Established on University of Ruhuna 1st September 1978, by a Special Presidential Decree the University of Ruhuna is considered as one of the prominent universities dedicated to fulfilling a long cherished desire of the people of Southern Sri Lanka. The university offers basic degree programs in their respective disciplines. The university comprises four faculties, namely, Agriculture, Arts, Medicine and Science. Depending on the facilities available, M.A. M.B.A. M.Sc. M.Phil. and Ph.D Degrees. In addition Diploma and Certificate Courses are offered in various disciplines. The most recent additions to the list of faculties in the University of Ruhuna are Faculty of Management & Finance and the Faculty of Fisheries & Marine Sciences & Technology which were set up in 2003 and 2005, respectively. Located in the prime location the university is connected with various must visit locations of the city making it an ideal venue to hold special meetings and gatherings.