Where to study

Study destinations

Compare the world’s most popular study destinations for Sri Lankan students — costs, intakes, work rights and post-study options.

At a glance

Compare destinations

Indicative figures for 2026–27. Rules change frequently — we confirm the latest during your consultation.

DestinationTypical tuition (per year)Main intakesWork during studyAfter graduation
Flag of FinlandFinland€6,000 – €12,000 / year (before scholarship)Autumn (Aug / Sep), Spring (January)Up to 30 hours / week on average in term, full-time in holidaysResidence permit to look for work or start a business — up to 2 years
Flag of SwedenSwedenSEK 80,000 – 140,000 / yearAutumn (August), Spring (January)Part-time work allowed with no fixed hour limit — studies must remain your main activityResidence permit to look for work or start a business — up to 12 months
Flag of GermanyGermanyFree at most — semester fee approx. €150 – €400Winter (October), Summer (April)140 full days or 280 half days per yearJob-seeker residence permit — up to 18 months
Flag of MalaysiaMalaysiaMYR 15,000 – 30,000 / yearJanuary / February, MayPart-time work up to 20 hours / week during semester breaks and holidays onlyEmployment requires a job offer and work pass
Flag of IrelandIreland€10,000 – €25,000 / yearSeptember, January / FebruaryUp to 20 hours / week in term, 40 hours / week in holidays (Stamp 2)Stamp 1G — up to 1 year (bachelor’s) or 2 years (master’s)

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