"Advancing Knowledge Through Mathematical Excellence"
Department of Mathematics
Faculty of Science
University of Kelaniya
Sri Lanka
The ‘Department of Mathematics’ has been functioning almost since the inception of the University way back in 1959, teaching Mathematics to the students in the Faculty of Arts. With the establishment of the Faculty of Science in 1967 the Department of Mathematics was formally established and since then has been teaching Pure Mathematics and Applied Mathematics as subjects for the Degree of Bachelor of Science (General). The Special Degree Programme was commenced subsequently with students specializing in one of the streams Pure Mathematics & Applied Mathematics and Pure Mathematics & Statistics. Since 2005 the Department of Mathematics in collaboration with the Department of Physics has introduced a Special Degree Programme in Mathematical Physics, which happens to be the only such programme offered by a University in Sri Lanka. The Department of Mathematics also provides opportunities for students to carry out research in Pure Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Statistics and Mathematical Physics leading to M. Phil. and Ph. D. degrees.
Applications Open: BSc External Degree Programme
The Centre for Distance and Continuing Education (CDCE), University of Kelaniya, invites applications for the BSc External Degree Programme.
Application Period: 20th November 2025 – 31st December 2025
Mode of Application: Online
Apply via: www.cdce.kln.ac.lk
Key Features:
* Expert-Led Learning: Lectures and seminars are delivered by the Faculty of Science’s internal academic staff.
* Flexible Learning: All sessions are conducted through a virtual platform, allowing students to learn at their own pace.
* LMS Access: Students have access to a web-based Learning Management System (LMS) with lecture materials and recorded sessions.
* Practical Training: The program includes a Compulsory Level 3 Work-Based Training Module, providing hands-on experience and exposure to industry.
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications within the specified period
The Department of Mathematics of the University of Kelaniya successfully held the Mathematics Colloquium – October 2025 Session on 30th October 2025 at the Faculty Board Room, Faculty of Science.
The first session of the Mathematics Colloquium – September 2025, to be held virtually on 15th September 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Ready for another exciting series of math, just like last academic year? We're kicking off the new academic year with our first Mathematics Colloquium session!
We are excited to invite to the upcoming Mathematics Colloquium session, featuring a presentation by 𝗗𝗿. 𝗞.𝗞.𝗞. 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗿𝗮, Senior Lecturer in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Kelaniya.
The Department of Mathematics of the University of Kelaniya successfully held the Mathematics Colloquium – October 2025 Session on 30th October 2025 at the Faculty Board Room, Faculty of Science.
Another session of presenting Senate Awards and Cash Prizes to recognize and appreciate outstanding researchers at the University of Kelaniya was held on the 28th of May 2025 at the Senate Room of the university.
Another session of presenting Senate Awards and Cash Prizes to recognize and appreciate outstanding researchers at the University of Kelaniya at the Senate Room of the university.
Session of presenting Senate Awards and Cash Prizes to appreciate the researchers at the University of Kelaniya was held on the 19th of December 2024 at the Senate Room of the university.
Mr. Jayantha Munasinghe, Senior Lecturer, Department of Mathematics was awarded the Senate Honours.
Another field visit was successfully completed at MAS Fabric Park , Thulhiriya.
The visit focused on learning about the solar energy production plant and the wastewater treatment plant, highlighting the organization’s strong commitment to sustainability and responsible development.
Learning every day and moving forward together to support students’ career growth, the field trip to Acuity Analytics #AcuityAnalytics provided valuable exposure to real-world financial data analytics and insights into career opportunities on global platforms.
We successfully concluded a series of insightful oral presentations under the Mathematics for Finance II course module AMAT 32343 at the University of Kelaniya.
The Mathematics Students’ Society of the Faculty of Science, University of Kelaniya, successfully concluded Paramount 5.0, the fifth edition of its prestigious Inter-Faculty Mathematics Quiz Competition.
We are delighted to welcome Associate Professor Adelaide Cerveira from the Department of Mathematics at the University of Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro (UTAD), Portugal, for an academic visit.
We are delighted to welcome Senior Lecturer Dr. Lashi Bandara from the Department of Mathematics at Deakin University, Australia, for a research talk in the Mathematics Colloquium.
We are delighted to welcome Asst. Prof. Greg Churchill, Ph.D. from the OSWEGO, State University of New York, USA, for a research talk in the Mathematics Colloquium on the topic "Optimal Separating Systems".
Professor Bivudutta Mishra, Professor of Mathematics and Associate Dean for International Porgrammes and Collaboration called upon the Vice Chancellor Senior Professor Nilanthi de Silva on 26th March 2024 at the Office of the Vice Chancellor.