஆங்கிலமும் ஆங்கில மொழிக் கற்பித்தலும் சார்ந்த BA (Hons) பட்டப்படிப்பு

⏰ Closing Date of Application: 10 June 2026

Course Overview

Applications are now invited for the BA (Hons) in English and English Language Teaching offered by the Open University of Sri Lanka for the academic year 2026/2027. This degree programme is designed for students who wish to build their academic and professional knowledge in English, literature, and English language teaching.

4 Years Duration

All Regional Centres Offered At

LKR 400,000 Approx. Total Fee

Online + Onsite Mode

Application Details

• Online Application Fee: Rs. 750/-
• Total Course Fee (for 4 years): LKR 400,000 approx.
• Issue of Application: 20 April 2026
• Closing of Application: 10 June 2026

Admission Requirements

• Possess the OUSL Diploma in English Language & Literature (application required), or
• Possess a Diploma in Teaching English (ESL) of 2 years’ duration from a National College of Education (NCOE), or
• Possess any other recognized 2-year Teacher Training Qualification in Teaching English as a Second Language, acceptable to the OUSL Senate, or
• Possess passes in three (03) subjects including English Literature at the G.C.E. (A/L) Examination or an equivalent qualification.

Important Note on Selection Test

All applicants, except those who qualify under category (1) above, are required to pass a selection test conducted by the Department of Language Studies.

Programme Details

• Duration of the Programme: 4 Years
• Programme Offered At: All regional centres
• Mode: Students will be required to attend both online and onsite academic activities
• Payment Method: Application fee can be paid online using a debit/credit card
• Cash Payment: Applicants can make the application payment in cash to Regional/Study Centres of OUSL (except on Mondays)

Selection Test Schedule

• Date: 21 June 2026
• Time: 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
• Type: A paper-based examination will be held on-site
• Centres: All Regional Centres

Contact Details

Department

Department of Language Studies,
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences,
OUSL, Nawala, Nugegoda.

Telephone

0112881000
0112881431
0716368241

WhatsApp

070 206 7059
070 206 7058

Email

eeltlevel03@ousl.lk

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Applications are now open for the BA (Hons) in English and English Language Teaching offered by the Open University of Sri Lanka for the academic year 2026/2027. Candidates with the required English qualifications, teacher training background, or G.C.E. (A/L) eligibility can now apply online. The closing date for applications is 10 June 2026.

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