Bachelor of Information Technology
- 3 Years
- Distance Learning
- Industry-Ready Graduates
- Nationwide Accessibility
Overview
Entry Requirements
Course Content
Fees
Registration
Examination
How to Apply
Overview
What is BIT?
The Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT) is an external degree offered by the University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka. It was introduced to address the growing demand for ICT professionals in the country. The program aims to produce industry-ready graduates through a comprehensive and cost-effective education.
Key Highlights
1. Rapid ICT Growth in Sri Lanka: The ICT sector is expanding rapidly, necessitating more skilled professionals. Local universities can only admit a limited number of students, making external degree programs like BIT essential.
2. Program Benefits:
- Cost-Effective: The BIT program offers a lower-cost alternative to foreign degrees.
- Accessibility: The degree is accessible through open and distance learning, allowing students nationwide to benefit from UoM’s education.
- Industry Relevance: Continuous updates with industry input ensure graduates are highly employable.
3. Program Structure:
- Flexible Learning Modes: Students can choose between studying with an accredited partner organization or independently using online resources.
- Progressive Certification: Students receive a diploma after the first year, a higher diploma after the second year, and the BIT degree upon completing the third year.
4. Admission: Open to students who have passed the Advanced Level examination in any stream, with lateral entry options for those with other qualifications.
5. Online Learning: Courses are offered online, allowing students to study from home, submit assessments, and receive feedback through an integrated system.
Why Choose UoM for BIT?
- Reputation: The University of Moratuwa is known for producing world-class graduates.
- Quality Education: The program is supported by highly qualified staff and strict quality assurance, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for the workforce.
Entry Requirements
Regular Entry
A student may enter the degree programme at different levels depending on the qualifications they have obtained as shown in Table 1
| Level 1 | An applicant may be considered for Admission to the BIT degree programme,if he/she has:
A candidate who has obtained at least 6 passes in not more than two sittings and a credit pass in Mathematics at the GCE Ordinary Level Examination and a full-time Diploma/Certificate or higher qualification of at least 1 year duration from a recognized institution to have satisfied the entry criteria under section 2 above . (Applicants who do not qualify under section 1 must pass the Aptitude Test conducted by the Faculty) |
| Level 2 | To be considered for admission to the Degree programme at the Level 2 an applicant must successfully complete the Diploma Programme (i.e.,the Level 1). |
| Level 3 | To be considered for admission to the Degree programme at the Level 3 an applicant must successfully complete the Higher Diploma Programme (i.e.,the Level 2). |
Table 1
The qualifications accepted by the university in place of (an alternative) the 03 passes at G. C. E. (A/L) exam are-
At least 06 passes in not more than two sittings and a credit pass in Mathematics at the GCE (O/L) examination and a full-time Diploma / Certificate or higher qualification of at least 1 year duration from a recognized institution.
The Senate has so far approved the following institutes / programs/ qualifications:
• Public sector universities
• National Institute of Business Management (NIBM)
• Training institute or programs accredited by the Tertiary and Vocational
Education Commission (TVEC)
• Government technical colleges
• Recognized professional organizations (e.g., BCS, IESL, CIMA, CIM, PMI)
• Three E passes at the Edexcel Advanced GCE Examination
• Teacher’s Diploma in Information Technology Program (1year), Sri Lanka
Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT)
• Professional in service English Teacher Training Program (1 year), National
Institute of Education (NIE)
• Trained Teachers’ Certificate (2 year, full-time), Government Teacher Training
Colleges
• International Diploma in Computer Studies of NCC Education, UK
Lateral Entry – SLIATE (Full Time)
- A candidate is considered to have successfully completed all subjects of SLIATE HNDIT (new Curriculum) and the six months (06) training period.
- A candidate can start the level 3 with the exemption of Level 1 and 2 subjects according to their track.
- All full time students must pass an aptitude test conducted by CODL to qualify for the programme.
Lateral Entry – SLIATE (Part Time)
- A candidate is considered to have successfully completed all subjects of SLIATE HNDIT (new curriculum) & must have one year of work experience in a recognized institution after completing HNDIT.
- A candidate can start the level 3 with exemption of Level 1 and Level 2 subjects according to their track.
- All part time students must pass an aptitude test conducted by CODL to qualify for the programme.
Lateral Entry – Exemptions for Common Modules in HNDIT (Full Time/Part Time) – SLIATE
Exemptions for Common Modules in HNDIT (Full Time/Part Time) – SLIATE (2014 HNDIT -SLIATE Curriculum)
Exemptions for Common Modules in HNDIT (Full Time/Part Time) – SLIATE(2010 HNDIT –SLIATE Curriculum)
Lateral Entry – Holder of Diploma in IT of NDT IT – Institute of Technology University of Moratuwa (ITUM)
- Canditates who have successfully completed all the modules of the NDT curriculum execpt Industrial Training 1 and 2 are eligible to apply and register for the BIT degree programme .However, candidates must successfully complete Industrial Training 1 and 2 and obtain National Diploma in Technology to qualify for obtaining the degree.
- A candidate can start level 3 with exemptions of level 1 and 2 subjects.
- All students must pass an aptitude test conducted by CODL to qualify for the programme.
Lateral Entry – Exemptions for Holder of Diploma in IT of NDT IT – ITUM
Course Content
Course Structure
Curriculum & Credit Structure
New Syllabus (Effective from August 2024)
Old Syllabus
For more details please click here.
Fees
University Charges for Regular Entry Students
Table 01:Fees Per Student If Paid at The Beginning of Each Academic Semester:
Registration Fee (payable at the beginning of Semester 1) | Course Fee | Total Annual Fee | ||
Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |||
Level 1 | Rs. 200 | Rs. 49,800 | Rs. 40,000 | Rs. 90,000 |
Level 2 | Rs. 200 | Rs. 34,800 | Rs. 25,000 | Rs. 60,000 |
Level 3 | Rs. 200 | Rs. 29,800 | Rs. 20,000 | Rs. 50,000 |
Total Fee | Rs. 200,000 | |||
Table 02: Fees Per Student If Paid at The Beginning of Each Level
Registration Fee | Programme Fee | Total | |
Level 1 | Rs. 200 | Rs. 89,800 | Rs. 90,000 |
Level 2 | Rs. 200 | Rs. 59,800 | Rs. 60,000 |
Level 3 | Rs. 200 | Rs. 49,800 | Rs. 50,000 |
Total Fee | Rs. 200,000 | ||
The above fees are payable direct to the University of Moratuwa, at any branch of the Bank of Ceylon to the credit of Bank of Ceylon A/C No 70993353 of the University of Moratuwa by using the paying-in-voucher available at the bank and a receipt obtained. Please ensure that “Bachelor of Information Technology” is stated as the Programme name. A copy of the receipt should be sent to the university along with other documents.
In addition, if you have selected the partner organization mode to follow the programme, you are required to pay the lecture fee as per the fee structure of the selected partner organization which will be communicated to you by them. Your registration will be valid only after both payments are made.
University Charges for Lateral Entry Students (HNDIT- SLIATE)
The registration and course fee of the (BIT) external degree is Rs. 120,000 for third (03) year. Payments could be made either in full at the beginning of each academic year (Table 1) or in installments at the beginning of each academic semester (Table 2).
Payment for the rest of the subjects in L2 and L1 will be decided based on the no of credits per the module as listed below.
02 credits – Rs. 2250/=*
03 credits – Rs. 2500/=*
04 credits – Rs. 2750/=*
* Added: In addition to this payment you must make a payment of Rs 1500/= for every module for Continuous Assessment component. At the beginning of the Semester you must pay the appropriate amount based on the subjects you have selected from Semesters 1 to 4.
Registration Fee | Programme Fee | Total | |
Level 3 | Rs. 400 | Rs. 119,600 | Rs. 120,000 |
Table 01: Fee Structure for the Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT) external degree for students paying at the beginning of the Academic Programme.
Registration Fee | Programme Fee | Total | |
Level 3 Semester 1 | Rs. 200 | Rs. 59,800 | Rs. 60,000 |
Level 3 Semester 2 | Rs. 200 | Rs. 59,800 | Rs. 60,000 |
Total fees | Rs.120,000 | ||
Table 02: Fee Structure for the Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT) external degree for students paying at the beginning of each Semester
University Charges for Lateral Entry Students (NDT IT- ITUM)
The registration and course fee of the (BIT) external degree is Rs. 150,000 for third (03) year. Payments could be made either in full at the beginning of each academic year (Table 1) or in installments at the beginning of each academic semester (Table 2).
Payment for the rest of the subjects in L2 and L1 will be decided based on the no of credits per the module as listed below.
02 credits – Rs. 2250/=*
03 credits – Rs. 2500/=*
04 credits – Rs. 2750/=*
* Added: In addition to this payment you must make a payment of Rs 1500/= for every module for Continuous Assessment component. At the beginning of the Semester you must pay the appropriate amount based on the subjects you have selected from Semesters 1 to 4.
Registration Fee | Programme Fee | Total | |
Level 3 | Rs. 400 | Rs. 149,600 | Rs. 150,000 |
Table 01: Fee Structure for the Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT) external degree for students paying at the beginning of the Academic Programme.
Semester | Registration Fee (Rs) | Programme Fee (Rs) | Total |
Semester 5 | 200.00 | 74,800.00 | 75,000.00 |
Semester 6 | 200.00 | 74,800.00 | 75,000.00 |
Total Fees | 150,000.00 | ||
Table 02: Fee Structure for the Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT) external degree for students paying at the beginning of each Semester
The above fees are payable direct to the University of Moratuwa, at any branch of the Bank of Ceylon to the credit of Bank of Ceylon A/C No 70993353 of the University of Moratuwa byusing the paying-in-voucher available at the bank and a receipt obtained.Please ensure that “Bachelor of Information Technology” is stated as the Programme name. A copy of the receipt should be sent to the university along with other documents.
In addition, if you have selected the partner organization mode to follow the programme, you are required to pay the lecture fee as per the fee structure of the selected partner organization which will be communicated to you by them. Your registration will be valid only after both payments are made.
Registration
Regular entry Applicants
Documents required for registration
The below mentioned documents should be submitted to the document verification date given by the COD
- National Identity card or passport
- Original Birth Certificate
- Original G.C.E O/L certificate
- Original G.C.E A/L certificate
- Certificates of any other acceptable qualification in place of A/L
- Appointment letter (only for government officers)
- Documentary evidence to prove the tertiary education
- Original bank slip- Rs 1000.00 (Application fee)
Note : Applicant should bring the originals and one copy of each document.
Lateral entry Applicants
Documents required for registration
The below mentioned documents should be submitted to the document verification date given by the CODL
- National Identity card or passport
- Original Birth Certificate
- Original G.C.E O/L certificate
- Original G.C.E A/L certificate
- SLIATE HNDIT transcript and certificate
- Original bank slip- Rs 2500.00 (Application fee)
- Candidates apply with NDT IT qualification should submit mark sheets for semester 1 to semester 4
Note : Applicant should bring the originals and one copy of each document.
Examination
The Examinations for course modules conducted during a semester shall be held at the end of the Semester. Each module has two components which consist of Final exam (FA) and Continuous Assessment (CA). Percentages of FA and CA components are unique to each module. Candidates required to pass the CA (continuous Assessment) in order to face the final exams.
Course Module final exams and project work shall be assessed on the basis of set-paper examinations, presentations and reports according to the curricula.
Medium of Instruction
Medium of Examinations is English.
Examination criteria
Bachelor of Information Technology (external) degree has types of examinations : written, online and oral examinations.
- Written exams
Candidates are required to be at the Examination Hall and face the set paper examination. He or she must come at least 15 minutes before the commencement of each paper, but shall not enter the hall until they are requested to do so by the Supervisor. Candidates should answer the paper given time period under the supervision of the exam supervisor and invigilators.
- Online Exams
Candidates are required to do the exam at the computer laboratory in the University of Moratuwa. He or she must come at least 15 minutes before the commencement of each paper, but shall not enter the hall until they are requested to do so by the Supervisor. Candidates should answer the online paper given time period under the supervision of the exam supervisor and invigilators.
- Oral Exams
An examination is conducted by spoken communication . Assessment is the process of gathering information from multiple and diverse sources to understand learner knowledge and skills . The assessment method mainly does during the project work. Examinar can assess the development of communication skills of the student, Authenticity of in person interaction and examiner focus deep understanding and critique of the student.
Exam by law
How to Apply
Instructions to submit the application
Click Here for Online Application Form
- The online Application Form should be filled only in English.
- Full Name must be given as it appears on the Birth Certificate. (If the name in the provided documents are different, an affidavit must be provided at the verification session)
- Fill the Application Giving your Full Name correct
- If your A/Level Results are just released and your resuts are availble online on the Department of Examination wesite, enter your Index Number.
- If you are a previously registerered student at BIT(CODL), mention your previous BIT registration number.
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- Next you must upload all the certificates and the payment receipt.(You must upload the certified copies of the following and on the request and must produce the originals at the verification interview)
- Birth Certificate (both sides)
- Photocopy of the ID Card/details page of Passport (both sides)
- G.C.E. (O/L) Certificate (both sides)
- G.C.E. (A/L) Certificate or Index Number (both sides)
- Z. Score
- Copy of bank slip after paying the application fee Rs 1,000 (Application fee of Rs. 1,000/- should be paid to University of Moratuwa account No. 70993353 at any branch of the Bank of Ceylon)
- Other Academic Certificates (both sid
- If you Save and exit without Final Submission you can use your reference number to update your application later.
- If your application is complete you can do the Final Submission. (an auto generated email will be sent to you with your application reference number to confirm that we have received your application)
You should complete all the entry requirements on or before the application closing date.
Click Here for Online Application Form.
- Payment procedure.
- Application Fee of Rs. 1,000/= payable direct to the University of Moratuwa, at any branch of the Bank of Ceylon to the credit of Bank of Ceylon A/C No 70993353 of the University of Moratuwa by using the paying-in-voucher available at the bank and a receipt obtained. Please ensure that “Bachelor of Information Technology” is stated as the Programme name. A copy of the receipt should be sent to the university along with other documents.
- Must be made using either the bank payment or online payment method(Only through a BOC account).