- Sector: Art , Social Science
- Study Mode: Full Time
- Full Time Duration: 3 Years
- Degree Type: Bachelor
- Awarding University: The Open University of Sri Lanka
BA in
Social Sciences is a multi-disciplinary study programme starting at Level 3.
Each year is divided into two semesters. During each semester, you can offer
courses worth a maximum of 15 credits. To complete the programme, you need to
have a total of 90 credits. Each year you will offer a combination of
compulsory and elective courses. In addition, you will have to offer what are
known as 'Continuing Education' (CE) courses. You can select up to 8 credits
of CE courses each year. Some of the CE courses, such as English, are
compulsory. This degree is offered in the English medium and it offers you the opportunity to obtain a multi-disciplinary social science training while selecting a stream in which you can obtain a special orientation. Students who register for the programme can choose from the following 4 streams. Economics and Development Studies Communication Studies Politics and International Relations Society and Culture Studies |
A
minimum of three passes at the General Certificate of Education (Advanced
Level) examination in any stream, or A minimum of 30 credits at SLQF Level 2 or above from any programme offered by a Higher Education Institution approved by the Senate of the Open University of Sri Lanka, or Qualification or accredited work experience equivalent to NVQF Level 4 or An equivalent or higher qualification acceptable to the Senate. |