University of Central Lancashire FAQ Section

General Info

What is the brand name of your College?

Universal College Lanka (UCL), and it is a wholly owned subsidiary of Eduko Lanka, and is the exclusive partner of the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan), UK degree programmes in Sri Lanka.

What are your contact details?

Address: #503, Sri Jayawardenapura Mawatha,
Sri Jayawardenapura, Sri Lanka.
Telephone: +94 112 080 080
Fax: +94 112 870 118
Hotline: +94 774 777 000
Email: info@ucl.lk

Programmes Offered

What are the programmes you offer?

We offer degree completion programmes and transfer programmes. Under the completion division we offer University of Central Lancashire, UK Degree programmes. Under the transfer division students can complete part programmes from Monash University, Australia.

Is this a top-up programme?

No, degrees awarded from University of Central Lancashire, UK have all 3 years fully accredited by them.

What are the programmes you offer for students after O Levels?

UCL International Foundation Year (UIFY) A fast-track programme to start your degree after O/Levels in Sri Lanka.
Guaranteed* entry into the 1st Year of any UCLan Degree programme.
Recognized Globally.

What are the programmes you offer for students after A Levels?

BA (Hons) International Business.
BSc (Hons) Software Engineering.

What are the study modes offered?

We offer only full time programmes.

Is the degree an internal or external programme?

All UCLan degree programmes offered at UCL are fully internal degrees. Students will study the same curriculum available in UK and will be awarded with the same degree certificate as in the UK.
*Upon successful completion of the programme

Is the degree certificate and transcripts offered by UCL or UCLan?

All degree certificates and transcripts will be offered by UCLan, signed by the Vice Chancellor of UCLan. The graduation ceremony will also be held in Sri Lanka with the presence of all UCLan dignitaries.

Do you provide students with English Language Coaching?

Yes. We have a dedicated English Language department with experienced lecturers who will assist you in improving your language skills. UCL is an authorised British Council IELTS Registration Centre, where we provide IELTS support classes for both academic & general tests.

Are there any scholarships available?

Yes, students who have fared well in their O Levels and A Levels can apply for merit based scholarships. There are scholarships for students who have excelled in sports and leadership too.

Lecturers & Facilities

Who are the Lecturers and where are they from?

UCL lecturers are either PhD or MSc/MBA qualified – and have either studied or taught at reputed US, UK or Australian Universities. Lecturers are hired after a rigorous interview process, and officially confirmed by UCLan.

What are your class-room sizes?

Our class-rooms are designed to accommodate small groups to ensure individual attention is given to the students.

What are the lab facilities provided at UCL?

We house 02 IT Labs which consist of 40 PC’s, a Physics Lab, a Chemistry & a Bio Lab to support student learning at UCL.

What are the payment options?

Fees are payable either for the full year (academic year) or in instalments. UCL also assists students in obtaining Student Loan facilities with leading banks and will help facilitate students in accessing student loans.

Are we given internships during the study period in Sri Lanka?

UCLan degree programmes come with a one-year guaranteed work placement (in the third year of the degree) in reputed blue-chip companies in Sri Lanka, where students are able to obtain industrial exposure before they graduate. This makes way for the students to be highly employable as they will be graduates from UCLan with work experience.