Diploma in English Language & Literature 2025/26 – Open University of Sri Lanka
The Open University of Sri Lanka (OUSL) has opened applications for the Diploma in English Language & Literature 2025/26. This one-year English Medium programme is designed for students, teachers, and professionals who wish to improve their English language proficiency, communication skills, and literary knowledge. Candidates with A/L qualifications and other accepted English qualifications can apply.
Diploma in English Language & Literature 2025/26
Open University of Sri Lanka (OUSL)
ඉංග්රීසි භාෂාව හා සාහිත්ය ඩිප්ලෝමා පාඨමාලාව – 2025/26
ஆங்கில மொழி மற்றும் இலக்கிய டிப்ளோமா – 2025/26
📘 Programme Overview
This one-year academic programme is designed to improve English language skills, communication abilities, and literary understanding in poetry, fiction, and drama.
- Enhance Reading & Writing Skills
- Improve Spoken & Written Communication
- Study Poetry, Fiction & Drama
- Progress to BA (Hons) in English & ELT
⏳ Duration
One Year
🎓 Medium
English Medium
🏛 Institution
The Open University of Sri Lanka (OUSL)
📚 Programme Content
- Advanced Reading Skills – LED3507
- Advanced Writing Skills – LED3508
- Advanced Grammar & Communication Skills – LED3509
- Introduction to Poetry – LED3510
- Introduction to Fiction – LED3511
- Introduction to Drama – LED3512
✅ Entry Requirements
- Passed OUSL Certificate in Professional English with minimum 3 “C” passes
- OR Passed Advanced Certificate in English for Business & Professional Communication Stage II
- OR 3 Passes at G.C.E. A/L with Selection Test
- OR Passed any Foundation Course offered by OUSL with Selection Test
- OR Equivalent qualifications accepted by OUSL Senate with Selection Test
Time: 10.00 AM – 12.00 Noon
💰 Fee Structure
| Registration Fee | Rs. 500.00 |
| Facility Fee | Rs. 2,500.00 |
| Library Facility Fee | Rs. 100.00 |
| Tuition Fee | Rs. 71,100.00 |
| Total | Rs. 74,200.00 |
🧑🏫 Mode of Teaching
- Online Day School Sessions
- OUSL Online Learning Platforms
- In-person Tutorial Sessions
- Audio & Visual Learning Materials
- Library Facilities for Research & Study
🎯 Ideal For
- Teachers of English
- Students interested in English Literature
- Those wishing to improve English communication skills
- Students planning higher studies in English
