Closing Date – 2024-09-15
About The Programme
The Master of Science in Surveying Sciences programme provides intensive training on the technical, analytical and professional aspects of modern and advanced surveying, geodesy, management, and environmental subjects. This postgraduate programme is tailor-made for land surveying professionals who have a Bachelor’s degree in Surveying Sciences, or an equivalent qualification with at least two years of experience in the field of Geomatics. Selected candidates are required to undertake coursework and a research project for the completion of the degree as specified in the Sri Lanka Qualification Framework (SLQF) established by the Quality Assurance and Accreditation Council of the University Grants Commission, Sri Lanka.
The main objective of the programme is to provide sound exposure to state-of-the-art technologies in this field, to allow students to specialize in the management of practical projects. Graduates will consequently become leading technical personnel in the fields of surveying/geomatics. To achieve this objective, the programme aims to provide the appropriate scientific understanding and extensive training in management and environmental subjects, in addition to advanced knowledge of surveying and geomatics. Further, the programme also aims to develop the transferable skills frequently sought by potential employers, such as those associated with verbal and written communication, and teamwork.
The programme is offered with the Faculty of Geomatics. The Faculty consists of a diversely qualified group of experts, and physical resources – e.g. software, survey instruments, reading materials– that are unparalleled. Given the years of academic and professional experience of the teaching faculty, the programme will be conducted in a novel manner so that the student gets hands-on experience. This practical based approach to teaching is applied to all course modules.
Intended Learning Outcomes
On successfully completing the programme, a graduate should be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge by applying modern concepts in geomatics and spatial and aspatial related data processing, including knowledge of related software.
- Analyse geo-spatial data from basic to complex forms, GIS-based spatial data modelling, make judgments and propose solutions to related problems.
- Apply project management principles, methods and tools for planning and executing large scale multi-disciplinary projects, including elements of environmental management, industrial relations, contract law and financial considerations.
- Perform independent studies, identifying own personal development needs and goals, reflecting on own performance for personal, professional and scientific development.
Entry Qualification
The candidate should have at least one qualification in the following categories.
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Surveying Sciences or
- A qualification equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree as recognized by the Senate and at least 2 years experience in the field of Geomatics.
Course Structure
| MS 210 | Mathematics | 02 |
| MS 211 | Geometric Reference Systems and Map Projections | 02 |
| MS 212 | Land Economics | 02 |
| MS 213 | Project Management | 03 |
| MS 214 | GNSS for Surveyors | 03 |
| MS 215 | Research Methodology and Scientific Writing | 02 |
| MS 216 | Principles and Applications of Environmental Sciences | 02 |
| Year I Semester II | ||
| MS 220 | Statistics | 02 |
| MS 221 | Programming Skills for Surveyors | 02 |
| MS 222 | GIS for Surveyors | 03 |
| MS 223 | Adjustment Calculus | 02 |
| MS 224 | Hydrography for Surveyors | 02 |
| MS 225 | Photogrammetry | 02 |
| MS 226 | Gravity Field Modelling and Interpretations | 02 |
| Year II Semester I | ||
| MS 330 | Remote Sensing for Surveyors | 03 |
| MS 231 | Web Mapping | 02 |
| MS 232 | Cadastral Surveying | 02 |
| MS 233 | Land Management | 02 |
| MS 234 | Spatial Data Infrastructure (SDI) | 02 |
| MS 235 | Laser Scanning | 02 |
| MS 236 | Advanced Surveying Studio | 02 |
| Year II Semester I and Semester II | ||
| MS 150 | Dissertation | 15 |
| Total Credits | 61 | |
Fees
| Category | Amount (LKR) |
| Application Processing Fee (Non-Refundable) | 2,500.00 |
| Registration Fee | 20,000.00 |
| Tuition Fee* | 280,000.00 |
| Library Fee | N/A |
*Tuition fee can be paid in two (02) instalments LKR 140,000 each. And the balance fee should be settled at the beginning of the second year. Sponsored students must submit a sponsorship letter upon registration. The letter must clearly state the type of fees covered (such as registration, tuition, library etc.).
Other Fees Applicable
| Category | Amount (LKR) |
| Repeat Examination per Course | 2,500.00 |
| Thesis Re-examination Fee | 30,000.00 |
| Research Proposal Re-submission Fee | 10,000.00 |
| Extension of the Period of Registration per Semester | 10,000.00 |
| Deferment Fee | 10,000.00 |
Payment Method
Bank Account Details for Local Students
Bank /Branch (Branch Code): Bank of Ceylon /Sabaragamuwa University Branch (286)
Account Name: Faculty of Graduate Studies, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka
Account Number: 79701001
Option 01- Over-the-Counter Banking
The Student must mention the NIC No: for “Reference number” in Deposit Slip as per the attached sample slip and request the bank to enter it along with the transaction.
After making the payment, the student should send the a photo/ scan copy of the deposit slip immediately to the following email addresses for system update purposes;
ab@fgs.sab.ac.lk
sarangi@adm.sab.ac.lk
Option 02-Online Banking Applications (Apps). E.g. – People’s Wave, FriMi, BOC B app.
The Student must use NIC No: as “Remarks”/ “Transaction Description” when fund transferring.
After making the payment, the student should send the fund transfer confirmation / a screen print immediately to the following email addresses for system update purposes;
ab@fgs.sab.ac.lk
sarangi@adm.sab.ac.lk
Option 03-Internet Payment Gateway (IPG).
You can make online payments using “VISA” or “MASTER” Debit/Credit card issued by any Bank. If you wish to use a Debit Card, please make sure that the Debit Card supports on-line payments, and necessary configurations are done. You may contact the issuing bank for verification.
Step 01- Go to the Faculty of Graduate Studies Website Home page: https://www.sab.ac.lk/fgs/
Step 02- Select the “Online payment” at the bottom of the page.
Step 03- Fill the date entry field/ cages in the Internet Payment Gateway (IPG)
Step 04 – Enter your card details and confirm to pay.
After making the payment, the student should send the receipt of the payment to the following email addresses for system update purposes;
ab@fgs.sab.ac.lk
sarangi@adm.sab.ac.lk
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For International Students: Please make Cheque or Bank Draft payable to Faculty of Graduate Studies, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka
Account Number: 0090819484
Currency Type: USD
Account Name: Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, Faculty of Graduate Studies
Bank Name / Bank Code: Bank of Ceylon / 7010
Branch Name / Branch Code: Sabaragamuwa University Branch / 286
SWIFT Code: BCEYLKLX
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Venue: FGS-SUSL Ratnapura Centre
Tuition Fee: LKR 280,000.00
Coordinator: (2017-2019 Intakes)
Dr. H Divithura
Tel:+94-71-4468762
E-mail: divithura@geo.sab.ac.lk
Coordinator: (2020-2021 Intakes)
Dr. RMKGSPB Koswatte
Tel:+94-71-4455749
E-mail: koswatte@gmail.com
Coordinator: (2022 Intakes)
Dr. (Mrs.) A.K.R.Nishamanie Ranasinghe
Tel:+94-71-4453445
E-mail: nishamanie@geo.sab.ac.lk