About

The Open University of Sri Lanka

The Open University of Sri Lanka is a national university which is unique within the Sri Lankan university system for being the only university to offer programs of study leading to certificate, diploma, degrees and postgraduate degrees up to PhD level, facilitated through the innovative Open and Distance Mode of Learning. The degrees awarded by the university are under the preview of the University Grants Commission and are aligned with Sri Lanka Qualifications Framework.

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Academic
Faculties & Departments

The Faculty of Education offers a wide range of programmes from Certificate to Postgraduate levels in line with its vision to be a leader in the advancement of knowledge and professional practice in education as a fundamental endeavour through Open and Distance Learning in Sri Lanka and the Region. It is one of the largest providers of initial and continuous professional development programmes for teachers in the fields of preschool, primary and secondary and special needs education through the distance mode in Sri Lanka. Read More…

Departments

Early Childhood and Primary Education

Secondary & Tertiary Education

Special Needs Education

Educational Leadership and Management

Faculty of Engineering Technology offers a variety of study programmes leading to the awards of Certificates, Advanced Certificates, Higher Diplomas, Honors Bachelor Degrees, and Postgraduate Diplomas and Degrees encompassing a many engineering and industrial specializations as needed by the industry in line with the Sri Lanka Qualifications Frame Work. Read More…

Departments

Agricultural and Plantation Engineering

Civil Engineering

Electrical and Computer Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Mathematics and Philosophy of Engineering

Textile and Apparel Technology

The Faculty of Health Sciences comprises the Academic Departments of Nursing, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Pharmacy, Basic Sciences, Psychology & Counseling, and Health Education & Research. We currently offer distance education programmes leading to Nursing, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Pharmacy and Psychology Degree qualifications. These programmes aim to develop competent personnel who are capable of assuming leadership positions, both in the academic and clinical sectors. Read More…

Departments

Basic Sciences

Nursing

Medical Laboratory Sciences

Pharmacy

Psychology and Counselling

Health Education and Research

The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences is the largest Faculty of the Open University of Sri Lanka catering to over 10,000 students in the following programmes ranging from Foundation level to Master’s degree level under the four departments of the Faculty. The Faculty is made up of four Academic Departments including Language Studies, Legal Studies, Social Studies and English Language Teaching (DELT). Read More…

Departments

Legal Studies

Language Studies

Social Studies

Department of English Language Teaching (DELT)

The Faculty of Natural Sciences has over 35 years of experience in delivering science degree programmes adopting the Open and Distance Learning (ODL) methodologies. Read More…

Departments

Botany

Chemistry

Computer Science

Mathematics

Physics

Zoology

The Faculty of Management Studies (FMS) of OUSL was established with the purpose of imparting management knowledge for the development of management skills and appropriate management attitudes. In pursuance of this broad objective, services are provided to a wide spectrum of clients comprising young school leavers, managers, public administrators and small and medium scale entrepreneurs. Read More…

Departments

Organizational Studies

Accounting and Finance

Human Resource Management

Marketing Management

Institutes & Centres

Post Graduate Institute of English

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Centre for Educational Technology & Media

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Centre for Environmental Studies & Sustainable Development

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Centre for National Online Distance Education Service

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Industry Liaison Center

We manage the University's technology transfer and help Open ideas come to life!

Centre for Quality Assurance

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Center for IT Educational Services

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Study Levels

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Agriculture and Environmental Studies
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Creative Arts and Design
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Law and Justice
Natural Science
Development Studies

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Diploma in Natural Resources and Ecotourism

The Open University of Sri Lanka (OUSL) introduced the Diploma in Natural Resources and Ecotourism Programme in the Academic year 2016/ 2017. The aim of the programme was to create an awareness of the importance of Natural Resources and how Ecotourism Management contributes to conserving our natural resources

Aims of the Programme
• To create an awareness on the importance of managing natural resources and how the application of ecotourism concepts contributes to conserving natural resources in Sri Lanka and other parts of the world.
• To make available a basic course in Natural Resources and Ecotourism management to persons interested and/or engaged in Ecotourism, Natural resources and Biodiversity Conservation and Management activities.
• To provide an academic recognition to persons with skills-based knowledge in ecotourism.

This is the Programme for you, if you are

Planning to start your own Ecotourism Business
Already in the business, but don’t understand the concepts
Just interested in increasing your knowledge base on natural tourism and natural resources management in Sri Lanka

Online Application Guidelines 2022/23

General

Programme Code :	DR
Programme Category :	Diploma Programme
Conducted by:	Department of Zoology, Faculty of Natural Sciences
Programme duration :	Minimum 01 Year
Discipline(s) / Course(s) :	Diploma in Natural Recourses and Ecotourism involves courses related to diversity of Living Organisms, ecological Assessment of Habitats Environment, Society and Culture in Sri Lanka, natural Resources, Biodiversity and Wildlife Conservation in Sri Lanka, Environmental Communication and Interpretation, Concepts and Practices in Eco-tourism, Environmental Policies of Sri Lanka and a compulsory research project.

Admission

• Passed G.C.E. (A/L) Examination with three (03) subjects in any number of sittings, or

• Pass any Foundation Level Courses offered by the OUSL, or

• Successfully completed the Certificate in Wildlife Conservation and Management or Certificate in Environmental Sciences conducted by the OUSL, or

• Any other qualification acceptable to the OUSL Senate.

Application

Online Applications :	8th October 2024
Closing Date for Applications :	8th November 2024
Programme commencing date :	28th December 2024

Finance

Online Application Fee – LKR. 500/

Tuition Fee (per credit) : LKR. 1,300.00 (Total 30 x 1,300.00 = LKR. 39,000.00)

Facility Fee : LKR. 2,500.00

Registration Fee : LKR. 500.00

Library Facilities Fee : LKR. 100.00

Tuition fees are charged in two installments. 1st installment – 60% ( at the registration) and 2nd installment 40%
Other fees (Registration fee, facility fee, and Library facilities fee) are charged in full at the registration.

Other Details

Regulation for Diploma in Natural Resources and Ecotourism

Avalable Courses for this Study Programme Find Courses

Last updated :October 7, 2024

Contact Details

This Diploma in Natural Recourses and Ecotourism programme is conducted by the Department of Zoology, Faculty of Natural Sciences.

Address:	Dr. Saminda Fernando ( Head/ Department of Zoology) Dr. D.D.G.L. Dahanayaka ( Program Coordinator) Department of Zoology, Faculty of Natural Sciences, The Open University of Sri Lanka, Nawala.
Contact:	011 288 1488, 0112881446
Email :	Dr. Saminda Fernando hdzoo@ou.ac.lk Dr. D.D.G.L. Dahanayaka dddah@ou.ac.lk