MSc in Applied Statistics
Offered through the Department of Statistics, USJ
New Admissions for 2026
Applications are invited from interested candidates for the MSc in Applied Statistics (SLQF 10) offered by the Department of Statistics, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. This program has been designed for graduates with a basic knowledge in Statistics to provide them an opportunity to further develop their knowledge in Applied Statistics.
Those who complete the program successfully will gain knowledge in advanced statistical theory, as well as will receive an extensive training in statistical data analysis and statistical computing. The MSc in Applied Statistics program provides
(a) advanced theoretical knowledge in Statistics
(b) an opportunity to do research
(c) an opportunity for graduate employees to gain higher educational qualifications required for their promotions and career development.
Target Group:
- Those who need academic qualifications in Statistics.
- Those who are planning to start a career or are already employed as statisticians/data analysts.
- Those who teach statistics-related courses in schools, universities, or other educational institutes.
Minimum Admission Requirements
- A Bachelor’s Degree with 30 credits in Statistics and/or a related field from a recognized university.
- Any other qualification accepted by the Senate of the university.
Please visit http://science.sjp.ac.lk/sta/msc/ for more information regarding the program.
Duration: 02 Years
Medium of Instruction: English
Lectures and practical classes: Weekends (Saturday: 8 am – 5 pm, Sunday: 8 am – 1pm)
Course fee: Rs. 350,000/-
Commencement: january, 2026
In addition, a library fee, an examination fee and registration fee should be payable at the time of registration.
*The program will be offered only if at least 20 candidates are registered.
Application Closing Date: 30th November 2025 (Extended)
Important: Please ensure your application fee of Rs. 2,000 is paid successfully before the closing date for your application to be processed.
Online Application:
Click the ‘Apply Now‘ button below to start your online application.
For further details, please contact:
Dr. Niroshan Withanage
Coordinator – MSc in Applied Statistics
Department of Statistics
Faculty of Applied Sciences
University of Sri Jayewardenepura
Gangodawila
Nugegoda
Phone: 071 445 3454 | E-mail: niroshan@sjp.ac.lk
Contact the Faculty of Graduate Studies
Senior Assistant Registrar
Faculty of Graduate Studies
University of Sri Jayewardenepura
Nugegoda
dr.fgs@sjp.ac.lk
Mrs. Sachintha Ranathunga: 011 288 1557 / bosps.fgs@sjp.ac.lk
(If you have any issues with the online application, please contact Mr. Atheeq at 0762242138 / 0112881565)
Registrar, University of Sri Jayewardenepura
