SUSTAINABILITY AT PERADENIYA
Goal 01: No poverty
No Poverty
The United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 1 is dedicated to eradicating poverty in all its forms by 2030, ensuring that no one is left behind. This goal encompasses various targets, including the eradication of extreme poverty globally, measured as individuals living on less than $1.25 a day, and reducing the proportion of people of all ages living in poverty by at least half by 2030, as defined by national standards. It also calls for the implementation of social protection systems and measures, substantial coverage for the poor and vulnerable, equal access to economic resources and basic services, enhanced resilience for those in vulnerable situations, and significant resource mobilization, including through development cooperation, to support poverty eradication efforts in developing countries, especially the least developed ones. Additionally, it emphasizes the need for robust policy frameworks at the national, regional, and international levels that prioritize pro-poor and gender-sensitive development strategies, fostering increased investment in poverty eradication initiatives.
Programs
Mahapola & Bursary
The Mahapola Scholarship program is administered by the Mahapola Higher Education Scholarship Trust Fund, which is under the purview of the Ministry of Higher Education in Sri Lanka. Scholarships are awarded based on a combination of academic merit and financial need, and they are typically granted to undergraduate students. The scholarship program is designed to support students in their academic endeavors by offering financial aid to cover tuition fees, living expenses, and other educational costs.
Bursaries represent another primary source of financial aid for students. Individuals who do not meet the eligibility requirements for the Mahapola scholarship can seek financial assistance through the welfare division by submitting applications, which will undergo an evaluation based on specific selection criteria.
Link: Bursary application
Working Student Assistantship Program (WSAP)
The Working Student Assistantship Programme (WSAP) involves placing undergraduate students temporarily as trainees with external providers within the University. The primary goal of this initiative is to offer financial support to students while helping them develop valuable career skills that will contribute to their future success and independence. We strongly emphasize the importance of instilling a sense of responsibility and accountability through earning opportunities rather than simply providing scholarships or grants. The funding for this program comes from University of Peradeniya alumni and other generous donors.
Part-Time Job Opportunities for Undergraduates
The University to support students to gain career skills as undergraduates while getting financially benefited. Other Scholarships & Studentships. A program was initiated to create opportunities for undergraduates to engage in part-time job in the private sector companies in Sri Lanka.
Other Scholarships & Studentships
University of Peradeniya offer large number of Scholarships & Studentships for best performing students and students with financial needs. The objective of these programs are to financially support students during their undergraduate studies.
Low Cost Accommodation
The University has the capacity to provide residential facilities up to 55% of the student population. There are 21 Halls of Residence and two Bhikku Hostels in the main campus. In addition, the hostel at the Agriculture Sub-Campus at Mahailluppallama provides accommodation to the first year Agriculture students who follow practical classes for a period of six months. This Sub-Campus is located about 130 km north of Peradeniya. Presently Student Services Branch faces difficulties in providing hostel facilities to all eligible students due to lack of appropriate resources.
