FAHS Faculty of Allied Health Sciences

Foreign Students Admission

Batch 2025/2026 – Now Open

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Foreign Students Admission

Batch 2025/2026

Why Study at FAHS, University of Peradeniya?

  • One of the most prestigious and well-established universities in Sri Lanka and South Asia.
  • The Faculty upholds the University's esteemed reputation by offering high-quality education.
  • Academic excellence in five main disciplines including Medical Laboratory Science, Physiotherapy, Radiography/Radiotherapy, Nursing and Pharmacy.

To Whom?

Foreign students and Sri Lankan students who have obtained qualifications abroad.

Entry Requirements

  • Candidates with results at a foreign examination held outside Sri Lanka deemed equivalent to G.C.E. (Advanced Level) Examination of Sri Lanka are eligible to apply.
  • Specific criteria specified in the admission book should be fulfilled by the candidate to be eligible to apply for the respective programme.
  • Applicants whose primary language is not English or whose previous education has not been in English must provide evidence of proficiency in English.

Application Fee

USD 100

Course Fee

USD 10,000per annum

Course Duration

4 Years

Application Process

  1. Application forms are available on the UGC website or the Handbook published by the UGC.
  2. All applications should be forwarded to: Deputy Secretary / University Admissions, University Grants Commission, No. 20, Ward Place, Colombo 07, Sri Lanka, by registered post.
Important: A scanned copy of the application (in PDF format) including all its attachments should also be forwarded to foreignadmissions@ugc.ac.lk in parallel to posting the hardcopy of the application, on or before the closing date.

For Further Information

Contact University Admissions

Email: admission@ugc.ac.lk

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Faculty of Allied Health Sciences

Faculty of Allied Health Sciences

Faculty of Allied Health Sciences(FAHS) was inaugurated on 16th January 2007. The faculty comprises of six departments conducting B.Sc. degree programmes in Medical Laboratory Science, Nursing, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy and Radiography/Radiotherapy. As the faculty offers professional degree programmes, students are introduced to basic concepts in medical sciences followed by mandatory hospital based training. All degree programmes consist of 120 credits curricula which have been designed in par with International standards. Several departments have established active foreign collaborations in teaching and research.

Six Departments, One Faculty

Basic Sciences

The foundation of every allied health discipline, covering anatomy, physiology, biochemistry and pathology that prepare students to understand the human body before specializing further.

Nursing

Trains compassionate, evidence-based practitioners in patient care, clinical procedures and health promotion, preparing graduates to lead in hospitals and community health settings.

Pharmacy

Focuses on drug development, dispensing and patient medication management, equipping students with clinical and pharmaceutical science expertise for hospital and community pharmacy roles.

Medical Laboratory Sciences

Prepares diagnostic specialists in haematology, microbiology and clinical chemistry, whose lab analysis underpins accurate diagnosis and effective treatment across every field of medicine.

Physiotherapy

Develops experts in movement science and rehabilitation, helping patients recover mobility and function after injury, surgery or chronic illness through hands-on therapeutic care.

Radiography & Radiotherapy

Trains specialists in medical imaging and radiation-based treatment, combining precision technology with patient care to diagnose and treat conditions ranging from fractures to cancer.

Why Study at FAHS?

A Prestigious University

One of the most prestigious and well-established universities in Sri Lanka and South Asia.

A Reputation for Excellence

The Faculty upholds the University's esteemed reputation by offering high-quality education.

Five Specialised Disciplines

Academic excellence in Medical Laboratory Science, Physiotherapy, Radiography/Radiotherapy, Nursing and Pharmacy.

Internationally Recognised

Qualifications respected across Sri Lanka and South Asia, opening doors to global careers.

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