Master of Arts in Political Science and Master of Social Sciences in Political Science Degree Programme

Introduction
 
Department of Political Science of the University of Kelaniya has been conducting Master of Arts (MA) and Master of Social Sciences (MSSc) degree programs since 2002. The courses have been designed according to the general regulations for postgraduate degrees offered by the Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya.
 
Master of Arts Degree Program in Political Science by Course Work  One Year Degree Program  
 
Master of Social Sciences Degree Program in Political Science by Research (Course Work + Thesis)

Entry Qualifications

Master of Arts in Political Science (MA)
 
Bachelor’s Degree (General or Special) from a recognized University or any other academic or professional qualifications approved by the Board of Study, Faculty of Social Sciences and by the University Senate.
 

Master of Social Sciences  in Political Science (MSSc)
 
Bachelor’s Degree (Special) with a Class from a recognized university with Political Science as a subject or any other academic or professional qualifications approved by the Board of Study, Faculty of Social Sciences and by the University Senate.

SLQF Level

Master of Arts in Political Science (MA)  - Level 9

Master of Social Sciences Degree Program in Political Science (MSSc)  - Level 10

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Help desk contact

Ms. Sudarshani : 011 2903833

Web:https://ss.kln.ac.lk/depts/politicalSc/

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Contact Details

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Master of Arts in Library and Information Science

Introduction  

The Department of Library and Information Science in the University of Kelaniya was established in 1973 in response to Government policy of the period to introduce job-oriented professional study programmes in universities, with the aim of combating the ever-rising unemployment problem of the graduates in the country.  It was also envisaged to conduct Postgraduate courses for the Librarians, Information Scientists, Information Officers, Documentation Scientists and allied grades for offering further education, training with a view to provide and to inculcate advanced knowledge, skills, behavioural, attitudinal traits and to structure mind-sets for enabling them to serve any work environment.  The principal role of this department is to supply human resources to those libraries and information centres and allied sectors attached to government and non - government organizations in Sri Lanka, and abroad. The purpose of the MA is to train and develop middle level career professionals. 

Aims of the Program:

• To provide the intellectual and professional foundation to the students for careers in librarianship and information Services
• To provide the skills and competencies in the management of libraries information centres, information resources, services and products
• To produce a pool of responsible, committed and balance minded professionals in this discipline
• To provide postgraduate qualifications and skills for working librarians who need such qualifications and training for their promotions and career development.
• To conduct research in the field of Library and Information Science, and to develop a strong research culture in the discipline within the country.

Objectives of the program

• To demonstrate an understanding of the types and nature, origin, collection, organization and delivery of information and its uses, the interaction between information and its users and the appropriate latest technology and systems that produce, analyse and disseminate information.
• To apply the theory and practice in relevant subjects areas where and when necessary.
• To acquire and put into practice up-to-date subject knowledge, techniques, professional judgment and appropriate behaviours and competencies relevant to the job market.
• To work as true professionals, lifelong information workers and learners with necessary understanding and expertise
• To produce high quality library and information professionals to fulfill the skilled manpower requirements in the field of library and information science in the country
• To produce high quality library and information professionals with necessary skills and capabilities to be driving forces of the emerging knowledge society
• To encourage and develop the research culture in LIS in Sri Lanka

Teaching Methods the Evaluation Criteria

Lectures, Tutorials, Presentations, Practical sessions, Individual and Group presentations,

Research project, Creative activities

Evaluation Procedure

 Assignments and Reports, Class Room Practical Tests, Projects, Presentations, Examinations

SLQF Level

Level 9 

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Master of Social Sciences in Library and Information Science

Introduction  

The Department of Library and Information Science in the University of Kelaniya was established in 1973 in response to Government policy of the period to introduce job-oriented professional study programmes in universities, with the aim of combating the ever-rising unemployment problem of the graduates in the country.  It was also envisaged to conduct Postgraduate courses for the Librarians, Information Scientists, Information Officers, Documentation Scientists and allied grades for offering further education, training with a view to provide and to inculcate advanced knowledge, skills, behavioural, attitudinal traits and to structure mind-sets for enabling them to serve any work environment.  The principal role of this department is to supply human resources to those libraries and information centres and allied sectors attached to government and non - government organizations in Sri Lanka, and abroad. The MSSc targets the advanced level careers to be possessed with academic and research potentials.

Aims of the Program:

• To provide the intellectual and professional foundation to the students for careers in librarianship and information Services
• To provide the skills and competencies in the management of libraries information centres, information resources, services and products
• To produce a pool of responsible, committed and balance minded professionals in this discipline
• To provide postgraduate qualifications and skills for working librarians who need such qualifications and training for their promotions and career development.
• To conduct research in the field of Library and Information Science, and to develop a strong research culture in the discipline within the country.

Objectives of the program

• To demonstrate an understanding of the types and nature, origin, collection, organization and delivery of information and its uses, the interaction between information and its users and the appropriate latest technology and systems that produce, analyse and disseminate information. 
• To apply the theory and practice in relevant subjects areas where and when necessary. 
• To acquire and put into practice up-to-date subject knowledge, techniques, professional judgment and appropriate behaviours and competencies relevant to the job market. 
• To work as true professionals, lifelong information workers and learners with necessary understanding and expertise
•  To produce high quality library and information professionals to fulfill the skilled manpower requirements in the field of library and information science in the country 
• To produce high quality library and information professionals with necessary skills and capabilities to be driving forces of the emerging knowledge society 
• To encourage and develop the research culture in LIS in Sri Lanka

Teaching Methods the Evaluation Criteria 

Lectures, Tutorials, Presentations, Practical sessions, Individual and Group presentations,

Research project, Creative activities

Evaluation Procedure

Assignments and Reports, Class Room Practical Tests, Projects, Presentations, Examinations

SLQF Level

Level 10

Course Content: View

Help desk contact

Nandani : 0714458164

Dilini      : 0112903901 / 0785360870

Dhammika : 0112903900/ 0112917712