We are pleased to announce the successful inauguration of the 4th Intake (2025–2027) of the MSc in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura.
This program marks a significant milestone, developed in collaboration with the Erasmus+ DS&AI Consortium—an esteemed international partnership of 15 leading European and Asian institutions dedicated to delivering high-quality, European-standard education in Asia.
The MSc program is research-oriented, globally aligned, and designed to empower students to become innovators equipped to solve real-world challenges through data-driven and AI-powered solutions.
We extend our sincere gratitude to the distinguished guests who attended the ceremony and shared their insights:
- Prof. Rasika Perera – Dean, Faculty of Graduate Studies
- Prof. Upul Subasinghe – Dean, Faculty of Applied Sciences
- Dr. Ravindra De Silva – Head, Department of Computer Science
- Dr. Chathuri Lakshika Jayasinghe – Head, Department of Statistics
- Dr. Anuradha Ariyaratne – Coordinator, MSc in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Program
- Mr. Chamika Ramanayake – Head of AI Platforms at Dialog Axiata PLC and alumnus of the program, for delivering an inspiring keynote on the role of Data Science and AI in the modern tech landscape
- Mr. Mohomed Atheeq – System Analyst, Faculty of Graduate Studies
Special thanks to Dr. Chitraka Wickramarachchi, whose vision and initiative laid the foundation for this successful program; Ms. Hirusha Wanigasingha, Coordinator Assistant, for her efforts in organizing the event; Lavanka Harshani for compering the session; Amila Jayaweera for capturing the event; and to all who contributed to making this ceremony a success.
