Your International Academic and Career Pathway through IIHS
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 to shine in academia but to also gain confidence and exercise their own aptitude to be all round achievers. IIHS believes in ‘creating SMART people’ and continues to soar in the Sri Lankan and South Asian education sectors as it stands out as one of the very few private institutes to offer unique international pathways to courses in Nursing, Physiotherapy, Bio Medical Sciences, Health Administration and Education.
IIHS is proud to be the home of hard working, ambitious, critical thinking and determined students who continue to take large strides in the academic world with its popular 3+1 and 2+2 pathways. These students not only thrive in the classroom but bring vibrancy to the multiple endeavors that IIHS drives their students into. With guidance by the academic staff, the culture inculcated at IIHS ensures that students from the most diverse backgrounds are able to gain the highest achievements with unlimited opportunities.
Ms. Rashmalee Peiris:
Programme: Bachelor of Nursing
Status: IIHS & Deakin University Alumnus, Registered Nurse in Victoria – Australia.
School: Lyceum International School, Wattala
“As an alumnus from Lyceum International School, my only thought was that I wanted to start a health-related programme. However, as an international school student who had done London A/L’s the choices I had were quite limited, one being to fly abroad, which is quite expensive. So, I knew I had to look for different avenues & that’s when I stumbled across IIHS. The 3 years with IIHS not only enhanced my academic skills, but it also made me identify the strengths I never knew I had. Thanks to the amazing support system I was provided, both from the lecturers and the administrative personnel, I was able to achieve many milestones, those that were just dreams. After my 3 years at IIHS I completed 1 year at Deakin University Australia and my Bachelors led me to registration as a nurse which has unlocked many doors for me”. –
Mr. Pradeep Nirvan
Programme: Bachelor of Nursing
Status: IIHS & Metropolia University of Applied Sciences Alumnus, Registered Nurse Helsinki – Finland
School: St. Peters College – Colombo
“I Wanted to live a purpose-driven life, I then realised that Nursing is a way to truly live your life dedicated to the care of others, IIHS Provided me with strong Foundation to startup my career, I’m forever grateful to IIHS and It’s staff for giving me all these numerous opportunities to
become who I am Today!
Pradeep Nirvan has completed his Bachelors in General Nursing at Metropolia University of Applied sciences in Finland Whilst Studying for his Advance Diploma in General Nursing he has participated in many international research forums.Currently he is a registered Nurse in Helsinki, Finland.
Ms. Ayodhya Karunaratne
Programme: Bachelor in Physiotherapy
Status: IIHS and Coventry University Alumnus (United Kingdom), Currently completing her PhD in UK, Registered Physiotherapist in United Kingdom
School: Holy Family Convent, Bambalapitiya
“The learning environment, virtual learning system, and the teaching systems have made our learning easier, manageable and enjoyable. The lectures are much focused and what we learnt at IIHS has become the backbone of my career. Studying in UK has made me realise the importance of learning at a place like IIHS which can match the international standards. Most importantly the lecturers and the staff at IIHS made our learning experience a memorable one.”.
Ayodhya Karunaratne is a name that resonates in the health research front of Sri Lanka namely on the subject of Physiotherapy. Having completed her 3-year Advanced Diploma in Physiotherapy at the International Institute of Health Sciences (IIHS), she then continued her academic journey at Coventry University where she completed a Masters in Physiotherapy.
She is currently completing her PhD in UK. Whilst graduating from IIHS with exceptional results, Ayodhya made her mark through academic research where she was selected to present at numerous national and international research conferences. The Advanced Diploma in Physiotherapy offered by IIHS guided Ayodhya in the direction of research where the young scholar learnt the fine art of linking theory to current evidence-based practice. To date, Ayodhya has represented the Physiotherapy and Trade Conference, (United Kingdom), Annual Global Health Conference (Singapore) and the World Physiotherapy Conference, (Singapore). Additionally, her research was selected to be presented in 2015 at the research conference by Sri Lanka Medical Association. Ayodhya’s research subsequently has been highlighted and published in numerous IIHS journals which has inspired many students to pursue similar ventures. Whilst proving to be one of the many all-rounder students of IIHS, to add to her list of accomplishments, the driven and talented 21-year-old excelled in sport and was also an active member of the Student’s Council at IIHS.
Mr. Kanchana Fernando
Programme: Bachelors in Physiotherapy
Status: IIHS and Metropolia University of Applied Sciences Alumnus, Registered Physiotherapist in Helsinki, Finland.
School: St. Joseph’s College Colombo
“I have received immense opportunities from IIHS, we had a great relationship with the lecturers and through that I have been able to achieve my research and academic goals. During my time at IIHS I was a member of the Sports Council and managed to learn the art of balancing my studies and extra-curricular activities. IIHS was a second home for me and it was the foundation for my career”
Kanchana Fernando graduated from Metropolia University of Applied Sciences and is currently employed in the city of Helsinki, Finland as a registered Physiotherapist. He is one of IIHS’s many exceptional students who not only excelled in academia but also possessed an illustrious personal life. Having entered IIHS as a teenager at the budding age of 19, He demonstrated that age should not stand as an obstacle when an individual is determined to achieve personal goals. His ambitious and vivacious personality allowed him to accomplish far more than a diploma in Physiotherapy. Kanchana exhibited great interest in the research field where he was able work on numerous events which yielded fascinating research articles and present it at national and international forums.
Ms. Krishmitha Maniwannan
Programme: Bachelor in Bio Medical Sciences
Status: IIHS & Murdoch University Alumnus
School: Lyceum International School.
“The most attractive part of studying at IIHS for me was the opportunity I got to participate in online based learning and exams. We have a unique E-Learning system that keeps a track of our learning and I feel that the learning at IIHS is very practical and the staff at IIHS prepare us for the real world. I had many friends at IIHS from Lyceum International School, Wattala. I am currently studying at Murdoc University, Western Australia completing the Bachelors in Medical Science degree and I know that my time at IIHS helped me throughout the transition for an international student life.”
Krishmitha is a 21-year-old Bio Medical Science student who aspires to complete the Bachelors in Medical Sciences degree in Murdoc University, Western Australia & also This programme will be a foundation for Medicine. During her time at IIHS young Krishmitha completed multiple research projects and presented her researches at national and international forums. She was also an active member of the IIHS Student Council which allowed her to display her vibrant personality
Mr. Devin Thillakasekera
Programme: Bachelor in Bio Medical Sciences
Status: IIHS & Deakin University Alumnus
School: St. Peter’s College – Colombo
“I joined IIHS to follow the Advanced Diploma in Bio Medical Science. During my time at IIHS I engaged in many community projects and I was also the President of the IIHS Student Council. The research and community projects helped me understand the health care gaps of the community and formulate solutions depending on their needs. In addition, I was a member of the IIHS Scientific Committee. I have completed 8 research projects and presented my work at ICMA 2018 and RuFARS 2018. I was awarded the Special Achievements Award in 2018 from IIHS”.
For further information on the programs that
IIHS has to offer students contact IIHS staff
on 0114651144 / 0768231827.