A B O U T U S
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| Message from the Head of the Department
Rev. Dr Kapugollawe Anandakiththi
Head, Department of Linguistics
University of Kelaniya
Since 1972, the Department of Linguistics at the University of Kelaniya has served as a dedicated center for the study of language science. We delve into the mechanics of how language works, how it evolves, and how it defines the human experience.
Our academic path is designed to guide students from their foundational degrees and professional diplomas into the depths of high-level research. Within our lecture halls, a natural passion for language is refined into a precise, scientific discipline.
The heart of our department is our graduates. We take immense pride in the individuals who emerge from our programs. As disciplined thinkers and language experts, they carry the integrity of our scholarship into the world—standing as the living legacy of our five-decade commitment to the science of linguistics.
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To be a centre for excellence in language and linguistic studies through teaching, research, and knowledge dissemination.
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To promote excellence in language education through quality teaching, research, and skill development.
| Graduate Profile
The Department of Linguistics, in accordance with the vision of the Faculty of Humanities, University of Kelaniya, presents the following graduate profile. This profile outlines the specific knowledge, intellectual skills, and personal qualities expected of our graduates.