The 44th General Convocation of University of Moratuwa (UoM) was held on 20th and 21st December 2023 with all its glory and pride at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) in six sessions. The Chancellor of the University, Professor Monte Cassim presided the Convocation Ceremony which was attended by the graduands with their parents, distinguished invitees, as well as the academic and administrative staff of the University.
A total of 2156 accomplished graduands, showcasing remarkable potential to challenge and inspire, were conferred degrees and diplomas across various fields, including engineering, architecture, information technology, and business. Notably, approximately 23% of them achieved postgraduate levels, including 10 individuals who earned their Ph.D. degrees.
Faculty |
First Degree |
Postgraduate Degree/Diploma |
Engineering |
928 |
340 ( including 7 PhDs) |
Architecture |
346 |
90 (including 2 PhDs) |
Information Technology |
296 |
48 (including 1 PhD) |
Business |
92 |
16 |
The graduates of the University of Moratuwa are highly sought-after by both public and private sector employers. The university's degree programmes hold internationally recognized accreditation from various accreditation bodies, positioning them qualitatively on par with offerings from the world's premier universities.
To share the momentous occasion with a wider audience, the event was broadcasted live on Peo TV (PeoTV Channel 120, Event TV Plus) and on the university's official website (www.uom.lk), allowing interested viewers to witness the Convocation proceedings.
For those seeking more information:
Convocation eTabloid (Convocation Messages and Graduand list):
Visit: https://uom.lk/pdf/Final-Convocation-Tabloid-2023.html
Convocation Videos (All 6 sessions):
Visit : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-9Pb-k61_d241IIf7JeH3VCN6zRPWFFu