Even though there are close to 500,000 students sitting for the O Level examinations each year only 100,000 of them go onto complete their A Levels. Those who go onto gain entrance to higher studies at Local Universities only number 20,000 from this.

Many students are unable to pursue their higher studies due to the inability to reach the required aptitude or take time in finishing their degrees. Thus with an array of opportunities and courses, Elizabeth Institute of Higher Studies provides a chance for those aspiring for higher education and job placements in USA, UK, Canada, Malaysia, Singapore, Switzerland, Germany and Australia.

Elizabeth Institute has three branches, two in Wellawatta and one in Dehiwala that provide University placements for higher studies in countries such as UK, Canada, USA and New Zealand and Singapore.
Furthermore, they specially provide bank loans, sponsors and accommodation for those who wish to study abroad and also provide the environment and opportunity to work while studying as well.
Their courses include Nursing, Hotel Management, Diploma in Childcare Management, Hair Dressing and Airline Ticketing. Furthermore, their technical college includes training in Air Conditioning, Welding and Carpentry as well.

The Diploma in Hairdressing and Beauty Culture which is a City and Guilds course focuses on Salon management, Skin Care and hair care all compliant with international standards. Child Care Management includes Children's Services and Child Psychology programmes.

For those who are not O Level qualified the LCCI Course offers an opportunity to gain qualification that allows higher studies in the UK. The four months course would give premise to either complete a ABE Advanced Diploma which will lead to an MBA or Work and Study opportunity for three years in the UK to complete a first degree.

Moreover, highly qualified individuals under 45 keen to migrate to Australia have an opportunity with Elizabeth Institute's Skilled Migration Occupations. Accountants, Academics, Engineers, Mangers and Administrators, those in the Hotel trade, Trained Nurses and many more professionals are eligible for this programme.

Spoken English Courses are available at the Institute as well and excellent for foreign employment, higher education and business purposes.

Thus Elizabeth Institute promises to meet all educational and skills requirements for those aspiring to study or work abroad.