TL;DR: An MSc in IT in Sri Lanka is open to graduates, including those from other fields through conversion programs. On Uplift, Universal College Lanka lists MSc programs in cyber security and data science, and ESOFT Uni lists Kingston MSc programs in IT, software, data and network security. Compare entry rules, format and fees.
Many working professionals want an IT master's without leaving their job or their city. Sri Lanka now offers several routes, and they differ in who they accept.
This guide sorts the MSc options by entry rule, format and fee, using the program pages on Uplift.
Conversion MSc or specialist MSc
A conversion MSc accepts graduates from many fields and teaches the computing basics first. A specialist MSc expects a computing background. Knowing which one you need saves months.
Universal College Lanka MSc programs
The MSc Cyber Security and the MSc Data Science each run for twelve months, full-time. The entry rules ask for a bachelor's degree with a minimum second class lower division. Professional qualifications equivalent to a UK degree, such as CIMA or ACCA, are listed as accepted. Relevant work experience and UCL alumni status are also noted.
The MSc Data Science page describes a conversion MSc covering data analytics, big data and machine learning. The MSc Cyber Security lists a tuition fee of LKR 325,000. The MSc Data Science page did not list a fee at the time of writing, so check it with the institute.
Open the MSc Cyber Security page and the MSc Data Science page.
Kingston MSc programs at ESOFT Uni
ESOFT Uni lists Kingston University (UK) master's programs in a hybrid format. The pages ask for a relevant undergraduate degree, usually with second class honours or equivalent.
MSc in IT and Strategic Innovation: for graduates in computing, IT or business, with IT or management experience an advantage.
MSc in Software Engineering: for computing or software graduates.
MSc in Data Science: for computing, mathematics or science graduates.
MSc in Network and Information Security: for computing, IT or engineering graduates.
Each of these lists LKR 790,000 in total tuition and a LKR 25,000 application fee.
Apply nowMaster of Science in Data Science - Kingston University (UK)
Esoft Uni · Master's · Sri Lanka
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Master of Science in IT & Strategic Innovation - Kingston University (UK)
Esoft Uni · Master's · Sri Lanka
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Master of Science in Network & Information Security - Kingston University (UK)
Esoft Uni · Master's · Sri Lanka
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Master of Science in Software Engineering - Kingston University (UK)
Esoft Uni · Master's · Sri Lanka
How to compare them
Your degree is in another field: look at the conversion route first.
Your degree is in computing: compare the specialist programs.
You work full-time: check the format, since hybrid and part-time options differ.
You want a shorter course: check the listed duration on each page.
Fees need care. One page lists LKR 325,000 and others list LKR 790,000, but the programs differ in duration, format and awarding university, so price alone is not a fair comparison.
