J’pura University team emerges victorious at the 2019 International Conference on Social Robotics
A team from the University of Sri Jayawardenapura’s Faculty of Applied Sciences was selected as the Global finalist at the eleventh International Conference on Social Robotics this year. The undergraduates created a robotic hat inspired by the ‘Sorting Hat’ in the Harry Potter series. The hat designed by the students can read minds and sort [...]
CTSU: The National Colleges of Education need a ‘proper system’ to accept prospective graduates
An education sector trade union wants the Higher Education Ministry to introduce a proper system of university acceptance if the National Colleges of Education are to be upgraded to university status. The Ceylon Teachers Service Union said at least the Z-score system needs to be made use of, to recruit teachers to the National Colleges [...]
President and key officials discuss future of education and higher education sectors
The new government recently announced its top priorities in the education sector. Among these are, the formulation of a mechanism to enroll students in universities soon after the GCE Advanced Level (A/L) exam results are released, the recruitment of unemployed graduates to vacant positions and the providing of education and employment opportunities for all students [...]
Rs. 10.27 million wasted by Education Ministry last year, says Ceylon Teachers Union
The Ceylon Teachers Union (CTU) said last week, that a sum of Rs. 10.27 million allocated for school expenditure for the year 2018 was not utilised by the Education Ministry under the last government. The Auditor General Report 2018 showed that a sum of Rs. 5.4 million allocated for 21 subjects as capital expenditure and [...]
Entrepreneurship is a ‘change mechanism’ to create sustainability, says expert
Professor Alistair R. Anderson, a distinguished professor of entrepreneurship, said that it is ‘a change mechanism’ that is appropriate and well suited to creating sustainability. The professor was the keynote speaker at the Peradeniya University International Management Research Sessions, maiden international conference of the university. Professor Anderson said the concept of sustainability needs to be [...]
Jaffna Teaching Hospital helps three dengue patients to sit O/L exams
The Jaffna Teaching Hospital overflowing with suspected dengue patients had to take three students to GCE Ordinary Level exam centre to sit their exams this week. On Wednesday the JTH took steps to take the students by ambulance to the exam centre and back to the hospital. The Vavuniya hospital also made similar arrangements for [...]
Former principal arrested for alleged fraud
A former principal of Jaffna Hindu College has been arrested by the Special Crimes division in Jaffna for his alleged involvement in a cheque and cash fraud of Rs. 250,000. The former Principal is due to be produced in court.
CTSU calls on Ministry to take action on vacant positions ls
Ceylon Teachers Services Union (CTSU) Secretary Mahinda Jayasingha said the recruitment policy of the Education Ministry is the reason for the failure of filling in some of the vacancies in national schools. The Public Service Commission had approved the recruits, according to the circulars, but they were rejected by the Education Ministry due to political [...]
Past student of Mahinda Vidyalaya receives warm welcome
The Prize Giving ceremony of Mahinda Vidyalaya in Galle was held recently, in the school hall.The Chief Guest of the event was Prof. P.L. Ariyananda, the Head of the Medical faculty of the Malaysian International Medical University, and a former student of the school. He is being escorted into the hall by team of Boy [...]
Taking the Social Sciences & Humanities to greater heights
The second International Symposium on Social Sciences & Humanities (ISSSH) under the theme ‘Development Towards Sustainability’ will be held on December 12 and 13 at the Waters Edge hotel in Battaramulla. The symposium is organised by The National Centre for Advanced Studies in Humanities & Social Sciences (NCAS) along with the University Grants Commission (UGC) [...]
Revitalising higher education for sustainable development
The Association of Southeast Asian Institutions of Higher Learning (ASAIHL) International Conference 2019 is to be held on December 9 and 10 in Hotel Galadari, Colombo. It is organised by the University of Kelaniya, a member of ASAIHL community. ASAIHL is a non-governmental organisation which was formed in 1956. The organisation consists of 22 member [...]
Expert committee to be appointed to make education a closed service
Wednesday’s cabinet meeting approved the appointing of a committee of experts to conduct studies and prepare proposals for making education a ‘closed service.’ The proposal was made to quickly resolve education services related issues, commend services provided, and increase professionalism. The government realised that it was best to make education a closed service to provide [...]
A new computer facility for Yasodhara Balika Vidyalaya, Borella
Yasodhara Balika Vidyalaya, Borella was recently equipped with a computer room that can benefit a large number of students. Western Provincial Council member Jayantha de Silva, who is also the founder of the Pragnaya Pradeepa Foundation and the chief organiser for the United National Party chief in Borella, inaugurated the facility.
The 16th ICBM will tackle key issues to encourage the economic transformation of Sri Lanka
The 16th International Conference on Business Management (ICBM) will take place from December 11 to the 15 at the Monash University premises in Australia. The conference is organised by the University of Sri Jayawardenapura’s Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce, the Monash Business School of Australia and the Sri Lanka Institute of Development Administration. The [...]
Become a Medical Doctor with Triple International Qualifications
Enter with O/Ls and A/Ls IMC Education, the leading medical education pathway provider and the Largest Medical University Placement Centre in Sri Lanka, offers an ideal programme for students after their O/Levels and A/Levels for the first time in partnership with two distinguished higher educational institutions. Now Sri Lankan Students as soon as they complete [...]
Quest for Quality with Nawaloka College
On the Quest for Quality, the Nawaloka College strives to bring world renowned undergraduate programs to Sri Lanka from international leaders in higher education. Located in the heart of Colombo, Nawaloka College offers qualifications in collaboration with the prestigious Swinburne University, Ulster University and numerous California State Universities. The partnerships are paradigm shifting programmes as [...]
International Conference on “Frontiers in Chemical Technology” organized by the Institute of Chemistry Ceylon to be held in June 2020
The Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, the successor to the chemical society of Ceylon, has been a pioneer in chemical science elevation since 1941. It was established under the act of parliament No. 15 of 1972 and has been catering to the professional and academic advancement of Chemistry in Sri Lanka ever since. The vision of [...]
Mod’Art International Alumni Spotlight
Being an entrepreneur is a dream of many fashion design aspirants. Today we are proud to feature our alumnus who took the entrepreneurial challenge and transformed her business dream into reality. Udarika Dalugama graduated with a Bachelor in Fashion Design from Mod’Art International Paris completing her degree at the Sri Lanka branch campus. She then [...]
Together We Make Great Memories – ANC Fresher’s Day Out Fall 2019
ANC Fresher’s day out was a fun and exciting experience for more than 60 new students who are starting their higher education journey at ANC. The fresher’s who joined the U.S and Canada Transfer programme and Business and Psychology Degree Completion programmes for the FALL 2019 intakes were warmly greeted into the ANC student [...]
ANDANTE 2K19 – SLTC organises Interuniversity Music Competition
The Grand Finale of “Andante 2K19”; the Inter University Music Competition organised by the students of Sri Lanka Technological Campus (SLTC) was held on 29th of November 2019 at Royal College Navarangahala. The event initiated with the chieftainship of distinguished guests such as the group chairman of Sri Lanka Telecom; Mr. Kumarasinghe Sirisena and the [...]
ICON Business School to Commence Classes for the Prestigious CFA Qualification from Jan 2020
The past 24 months have been something right out of a fairy-tale for ICON Business School, who fast became the leading provider of ACCA studies in Sri Lanka. So immense is the growth, the management now entertain thoughts, and are well on the way to acquiring the ultimate recognition by ACCA Global, in the form [...]
IIHS, the leader expands its wings in Healthcare training by introducing new programmes
Enhancing the scope for health education the International Institute of Health Science (IIHS), having the leadership in Sri Lanka for healthcare training with a history over 18 years, at the same time outspreads the possibility for a one stop shop for all health care training and brings world class education to your door step, Predominantly [...]
International Institute of Health Sciences New programmes in Healthcare – 2020
The International Institute of Health Sciences (IIHS) is certainly beyond doubt one of the very few educational institutes in Sri Lanka that thrusts not only its young and mature learners too to shine in not only academia but to also gain confidence and exercise their own aptitude to be all round achievers. IIHS continues to [...]
Horizon Campus hold an Orientation for it’s 6th batch of students for the BIT Degree
Horizon Campus, having partnered with the University of Moratuwa (UOM) to offer the Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT) held screensful orientation programme at its regional center in Kandy for their 3rd batch and at the main Campus in Malabe for their 6th batch of students. Over 200 prospective graduates received an insight into the many [...]
Raffles Design Hive Workshop – Inspiring Future Designers and Creatives….
“The Design Hive” creative design open workshops organised by Raffles University Colombo help aspiring designers and creative individuals’ step into the world of fashion and creativity. The workshops held on Friday the 29th of November specialised in Fashion Design, Interior Design, Graphic Design and Multimedia Design giving design enthusiasts the opportunity to interact with some [...]
Study Engineering, Business and Biomedical Science in a World Reputed University in France
France remains to be one of the most developed countries in the world. France is a member of European Union and is of the most visited tourist destination in the world. The Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, Louvre, Montmartre, Arc Triomphe, Versailles, and River Seine remains to be the most popular destinations. The French economy is [...]
Al- Awwal School Annual Concert 2019
The annual concert of Al- Awwal School was held at the Borella YMBA Auditorium, under the theme ‘Glamorous world’. Students from all age groups participated in a colourful display of young talents, which included events covering different cultures. The Parents, Staff along with the management graced the occasion.
IIT conducts Convocation for MSc Big Data Analytics and MSc Business Analytics from Robert Gordon University – UK
Informatics Institute of Technology (IIT), the pioneer in British higher education in Sri Lanka and the country’s premier IT and Business campus, held the annual convocation of the Robert Gordon University – UK (RGU) at the BMICH recently. The event was attended by the Chief Guest Prof. John McCall – Head of Computing Science and [...]
Swiss Hospitality Management Transfer Programme Launched
AAH in Partnership with IMI Switzerland to offer a Globally recognized Hospitality Management Program QS World Ranking # 12 / International Students from 40 Countries / International Paid Internships Australasian Academy of Hospitality (AAH) in Partnership with International Management Institute (IMI) Luzern, Switzerland offer a unique Transfer programme for Sri Lankan students. The 2+1 transfer [...]
RMIT University organizes ‘Future of Work Talks’ in Sri Lanka
RMIT is ranked in the top 1 percent of universities globally, with an international reputation for excellence in technology, design and enterprise. As a progressive university that always has the best in mind for its students, RMIT University organised a series of symposium ‘Future of Work’ talks in Colombo, during the first week of November. [...]
A fated encounter with the best of James Cook University-
Q: What is the focus area of Tropical Environments and Societies as specialization? Tropical Environments and Societies is a federation of three academic colleges; College of Science and Engineering, College of Arts, Society and Education and the College of Business Law and Governance. Instead of a single specialisation, JCU is offering a range of specialisations [...]
Oxford College of Business shines at Best Corporate Citizen Awards 2019
Sri Lanka’s premier Higher Education Provider, Oxford College of Business, (OCB) set new benchmarks across the Sri Lankan higher education sector having been presented with two awards at the recently concluded Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC) Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability Awards 2019 (BCCSA). Oxford College of Business was declared Winner in the event’s flagship category [...]
AIA lends a hand to Jaffna school, as it celebrates 10 years in the North
An enthusiastic team of employees at AIA Sri Lanka volunteered to whitewash the Elayathamby Hindu Vidyalaya in Jaffna. A team of volunteers from Head Office and branch offices across the island gathered to briskly get to work, cleaning and whitewashing the school buildings, which were in need of some sheen. All the students of [...]
Sri Lanka to be a research Education hub: A way forward
Janagan Vinayagamoorthy, International Director of EdHat International, UK and CEO / MD of IDM Nations Campus recently proposed that “Sri Lanka should be the Research Education Hub”to maintain the unity in Sri Lanka in an International Research Conference. He stated that, “Academic research plays a crucial role in the development of the country which creates opportunities to attract foreign [...]
ICBT Campus Graduation a huge success
ICBT Campus held its Graduation in association with University of Sunderland, Liverpool John Moores University , Birmingham City University and OTHM on the 4th of December at the “Nelum Pokuna” theatre. Over 800 students received their Bachelor Degrees, Post Graduate Qualifications & Masters in Engineering (Electrical/Electronics, Mechanical, Automotive, Mechatronics, Civil, and Bio Medical) , Quantity [...]
Eminent economist Dr. Dushni Weerakoon highlights critical role tax policies can play to spur economic growth
Executive Director of the Institute of Policy Studies of Sri Lanka (IPS), Dr. Dushni Weerakoon this week highlighted the critical role tax policies can play in spurring economic growth of a country, specially a developing country. Addressing the 23rd Annual Oration on Taxation organized by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) [...]
REVEAL 2019: Exciting new careers and global opportunities for AOD grads
The latest graduating class from AOD are being exposed to a series of life-changing job opportunities and work networks at the Reveal graduate design showcase this year. Reveal annually becomes a platform to over a hundred young designers graduating from AOD, giving them the opportunity to present their best works to a powerful audience of [...]
SLIIT holds 2020 Inauguration Ceremony welcoming new students embarking on academic journey
04th December 2019: SLIIT, the pioneering and largest degree awarding Institute in Sri Lanka, recently held its 2020 Inauguration Ceremony for the new intake of students as they begin another important academic chapter in their lives. The ceremony’ was held at the Main Auditorium, SLIIT Malabe Campus with 800 students attending the event. The new [...]
Ismath Fathima shines at Gampaha District Literary Contest
Ismath Fathima wins eight first prizes at Gampaha District Literary Contest for Kaleliya Aligar Muslim Maha Vidyalaya. Deputy Principal S. A. Ismath Fathima has secured eight first places and one third place in the open category at the 2019 Gampaha District Literary Contest. She won the first places in the categories of poetry, children stories, [...]
Vidura College Kalutara Annual Concert “Ninnada” a big success
Vidura College Kalutara branch held this year their Annual Concert titled “Ninnada” at Dodangoda secretariat on 4th December 2019 with the presence of Professor Kolitha Banu Dissanayake faculty of Music University of Dramatic Art as chief guest. The chairman Dr.Ranjith Cabral, Mr.Sumanasekara, Group Principal, Kanchana Dassanayake Principal Kalutara branch, Deputy Principal Main school Mrs. Upeka [...]