Claims of Dozens of Free Online Courses Offered by the University of Peradeniya are False

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Nowadays, many people are keen on enrolling in free online courses to enhance their knowledge and skills. However, the abundance of misinformation and fake news about these courses can be misleading and deter individuals from making informed decisions.

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Social media posts are circulating that the University of Peradeniya in Sri Lanka offers dozens of free online courses.

Numerous social media posts claim that the University of Peradeniya offers dozens of free online courses. These posts have been shared widely and often link to unrelated websites, raising questions about their authenticity.

We decided to do a fact-check on these.

Fact Check

Official University Channels:

A thorough review of the official University of Peradeniya website and its verified social media pages revealed no announcements or information regarding offering free online courses. However, the official website of Peradeniya University says the advertisements on FB and other social media about online courses are bogus. The university announcement about bogus advertisements can be read here.

The Facebook page of the Public Relations Division of the University of Peradeniya also explicitly denied these social media claims. The division clarified that the social media posts about free online courses are false and should not be trusted.

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Statement from University Officials:

Professor Terrence Madujith, the Deputy Vice Chancellor of the University of Peradeniya, confirmed to Fact Crescendo that the university does not offer ongoing free online courses and does not plan to start such courses in the near future.

Professor Madujith emphasized that, per the state policy, the university only offers free internal undergraduate degree programs to local students who qualify through their Advanced Level (A/L) examinations.

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Conclusion:

The claims circulating on social media about the University of Peradeniya offering dozens of free online courses are entirely false. The official university channels and the Deputy Vice-Chancellor have confirmed these claims are unfounded. Individuals must rely on official sources for accurate information regarding university programs and offerings.

Always refer to the University of Peradeniya's official website and verified social media pages for accurate and up-to-date information.