Programs Overview:
Organic chemistry is a dynamic and creative discipline of science involving the synthesis of carbon-based molecules and exploring the properties of exciting molecules. It forms the foundation of various disciplines, such as medicine, biotechnology, and biochemistry. Moreover, organic chemistry plays a vital role in the chemical industries, contributing significantly to the economy and the overall development of the country. It serves as the central science behind key industries, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, food production and processing, rubber manufacturing, plastics, fuel production, cosmetics, detergent production, coatings, textile chemicals, and high-technology materials. These industries heavily rely on organic chemistry to manufacture a wide array of consumer goods and thousands of products inputs used in agriculture, manufacturing, construction, and the service sector.
There is a growing demand for trained organic chemists in sectors as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, chemicals, consumer goods, and petroleum. However, undergraduate research in state academic institutes primarily focuses on the fundamental aspects of organic chemistry, leaving a gap in applied organic chemistry skills that are required by the industrial sector. To bridge this gap effectively, it is crucial to design postgraduate programs that are oriented towards industrial applications and address the practical needs of the field.
The postgraduate programs in industrial organic chemistry have been designed to provide students with the necessary fundamental knowledge and the essentials of novel trends in industrial organic chemistry. These programs aim to provide students with the necessary expertise to solve industrial problems in organic chemistry and use critical thinking towards industrially applied organic chemistry. Moreover, these programs will provide stronger connections with local industries through industrial visits, guest lectures by industrial experts, and industrially oriented research projects. By incorporating these industry-focused elements, the programs ensure that students gain firsthand exposure to the real-world applications of applied organic chemistry. Furthermore, the postgraduate programs offer opportunities for individuals with diverse academic and professional backgrounds to pursue postgraduate studies in organic chemistry.
Details of the Programs:
| Program | Credits | Duration | SLQF level | Medium | Course Fee / Rs. |
| Postgraduate Diploma in Industrial Organic Chemistry | 26 | 1 year | 8 | English | 250,000/= |
| Master of Industrial Organic Chemistry | 32(w/o research) | 1 year | 9 | English | 250,000/= |
| Master of Science in Industrial Organic Chemistry | 62(30 research) | 2 years | 10 | English | 325,000/= |
Lectures and practical classes will be conducted during weekends.
Target Groups:
- Graduates, teachers, industrial and research institute personnel planning to acquire postgraduate-level qualifications in organic chemistry.
Aims and objectives:
- The main aim of the programs is to provide the candidates with sound theoretical and practical knowledge and the essentials of novel trends in industrial organic chemistry to gain the necessary expertise to solve industrial problems in organic chemistry and use critical thinking towards industrially applied organic chemistry.
Minimum Admission Requirements:
- BSc Special or Honours degree (SLQF 6) in Chemistry
- BSc General Degree (SLQF 5) with Chemistry as a subject
- BSc Special or Honours Degree (SLQF 6) with Chemistry as a subject
- BSc Degree (SLQF 5 or 6) in Chemical Engineering / Food Science or Agriculture / Pharmacy and Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) with Chemistry as a subject / relevant subject area
- BSc Honours in Fisheries and Marine Sciences or Marine and Freshwater Sciences (SLQF 6) with Chemistry as a subject/relevant subject area
- Equivalent qualification recognized by the University Grants Commission
- Equivalent qualification accepted by the University Senate, University of Sri Jayewardenepura
Further details of programs, including course contents, can be found from the below links:
- Master of Science in Industrial Organic Chemistry
- Master of Industrial Organic Chemistry
- Postgraduate Diploma in Industrial Organic Chemistry
Applications for new intake 2022:
- Application closing date: 10th December 2023
- Date of commencement: January 2024
Applications:
The online application is available at the Faculty of Graduate Studies website: https://www.graduate.sjp.ac.lk/upcoming-courses/2023/industrial-organic-chemistry-2024/
Payment Details:
| MSc with Research | Masters without Research | Postgraduate Diploma | |
| Application fee | Rs 2,000.00 | Rs 2,000.00 | Rs 2,000.00 |
| Account Number | 053010005097 | 053010005105 | 053010005113 |
| Account holder | University of Sri Jayewardenepura | ||
| Bank & Branch | Peoples Bank, Gangodawila branch | ||
(Course fee can be paid in two instalments, 60% of the course fee at the registration and the balance within 3 months of the first year.)
Further Information:
Further information can be obtained by contacting the coordinator,
| Intake | Coordinator | Contact No | |
| 2024 | Dr. Upul Kumarasinghe | 0710187984 | upulk@sjp.ac.lk |