The Faculty of Languages and Cultural Studies was formally established in 2012 following the amendment to the Buddhasravaka Bhiksu University Parliamentary Act. With this historic legislative reform, the institution was officially renamed the Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka, signifying a transformative milestone in its institutional evolution and academic expansion.

The amendment not only redefined the identity of the University but also strengthened its academic structure through the establishment of two faculties. Among them, the Faculty of Languages and Cultural Studies was created to integrate the disciplines of language studies and social sciences under a unified academic framework. This strategic development reflected the University’s broader vision of fostering intellectual inquiry, cultural preservation, and interdisciplinary scholarship.

Since its establishment, the Faculty has played a pivotal role in advancing humanities and social science education within the University. It is committed to promoting linguistic excellence, cultural literacy, analytical thinking, and research-based learning. By combining traditional knowledge systems with contemporary academic perspectives, the Faculty aims to nurture graduates who are academically competent, socially responsible, and culturally aware.

At present, the Faculty consists of two departments:

• Department of Languages

• Department of Social Sciences and Comparative Studies

These departments collectively offer academic programs designed to encourage critical engagement with language, society, culture, and comparative studies. Through teaching, research, seminars, workshops, and academic collaborations, the Faculty continues to contribute meaningfully to national higher education and the intellectual development of its student community.

The Faculty of Languages and Cultural Studies remains dedicated to upholding academic excellence while preserving and promoting the rich linguistic and cultural heritage of Sri Lanka in a rapidly evolving global context.