Department of Electronics

Electronics is a field, which deals with study, design, and use of devices, that depends on the conduction of electricity through materials. Earlier it was considered as an integral part of Electrical Engineering. However, due to its tremendous advancement in a short period of time, it has achieved its own place in the field of science and technology. Electronics is a field, in which rapid developments are taking place every day. New Electronic devices and gadgets are appearing in the market, and the usage of Electronics is expanding almost every field. Because of the growing applications of this field, students who study Electronics will have good career opportunities.

Address

Department of Electronics,
Faculty of Applied Sciences,
Wayamba University of Sri Lanka,
Kuliyapitiya,
Sri Lanka.

Telephone

+(94) 37 2283622

Fax

+(94) 37 2283622

Email

electronics@wyb.ac.lk

The Department of Electronics at the Wayamba University of Sri Lanka offers course modules covering various fields of Electronics for three Degree programs – B.Sc(General), B.Sc (Joint Major), and B.Sc (Special) in Applied Electronics. Electronics is a dynamic field of study, where students can find numerous career opportunities with the knowledge, both theoretical and practical, gained through these course modules. Our Department is the only Department of the State University system of Sri Lanka, that offers Electronics as a major subject for physical science or applied science stream.

Most of our past graduates work as Engineers or Assistant Engineers in private sector, while others work in Executive positions and Software Engineers, with good salaries. Majority of industries in Sri Lanka tend to adopt advanced Electronics technology, specially in their production line. One of the major problem they face is lack of experts in the field. Our graduates have good opportunities to cater their demands. Therefore, the graduates with the knowledge of Electronics will have good chance of finding job opportunities.

The Department of Electronics offers Postgraduate research Degrees leading to M.Phills and PhDs. Prospective students can enroll for a research degree in different fields such as Nano Electronics, Polymer Electronics, Embedded Systems, and Antenna Design.

Latest News & Events

A Robotics Competition for Enhancing Practical Learning in Mechatronics

The Department of Electronics, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, successfully organized a Robotics Competition on 28 July 2026 at the Electronics Laboratory as the final project demonstration for the ELTN 3282 – Mechatronics course. The competition challenged student teams to design, fabricate, and program an autonomous maze-solving robot capable of navigating a 4 × 4 grid. The objective of the challenge was to start the robot from one corner cell of the maze and autonomously navigate through the grid to reach the diagonally opposite corner in the shortest possible time while maintaining accurate path planning and

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Department of Electronics Hosts Industry Awareness Session on Physical AI and Advanced Robotics

The Department of Electronics, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, successfully organized an industry engagement session for the students currently undergoing Industrial Training on 31st July 2026 at the Seminar Room of the Department of Electronics. The session featured a presentation by Prof. Kapila Jayasinghe of L.E. Robotics (Pvt) Ltd., who shared valuable insights into the company’s cutting-edge research and development activities in the areas of Physical Artificial Intelligence (Physical AI), advanced robotic systems, and engineering product development. During the presentation, Prof. Jayasinghe introduced the students to the latest technological advancements and emerging trends in robotics and

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Seminar on Improving Research Visibility

The Department of Electronics, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka successfully organized a seminar titled “Improving Research Visibility” on 16th July 2026 at the Faculty Board Room. The session was conducted by Prof. Upaka Rathnayake, Professor at Atlantic Technological University, Ireland, and Lead Author to the UN IPCC Seventh Assessment Report (AR7) on the invitation of Prof. Jeevani Jayasinghe. The seminar brought together academic staff members, demonstrators, and postgraduate students to explore practical strategies for enhancing the visibility, impact, and global reach of research. Drawing on his extensive international academic and research experience spanning Ireland, Japan, the

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Chamod Fernando Selected for Huawei’s 9th Seeds for the Future Program

Chamod Fernando, a Level 3 undergraduate in the BSc (Special) Degree program in Applied Electronics has been selected for the 9th Seeds for the Future Program sponsored by Huawei Company, China.Six outstanding students from five State Universities have been selected for a transformative seven-day study trip to China. During this journey he will get the opportunity to explore Huawei’s advanced technologies, engage in cultural exchanges and broaden his global outlook. As part of the Huaweis flagship initiative Seeds for the future is dedicated to nurturing next generation ICT leaders.

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Annual Symposium on Research and Industrial Training of Electronics (ASRITE) 2023

The Department of Electronics, Faculty of Applied Sciences of Wayamba University of Sri Lanka buzzed with excitement on December 11th and 12th, 2023, as the 10th Annual Symposium on Research and Industrial Training of Electronics (ASRITE) unfolded. This prestigious event, meticulously coordinated by Mr. Chandika Kiriella, served as a vibrant platform for final-year students to showcase their research prowess and ignite the flames of innovation. Imagine a world powered by intelligent solar energy systems, natural rubber sheets dried by the sun’s gentle touch, and vigilant AI guardians protecting our transformers. These weren’t mere dreams, but tangible realities presented by the

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Filed visit Bandaranaike International Airport Katunayake

The Electronics Society, Department of Electronics, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka made a field visit to the Bandaranaike International Airport, Katunayake, on October 14, 2022. It was a great opportunity for all of the undergraduates to enhance their understanding of how electronics are applied in the related fields. We genuinely appreciate the entire airport staff for providing us with invaluable assistance throughout the day. We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Mrs. Thapthi Nadeejaa for coordinating our field visit and providing us with the greatest potential support.

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