Rajarata University of Sri Lanka is located in Mihintale. It is just 14 kilometers away from the ancient capital of Anuradhapura, the centre of the world renowned hydraulic civilization. Rajarata University of Sri Lanka was established on November 07, 1995 under the section 21 of the Universities Act No. 16 of 1978 and was ceremonially opened on January 31, 1996. It was subsequently decided to elevate the Rajarata Affiliated University to a National University , amalgamating Polgolla and Puliyankulama Affiliated Universities at Polgolla and Puliyankulama. RUSL has completed its 12 year of operation and the 12th anniversary was celebrated in January/February 2008.
The Vision of the University:
“To be a Centre of excellence in higher education, research, and dissemination of knowledge”
The Mission of the University:
To produce high quality, innovative intellectuals with creativity and discipline, develop competencies and dedication of staff, create a conducive environment for teaching, learning, research and dissemination of knowledge and to promote co-existence with mutual respect and ethical behaviour.
Faculties:
Library:
The Library System of the Rajarata University of Sri Lanka (RUSL) consists of a Main Library situated at the main Campus premises at Mihintale and three branch libraries at the Faculty of Applied Sciences-Mihintale, Faculty of Agriculture.
Address:
The Main Library,
Rajarata University of Sri Lanka,
Mihintale.
Telephone:
++94-0252266694, ++94-0252266643
Extention: 350, 351, 352, 353, 354
Fax: ++94-0252266694