Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is KDU and where is it located?
General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) is Sri Lanka’s only defense university offering both military and civilian academic programs. It is located in Ratmalana, with multiple faculties across Sri Lanka.
2. Who can apply to KDU?
KDU admits both civilian and cadet officer students. Local and international students are eligible to apply for selected undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
3. How can I apply for undergraduate programs?
You can apply through the KDU website during open application periods for undergraduate, postgraduate and professional courses.
4. What academic faculties are available at KDU?
KDU offers programs under several faculties including Medicine, Engineering, Law, Computing, Defence Studies, Management, Allied Health Sciences, Built Environment and Spatial Sciences and Graduate Studies.
5. Is accommodation available for students?
Yes, hostel facilities are provided for cadet students.
6. Does KDU offer distance learning or online programs?
Yes, KDU offers selected online and blended-learning programs, especially under the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Continuing Education.
7. How can I contact the university for inquiries?
You can reach out via the contact forms on the KDU website, email specific faculties, or call the university’s main hotline listed on the Contact Us page.
8. What support services are available for students?
KDU offers academic counseling, library access, medical services, sports and recreation, and language labs, among other student support facilities.
9. Are international students accepted at KDU?
Yes, KDU welcomes international students to selected undergraduate and postgraduate programs. English proficiency and academic equivalence are required.
10. Is there a postgraduate program at KDU?
Yes. The Faculty of Graduate Studies offers Masters, MPhil, and PhD programs in a variety of disciplines, including strategic studies, law, management, and engineering.
