Master of Counselling and Psychosocial Support (MCP) 2026/27 - One Year

Entry Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree from a recognized University/ Institution in a field relevant to the subject matter/s of Psychology; OR
• Any other Bachelor’s degree, with prior learning/work experience relevant to the subject of Counselling and Social Work; OR
• A Postgraduate Diploma (SLQF 8) from a recognized University/ Institution or an equal qualification acceptable to the Board of Graduate Studies and Senate of the University of Colombo with prior learning/ work experience in a field relevant to the subject matter/s of Psychology and Counselling; OR
• A Professional qualification from a recognized professional body acceptable to the Board of Graduate Studies and Senate of University of Colombo with prior learning/ work experience in a field relevant to the subject of Psychology and Counselling; OR
• Completion of NVQ level 7 (equivalent to Bachelor’s degree in SLQF) with relevant work experience in a field relevant to the subject matter/s of Psychology and Counselling as determined by the Board of Graduate Studies and Senate of the University of Colombo;

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• A good knowledge of English language and satisfactory performance at a selection test and/ or selection interview.

How to Apply

How to Apply

Applications can be downloaded from the faculty website (fgs.cmb.ac.lk). Duly completed application form, certified copies of National Identity Card, birth certificate, relevant educational and professional qualifications, and work experience (if any) along with a scanned copy of the payment slip (of application processing fee) should be submitted via Apply Online weblink. (All above documents should be submitted as one PDF document.) Application fee LKR 3000 (Local students) or 40 USD (Foreign students) (non-refundable) can be paid using the code318170700009 as the reference number at any Peoples' Bank branch or using our online payment portal (pay.cmb.ac. lk),

Apply Online: https://forms.gle/WoL6fHMUXMehojuh8
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Completed application form and the photocopies of above mentioned original certified documents along with the payment slip should also be sent through the registered post to reach the Deputy Registrar, Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Colombo, No 35/30. Prof. Stanley Wijesundara Mawatha, Colombo 07. Please mention the programme name on the left side of the envelope. Apply on or before 10th August 2026.

Send Inquiry

Your inquiry will be sent directly to the institute. A copy will also be emailed to you for your records.