21/08/2026
We are pleased to announce that the application deadline for the Postgraduate Diploma in Child Protection and Rights (PGDCPR) for the 2026/2027 Academic Year has been EXTENDED!
This valuable program is offered by the Centre for the Study of Human Rights (CSHR) within the Faculty of Law, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka.
🎓 PROGRAM OVERVIEW
🗓️ Academic Year: 2026/2027
📊 SLQF Level: Level 08
⏱️ Duration: One Year
💰 Course Fee: LKR 180,000/=
🗣️ Medium: Sinhala, Tamil, & English (Trilingual medium)
✅ ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:
Interested applicants must meet the following criteria:
1. A Bachelor's degree from any recognized university OR an equivalent qualification recognized by the University of Colombo;
(a) including 30 credits in the relevant subject area OR
(b) with prior learning/work experience equivalent to 30 credits in the relevant subject area;
OR
2. An educational/professional qualification in the relevant subject area equivalent to 1(a) or 1(b) with prior learning/work experience acceptable to the University of Colombo;
OR
3. Completion of NVQ level 7, as determined by the University of Colombo.
AND
A good knowledge of Sinhala/Tamil/English language as the case may be and satisfactory performance at a selection test and/or selection interview.
📅 DEADLINE EXTENDED: 31 August 2026
📝 HOW TO APPLY:
1. Download Form: The application form can be downloaded from the CSHR website: `cshr.cmb.ac.lk`
2. Required Documents: Send the duly completed application form along with certified copies of the following:
National Identity Card (NIC)
Birth Certificate
Relevant educational and professional qualifications
Work experience
Payment slip (application fee)
3. Submission: Completed applications must be sent through registered post to:
The Director,
Centre for the Study of Human Rights,
Faculty of Law,
University of Colombo,
94, Cumaratunga Munidasa Mawatha,
Colombo 03, Sri Lanka.
💵 APPLICATION FEE & PAYMENT DETAILS:
Fee Amount: LKR 2000/=
Payment Method: The fee can be paid by using the Code 335030000000 through any People's Bank Branch on the account of the University of Colombo.
📞 FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Phone: (+94) 011-2500879, (+94) 011-2503017
Website: `cshr.cmb.ac.lk`
