UNIVERSITY OF SRI JAYEWARDENEPURA
International Affairs Division
University of Sri Jayewardenepura has a long history of which dates back to 1873. Established by Ven. Hikkaduwe Sri Sumangala Thero, the institution has a proud tradition of academic and research excellence.
Today the University stands strong with eleven faculties, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Graduate Studies, Faculty of Engineering, Faculty of Technology, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Faculty of Dental Sciences, Faculty of Urban and Aquatic Bioresources, and its latest addition Faculty of Computing.
With the concept of strengthening the international relationships of USJ, the International Affairs Division has embarked on its journey to enhance global relations, establish new research opportunities and provide platforms for academic exchanges.
USJ can be seen as the ideal place to construct valuable and innovative research projects with international partners.
Vision
To foster the University of Sri Jayewardenepura to be recognized as a world-class research university that will help attract, create, and retain both Sri Lankan and international capability
to the University.
Mission
To promote international engagement of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura through facilitating international academic exchange programmes and research activities.
Why study at USJP
- University of Sri Jayewardenepura offers internationally recognized degrees, with strong curriculum.
- Innovative teaching methods, offering students with hands-on industry experience and providing the very best support for the students.
- The variety of pathways and courses offers to meet your dream profession and the diverse market.
- USJP promotes independent and practical education, which leads to graduates with job ready skills.
- University’s strong international partnerships provides students with various research opportunities.
- The diversity of the student body.
Objectives
- To create new research opportunities for both international and local students to improve the present research network.
- To improve the existing collaborations and to develop new programs for the students to participate and learn.
- To develop new opportunities abroad for local students, construct and improve curricula through international connections.
- To help students achieve their targets and develop the existing research network.
- To organize joint symposiums, conferences, workshops and other learning activities.
- To create a platform where students can work on their ideas with partner institutions and strengthen their work.
- To improve distance learning programs for students.
News and Events
Memorandum of Understanding Signed Between USJ and Deakin University to Promote Academic and Research Collaboration
The MoU signing ceremony between the University of Sri Jayewardenepura and Deakin University was held on 14th January 2026 in the Old Board Room of the University. The ceremony marked an important step…
Strengthening Academic and Cultural Collaboration between the University of Sri Jayewardenepura and Zhejiang Shuren University, China
An online collaboration meeting was successfully held on 19th December 2025 between the University of Sri Jayewardenepura (USJ) and Zhejiang Shuren University, China, This meeting was held as part of the Silk Road…
Strengthening Academic Collaboration: Visit of RUDN University Delegation to the University of Sri Jayewardenepura
The University of Sri Jayewardenepura hosted a delegation from RUDN University on 12th December 2025. The meeting was held at the Old Board Room of the University. The University of Sri Jayewardenepura was…