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Study Economics in Sri Lanka

Economics analyses how societies use scarce resources – markets, prices, growth, trade, public finance and policy. Programmes combine theory with quantitative methods and lead to careers in business, finance, government and research.

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Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 Belihuloya, Ratnapura, Sri Lanka

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Master
Master of Arts in Economics

University of Ruhuna 🇱🇰 Galle, Matara, Sri Lanka

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PhD / Doctorate
Construction Economics (PhD)

University of Moratuwa 🇱🇰 Katubedda, Moratuwa, Sri Lanka

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Bachelor
International economics B.A. (Special) degree programme

University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Nugegoda, Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 Gangodawila, Sri Lanka

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Master
Master of Philosophy in Economics (MPhil)

University of Ruhuna 🇱🇰 Galle, Matara, Sri Lanka

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Master
Masters of Arts Financial Economics (Bachelor of Arts (Special Degree) (4 years duration) - SRI PALEE CAMPUS)

University of Colombo 🇱🇰 Colombo, Sri Lanka

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Bachelor
BA Special Degree in Economics (Duration: Four Years)

Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 Belihuloya, Ratnapura, Sri Lanka

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Master
M.Sc. Degree Programme in Environmental Economics (By Course Work)

University of Peradeniya 🇱🇰 Peradeniya, Sri Lanka

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Master
Masters in Economics (Bachelor of Arts (Special Degree) (4 years duration) - SRI PALEE CAMPUS)

University of Colombo 🇱🇰 Colombo, Sri Lanka

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Bachelor
Economics B.A. (General) degree programme

University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Nugegoda, Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 Gangodawila, Sri Lanka

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Bachelor
Economics (Bachelor of Arts (Special Degrees) (4 years duration))

University of Colombo 🇱🇰 Colombo, Sri Lanka

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Master
MA in Economics is a two semester (2 years) part-time degree programme consisting course work spread over two semester.

University of Ruhuna 🇱🇰 Galle, Matara, Sri Lanka

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Master
MA in Economics is a two semester (2 years) part-time degree programme consisting course work spread over two semester.Assessmet consist of continuous assessment followed by a final examination.

University of Ruhuna 🇱🇰 Galle, Matara, Sri Lanka

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Bachelor
Postgraduate Diploma in Economic Development (Bachelor of Arts (Special Degree) (4 years duration) - SRI PALEE CAMPUS)

University of Colombo 🇱🇰 Colombo, Sri Lanka

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Bachelor
Economics (Bachelor of Arts (General Degree) (3 years duration))

University of Colombo 🇱🇰 Colombo, Sri Lanka

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Bachelor
Development Economics B.A. (Special) degree programme

University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Nugegoda, Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 Gangodawila, Sri Lanka

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Other programmes
Economics

Eastern University, Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 Chenkalady, Sri Lanka

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PhD / Doctorate
Food Service Technology (PhD)

Management and Science University 🇱🇰 Colombo 03, Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka

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Bachelor
Monetary Economics B.A. (Special) degree programme

University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Nugegoda, Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 Gangodawila, Sri Lanka

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Bachelor
Public Economics B.A. (Special) degree programme

University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Nugegoda, Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 Gangodawila, Sri Lanka

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Study Economics in Sri Lanka – facts and figures

In Sri Lanka, 8 universities and colleges offer 20 Economics programmes: 9 Bachelor, 7 Master and 2 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Colombo, Gangodawila, Galle, Matara and Belihuloya, Ratnapura. Institutions with the widest choice: University of Colombo, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Nugegoda, Sri Lanka and University of Ruhuna.

Degrees in Economics

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Economics builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Economics, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Economics programmes?

The directory lists 20 Economics programmes at 8 institutions in Sri Lanka. Popular cities include Colombo, Gangodawila and Galle, Matara.

How long does it take to study Economics?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Economics programmes in Sri Lanka?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are University of Colombo, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Nugegoda, Sri Lanka, University of Ruhuna, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka and University of Moratuwa.

How do I apply?

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