🎓 Just Finished A/Ls? Ready to Shape Your Future?
Looking for a degree that combines science, sustainability, and real-world impact?
Join with Faculty of Livestock, Fisheries and Nutrition (FLFN) – Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
The Faculty of Livestock, Fisheries and Nutrition is a leader in providing industry-relevant education in food, nutrition, livestock, and aquacultural technology. With modern facilities, cutting-edge research and strong industry connections our graduates are in demand across multiple sectors in Sri Lanka and beyond.
The faculty conducts two undergraduate degree programmes;
- BScHons in Food Science and Nutrition Degree programme: A science-based programme offering a diverse curriculum spanning food and nutrition, public health nutrition, and dietetics. This degree is the first and only programme in Sri Lanka’s state university system solely dedicated to advancing human nutrition education with food science. Its mission is to develop skilled professionals and frontline workers capable of addressing national health and wellness challenges.
🎓 Academic Strengths:
- Food chemistry, microbiology & safety
- Human Physiology and anatomy
- Human nutrition
- Nutritional biochemistry
- Sports nutrition
- Medical Nutrition Therapy
- Dietetics & clinical nutrition
- Product development & functional foods
- Public health & community nutrition
- Sensory evaluation & food quality management
Specialization Options (From 3rd Year):
- Nutrition and dietetics
- Food Science and Technology
💼 Career Opportunities:
- Nutritionist; Sports/ public health /and community Nutritionist
- Clinical or Community Dietitians
- Nutrition Scientists & Researchers
- Food Safety & Quality Assurance Officer
- Product Development Scientist
- Public Health Advisor
- Researcher / Academic / industries & NGOs
- BScHons in Food Production & Technology Management Degree Programme: This multidisciplinary degree programme is designed to meet both national and global demands for skilled professionals in sustainable food production, processing, and technology management. It places a strong emphasis on modern food systems, post-harvest handling, and product development. By integrating food production with cutting-edge technological advancements, the programme aims to increase food availability while maintaining ecological balance to ensure sustainable food security and nutrition. Additionally, it equips graduates with essential business management skills, preparing them to meet the evolving needs of the modern food industry.
🎓 What you will study:
- Livestock production systems and technology
- Aquaculture production systems and fisheries management
- Food processing, preservation
- Food safety, inspection, and quality management
- Biotechnological applications
- Value-added product development
- Post-harvest & supply chain management
- Environmental sustainability in food systems
- Limnology and oceanography
- Business, entrepreneurship, and technology integration
Specialization Options (From 3rd Year):
- Livestock and Avian Sciences
- Aquaculture and Fisheries
💼 Career Opportunities:
- Production Manager or Quality Executive in food/livestock/ fisheries & aquaculture and agriculture Industries
- Supply Chain Analyst / Logistics Manager
- Food Technologist / Process Developer
- Consultant in animal & aquaculture production and fisheries / Entrepreneur
- Government Officers
- Academic or researcher in the field
🧪 Practical Training & Research-Based Learning
✅ Modern science labs & sensory analysis units
✅ Food processing facilities
✅ Livestock farms, aquaculture units & greenhouses
✅ Field-based internships with industries and agencies
✅ Final-year independent research under expert supervision
✅ Presentation & publishing opportunities at student research symposiums
🏫 About the Faculty & University
✨ FLFN offers a peaceful, resource-rich university environment
✨ Friendly, qualified academic staff with national & international research collaborations
✨ Active student societies and leadership development programs
✨ English-medium instruction with communication skills training
🌟 Choose a degree that’s more than just a certificate. At FLFN, you graduate with knowledge, skills, and a clear path to success.
🎓 Are you eligible?
If you have followed any of the following A/L subject combinations you are eligible to apply for the BScHons in Food Science and Nutrition/Food Production and Technology Management.
🔬 Chemistry, Physics, and Biology
🔬 Chemistry; Physics or Mathematics; Biology or Agricultural Science
🔬 Chemistry; Biology; Agricultural Science or Mathematics
🚀 Be the difference in tomorrow’s food systems.
With science, innovation, and leadership—this is your path to a meaningful and rewarding future.
For more information, please visit our website: https://flfn.wyb.ac.lk/
📍 Faculty of Livestock, Fisheries and Nutrition – Wayamba University of Sri Lanka