The University of ColomboтАЩs Faculty of Graduate Studies is accepting applications for the Postgraduate Diploma in Labour Relations and Human Resource Management (PG Dip LRHRmgt), 2026/27 intake. The official closing date is 20 October 2026. The one-year, English-medium programme carries 25 credits at SLQF Level 8. Lectures are online on weekends; examinations are held on-site.
Closed: applications for the 2026/27 intake closed on 20 October 2026. Keep this guide for the next intake and watch the University of Colombo notices for the next call.
Programme at a glance
| University | University of Colombo, Faculty of Graduate Studies |
|---|---|
| Award | Postgraduate Diploma in Labour Relations and Human Resource Management |
| Duration and level | One year ┬╖ 25 credits ┬╖ SLQF Level 8 |
| Study mode | Weekend online programme; examinations on-site |
| Language | English |
| Application deadline | 20 October 2026 |
The university lists modules including Human Resource Management, Organizational Behavior, Industrial Relations and Labour Laws, Compensation Management, Research Methods, and People Management in Global Context. The full course structure is on the official programme page.
Who can apply?
The Faculty of Graduate Studies lists several entry routes. Applicants may have a relevant bachelorтАЩs degree; another bachelorтАЩs degree with relevant prior learning or work experience; an acceptable relevant professional qualification with prior learning or experience; NVQ Level 7 with relevant experience; or a recognized Diploma or Higher Diploma at the stated SLQF 3/4 equivalent with two or three years of relevant work experience. The faculty and university Senate determine whether qualifications and experience meet the requirements.
Fees listed by the university
| Fee | Local applicants | Foreign applicants |
|---|---|---|
| Application | LKR 3,000 | USD 40 |
| Course | LKR 150,500 | USD 2,690 |
| Registration | LKR 5,000 | USD 65 |
| Library | LKR 1,500 | USD 20 |
| Examination | LKR 18,000 | USD 225 |
The university also lists a refundable library deposit of LKR 5,000. Confirm the current fee schedule and payment instructions on the official notice before making a payment.
How to apply
- Read the official PG Dip LRHRmgt course notice and programme brochure.
- Choose the route shown by the university: apply online or download the application form and follow its submission instructions.
- Prepare evidence of your qualifications and, where required, relevant work experience. Follow the document list in the official application materials.
- Pay the application fee using the Faculty of Graduate Studies payment instructions. The official page gives a PeopleтАЩs Bank deposit option and a University of Colombo online payment option. Keep the receipt.
- Submit your application and required documents by 20 October 2026, following the instructions for your chosen application route.
View official notice and application links
Questions about eligibility or submission?
The official course page lists the coordinator at mayuri@hrm.cmb.ac.lk and the course assistant at pgdlrhrm@fgs.cmb.ac.lk. Contact the faculty if you need a decision on your qualification route or the correct way to submit documents.
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