EXAMINATION – NOTIFICATIONS

October 14, 2026

Notice – Issuance of Statements and Transcripts for Graduates of the 41st Convocation

41st Convocation graduates of the Faculty of Applied Science and the Faculty of Business Studies can collect their statements and transcripts from the Examination Branch, University of Vavuniya, from 14 […]

Research Grant Outcomes

Occurrence of Acid Fly (Paederus sp.) (Coleoptera: Staphylinidae: Paederinae) in Vavuniya, Sri Lanka: A Case Study at the University Hostel Premises and Its Surroundings

Recurrent skin dermatitis cases among students residing at the hostel in University of Vavuniya were suspected to be caused by acid flies (Paederus spp.).

Towards the Gamification of Training : Investigating Hotel Employees Perceptions of Game Elements

his research project, titled “Towards the Gamification of Training: Investigating Hotel Employees’ Perceptions of Game Elements,”

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$Performance Auditing in Sri Lanka\'s Public Sector$

Performance Auditing in Sri Lanka\'s Public Sector

The landscape of performance auditing in Sri Lanka is evolving rapidly within the public sector. Explore this research to learn how focusing on the 3Es enhances government accountability and transparency.

University of Vavuniya Hosts “Bench and Beside Program” to Strengthen Medical Research Collaborations

November 2, 2026

20^th September 2026

The Establishment Committee of the Faculty of Medical Sciences at the University of Vavuniya hosted the Bench and Beside Program on Wednesday, 16th September 2026, at Hotel Oviya. The initiative brought together academic leadership and medical professionals to foster collaborative medical research between the university and healthcare practitioners in the region.

The event saw key participation from leadership, including Vice Chancellor Senior Professor A. Atputharajah, Prof. V. Thivyanathan, and Dr. T. Kartheeswaran, Coordinator for the Establishment of the Faculty of Medical Sciences. In addition, approximately 20 medical officers, consultants, and specialists from District General Hospital (DGH) Vavuniya attended.

Student Presentations and Discussions

A key highlight of the programme was the presentation by three students from the Department of Physical Science, Faculty of Applied Science. They introduced their research interests in bioinformatics and Electronic Health Records (EHR). Their presentations highlighted opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration between technology-based research and medical practice to address healthcare challenges specific to the Vanni region.

The discussions also focused on the master plan for DGH Vavuniya and the proposed establishment of the Faculty of Medical Sciences and Nursing Degree Programmes at the University of Vavuniya. Participants explored the opportunities, institutional requirements, advantages, and challenges associated with transforming DGH Vavuniya into a fully equipped teaching hospital.

Furthermore, the programme provided a platform to discuss collaborative research grant opportunities. It also covered the possibility of organising an Annual Scientific Session jointly by the Vavuniya Medical Association and the University of Vavuniya. Participants also reviewed the progress, establishment timeline, and evaluation process of the proposed Faculty of Medical Sciences, which commenced in 2021.

Support and Way Forward

The medical officers, consultants, and specialists from DGH Vavuniya expressed their strong support for the establishment of the Faculty of Medical Sciences. They also pledged their cooperation through professional expertise, consultancy services, human resource support, and future collaborative initiatives.

Overall, the programme marked an important step towards strengthening university–hospital partnerships. It also promoted interdisciplinary research, medical education, and healthcare development in the Vanni region.