Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology Honours [BICT(Hons)] degree programme offered by the Faculty of Technological Studies, Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka is a four-year professional degree that complies with Sri Lanka Qualification Framework (SLQF) Level 06. The degree programme is also in accordance with accreditation requirements of the Computer Society of Sri Lanka (CSSL) and the Seoul accord.

The degree programme is arranged in four levels (100, 200, 300 and 400 ) over eight (08) semesters and consists of compulsory and optional course modules. The 100 level and 200 level course modules are aimed to give the undergraduates the necessary knowledge in Information and Communication Technology, Mathematics and Management together with courses to develop Essential Skills and Broad General Education. The core of the curriculum consists of course units in Information and Communication Technology, giving special prominence to Software Technology and Business Intelligence. Further, 300 and 400 level course modules are designed to deliver advanced theoretical and practical knowledge in Software Technology and Business Intelligence.

The degree programme offers undergraduates the opportunity to engage in a year-round capstone project (research project) in the final year under supervision. The sixth semester is solely devoted to industrial training with a reputed industry where undergraduates are expected to learn the latest and emerging technologies and applications in Software Technology and Business Intelligence together with industrial culture and ethics.

The degree programme shall produce technocratic graduates with the necessary knowledge, skills and attitudes which enable them to cater to the dynamic and highly competitive local and global job market and they would actively contribute to developing Sri Lanka as an emerging economy in South Asia.

Graduate Profile

Graduate profile of Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology: Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology degree program provides undergraduates with a strong understanding of the fundamental principles and practical application in Information and Communication Technology. Upon completion of the degree program our graduates will be able to:

• Identify problems, analyze and design/develop alternatives for broadly defined computing problems individually as well as in a team environment.
• Assume management, entrepreneurial, and leadership roles in the ICT industry.
• Communicate effectively in a professional information technology environment.
• Pursue professional careers and engage in life-long learning.