Prof. Gaya R. Ranawaka
Dr. Saminda P. Fernando
Application for the practical exemption
A student who has obtained a Practical Assessment Mark of 30% or more within the last TWO consecutive academic years, may seek exemption from attending the practical session of a course in the current academic year (ie, the practical mark is valid for only up to a maximum of three academic years, including the year of obtaining the said practical […]
Information sheets of the courses offered by the Department of Zoology
You can refer the information sheets uploaded into this section, for more information regarding the courses offered by the Department of Zoology. Please use following links to view the courses at different study levels. Level 3- View here Level4- View here Level 5- View here Level 6- View here
Insectary and Animal Facility
Zoology Museum
Environmental and Aquatic Sciences Laboratory
Environmental and Aquatic Sciences Laboratory is equipped with modern instrumentation to conduct research studies in Ecology, GIS and remote sensing, Environmental Toxicology, Fisheries and Aquatic sciences.
Immunology and Pharmacology Laboratory
Immunology is the study of how the body defends against a wide variety of pathogenic and parasitic microorganisms. Immunological research helps us to understand the mechanisms of immune defense against common infections, and causes of autoimmune diseases, etc. This understanding is vital for modern medicine in areas such as drug development, the treatment of allergy, […]
Molecular Biology and Biotechnology Laboratory
Molecular Biology and Biotechnology facility is equipped with novel tools such as PCR and Nano-drop for amplifying and quantifying the genetic materials.
Bachelor of Science Honours in Zoology
The students who have completed Zoology as a major subject at the first two years (Level 3 and 4) with good performance are competitively selected for the Hon’s degree programme in Zoology at the end of the second year (level 4).