Friday Apr 10, 2026
Friday Apr 10, 2026
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The Department of Chemistry at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura has celebrated a new cohort of high-performing graduates, underscoring its role as a leading pipeline for scientific talent feeding both international research institutions and Sri Lanka’s industrial sector.
At a ceremony held this week, academic staff hosted 37 graduates from its flagship Chemistry Honours and Industrial Chemistry degree programs, selected from a larger intake of over 400 students, who are now preparing to transition into research and professional careers.
The department, one of the largest in the university’s science faculty, offers an internationally competitive curriculum that has consistently enabled students to secure research assistantships and postgraduate placements at top-ranked universities overseas. At the same time, its industry-oriented training has supplied Sri Lanka with a steady stream of skilled graduates for sectors ranging from manufacturing to applied sciences.
Faculty members noted that graduates from the program regularly progress to leadership roles in both academia and industry, reflecting the department’s emphasis on combining theoretical knowledge with practical and research-based training.
Former Heads of Department Prof. Ajith Abeysekera and Prof. Samitha Deraniyagala were also present at the event, sharing insights and encouragement with the graduating class as they prepare for the next phase of their careers.
The occasion, marked by a celebratory atmosphere, highlighted the department’s broader contribution to building Sri Lanka’s scientific capacity, while maintaining strong links with the global research community.
Academic staff extended their best wishes to the graduates, expressing confidence that they would continue to make meaningful contributions to the field of chemistry and beyond, both locally and internationally.
