Start first year of your UTS science degree in Colombo

Are you still considering your university options after high school? Maybe you’re waiting on your A or O Level results, but don’t want to delay starting your degree?

UTS College Sri Lanka can help. Start first year of a prestigious University of Technology Sydney (UTS) science degree here, in the heart of Colombo. In just 12 months, you could be studying second year at the world-class UTS campus in Sydney, Australia.

Why start your science studies at UTS College Sri Lanka?

  • Guaranteed entry into 2nd year UTS in Sydney, Australia
  • Study the same subjects as first year UTS science students
  • Highly personalised, interactive learning style
  • Extensive support services and small classes
  • Highly qualified, industry experienced teachers
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Why UTS science?

Why UTS science?

  • Learn in world-class science facilities including the ‘Super Lab’ (one of only three in Australia) and our own Forensic Science Crime Scene Simulation Lab
  • Connect with more than 150 UTS science industry partners, including GE Healthcare, KPMG, Agilent Technologies, and CSIRO
  • Join a faculty with an impressive research profile in areas such as climate change
  • Benefit from practice-based learning including internships, fields trips, and clinical work
  • Located in Sydney’s largest start up precinct – interact with science entrepreneurs

How it works

  • Study first year of your UTS science degree with a Diploma of Science at UTS College Sri Lanka
  • During your first year, you’ll receive extensive academic support to help you adjust from high school to university-level study
  • After completing your first year in Sri Lanka, you’ll move to Sydney, Australia to complete the remainder of your UTS science degree
 

What science majors will it lead me to?

  • Advanced Science (Pharmaceuticals)
  • Advanced Science (Pre-medicine)
  • Advanced Science (Quantum Technology)
  • Environmental Biology
  • Forensic Science
  • Marine Biology and Climate Change
  • Medical Science (Medical and Health-related Sciences)
  • Medical Science (Pathology)
  • Molecular Biotechnology
  • Science (Biotechnology/Medical Science)
  • Science (Chemistry)
  • Science (Environmental Sciences)
  • Science (Flexible)
  • Science (Mathematics)
  • Science (Physics)

Course snapshot

2 semesters

Name of courseDiploma of Science
CRICOS code070302F
Duration8 months (2 semesters)
Tuition feeCourse fee: LKR 950,000
Registration fee: LKR 100,000
Entry requirementsAcademic
Local A levels - 2 A Level passes 1 C grade and 1 S grade or London A levels - 2 A Level passes 1 D grade and 1 E grade.
 
English
 
O/L English or A/L English C pass or
IELTS: 6.0 overall with 6.0 in writing or
UTS College Academic English 4 with pass grade.
Age requirementMinimum age requirement of 17 at time of commencement.
AccreditationThis course is accredited by the Tertiary Education Quality Standards Agency (TEQSA) to be offered to both domestic and international students.
UTS articulationAfter successful completion of a diploma students will receive guaranteed^ entry into the second year of a UTS science degree.
 
^Based on no more than two subject failures
Mode of studyThis course is delivered full time and face-to-face in scheduled on-campus classes.
Subjects

Life science stream subjects:

Semester 1

 

Semester 2

5 benefits of doing first year locally

- 1. More affordable. Save on first year tuition fees without compromising on the quality of your education.

1. More affordable. Save on first year tuition fees without compromising on the quality of your education.

- 2. More prep time. Starting locally gives you 12 more months with family to prepare for going abroad.

2. More prep time. Starting locally gives you 12 more months with family to prepare for going abroad.

- 3. Ideal transition. Adjust to Australian university expectations without the additional stress of moving, adjusting to a new city, and learning a new culture.

3. Ideal transition. Adjust to Australian university expectations without the additional stress of moving, adjusting to a new city, and learning a new culture.

- 4. Increases your chances of visa approval. Because you’ll already be studying with a leading Australian education provider.

4. Increases your chances of visa approval. Because you’ll already be studying with a leading Australian education provider.

- 5. Join your classmates overseas. You can share your study abroad adventure with the same classmates you started with.

5. Join your classmates overseas. You can share your study abroad adventure with the same classmates you started with.

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Dinu, Diploma of Science

The state-of-the-art laboratory, facilities, support, and resources provided by UTS College Sri Lanka have prepared me well for my academic journey. I am now completing my second semester and excited to be able to transfer to UTS Australia to pursue my degree in mobile sciences.

For anyone wishing to transfer to Australia to do their higher studies I strongly recommend starting at UTS College Sri Lanka.

Meet some of our students  

Sathmi, Diploma of Science

The support I have received from the student counsellor, staff, and teachers has been phenomenal. They help improve your confidence and push you towards success. Choosing UTS Sri Lanka has been one of the best decisions of my life.

Meet some of our students