Student unions protest at Jaffna campus
Student union members of the Jaffna University protest in front of the campus over the failure of the university administration to conduct student council elections. Pic by Romesh Madhushanka
UGC seeks to regain authority over non-State higher education institutions: Chairman
The University Grants Commission (UGC) plans to request the Government to regain authority to regulate non-State universities. While the UGC previously had powers to regulate non-State higher education institutions, these powers were given to the Higher Education Ministry, at the time S.B. Dissanayake was the subject minister. “The UGC has met most of the key [...]
Education Co-operative Society employees threaten to launch strike
Education Co-operative Society employees are threatening to launch trade union action, and halt financial services provided to more than 220,000 education sector employees. This week, the Education Co-operative Trade Union Confederation held a token strike as their Rs 10,000 allowances have not been granted since 2018. They demanded authorities to provide the Rs. 5000 offered [...]
New national university for nurses in May
The Higher Education Act will see amendments to establish a national university for nurses in May this year, an official of the University Grants Commission said recently. This was announced at a meeting between President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and health and education sector officials this week, due to issues faced by nurses in the country. President [...]
Ninth national conference of the APLA held at Nelum Pokuna
The All Island Professional Lecturers’ Association held its 9th national conference under the patronage of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre in Colombo this week. The All Island Professional Lecturers’ Association (APLA) is an organisation which was founded in 2004 by a group of tuition teachers from all over Sri Lanka. [...]
Ed. Ministry and UGC to reduce waiting time for university admission
The Education Ministry has drawn plans to reduce the waiting period for university admissions from this year onwards, a senior ministry official said. The plan, when implemented, will enable the authorities to complete University admissions in three to four months after the G.C.E. A/L exams have ended. This would effectively mean that the waiting period [...]
BA Honours in Japanese now offered at J’Pura University
The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura has launched a new degree programme: the Bachelor of Arts Honours in Japanese A ceremony was organised by the faculty this week, at the Sri Sumangala Auditorium of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, as part of the series of events [...]
Tech parks to be built in Galle, Kurunegala, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya and Habarana
The Government is planning to construct five Technology Parks in the island, with the aim of building cultural technological innovation in line with the National Policy Framework ‘Vistas of Prosperity and Splendour’, an official from the President’s office said. The parks will be located in Galle, Kurunegala, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya and Habarana. Among the objective [...]
Prof. J. E. Jayasuriya: the epitome of Sri Lankan Education Philosophy
It is an honour to write about this unparalleled educationist whose service to Sri Lankan education is unprecedented. His service to education starts with being the founder Principal of Dharmapala Vidyalaya Pannipitiya in 1940. After a long career in various educational institutions, he ended up as the Faculty of Education Dean at the University of [...]
University of Peradeniya Convocation from Feb 22 – 24
The 82nd convocation of the University of Peradeniya will be held under strict health guidelines from February 22 to 24 at the campus gymnasium. More than 3500 graduates will receive their qualifications at the convocation. The convocation will be presided by University Chancellor K.M. de Silva and Vice-Chancellor M. D. Lamawansa, Deputy Vice Chancellor S. [...]
Annual Dhamma School Teachers exam to be held on June 18
The Government has decided to hold the annual Dhamma School Teachers Certificate Examination on June 18, a senior official of the Buddhasasana Ministry said recently. The exam, which was due to be held during years 2020 and 2021, was cancelled due to the COVID -19 pandemic. Therefore the Buddhist Affairs Department will be allowing all [...]
A stepping stone in higher education history: Japura Masters’ Alumni Association
It is critical to an institution’s success to build an engaged, supportive alumni network. Graduates’ understanding of the university will get stale if communication stops once they leave the institution. Instead, they should be constantly updated so that they may remain interested and informed about the university’s progress. Both the university and the alumni benefit [...]
One Qualification, Many Destinations
Australian College of Business and Technology (ACBT), the pioneer in providing International Higher Education in Sri Lanka since 1998,has started enrollments for its new batch of International University Foundation Programme exclusively meant for students who wish to sit for GCE O/L Examination in 2022. This International University Foundation Program is an excellent opportunity for students [...]
Gateway College Partners Oxford University Press to Launch Maths Olympiad
Gateway College and Oxford University Press (OUP) have joined hands to introduce the Gateway Oxford Maths Olympiad (GOMO) this month, aimed at developing a culture appreciative of mathematics and further raising the overall standard of the subject within the Gateway group of schools. Gateway College will work closely with the Sri Lanka Olympiad Mathematics Foundation [...]
Dilith tells APIIT MBA’s.
“I am disappointed and very deeply hurt….!” At last week’s APIIT MBA Diaries – the most sought after weekly chat with the movers and shakers in the corporate world of Sri Lanka, media tycoon Dilith Jayaweera of Derana fame said ‘ I am disappointed and deeply hurt’ responding to the question by Dr Rohantha Athukorala [...]
Outcome – Based Learning at NIBM for Moulding T-Shaped Skills
Outcome-Based Learning (OBL) describes an educational model which assumes that a predetermined outcome should guide the entire learning process. OBL is focused on developing Technical Competencies (TC) as well as Career Readiness Competencies (CRC.) Further, it assesses the real learning experience that a learner goes through in each domain. The basic premise of OBL is [...]
Your Best Route to University after O/L’s
AnInternationally Recognized Qualification that readies you for University, only at APIIT If you’ve completed your O/L’s the question of ‘what next?’ can be quite daunting. Options such as foundation programmes, starting employment, completing A/L’s or migration inundate the media, making the ‘right choice’ that much more difficult! Whatever you choose will change the course of your [...]
Australian Qualification in Aged Care right here in Sri Lanka
One of the fastest growing economic sectors in the world that provides opportunities worldwide Australasian Academy (AA) is the only private higher education institution in Sri Lanka to offer an Australian Aged Care course. In partnership with Australian National Institute of Business and Technology (ANIBT) one of the leading and well established higher educational institutions in [...]
AIESEC in University of Sri Jayewardenepura conducts flagship leadership development seminar for 10th consecutive time
AIESEC in University of Jayewardenepura successfully conducted JXLDS 10.0, the tenth iteration of its annual leadership development seminar, at Laya Leisure, Kukuleganga, on January 22 and 23. The two-day conference, which is targeted for the entity’s membership and has helped bring forth leaders from within its ranks for a decade now, comprised various sessions conducted [...]
Develop Your Potential as Global Business Leader with the Global MBA offered by UK’s Solent University and BCAS Campus
Global MBA is one of the programmes awarded by Solent University. It’s a premium Master’s being offered. The global MBA is structured in accordance with the emerging demands in the corporate world. It is globally aimed at enhancing skills and knowledge at higher level for fast career development. The MBA is suitable for those who [...]
ALPHA BUSINESS SCHOOL SELECTED BY TOP PERFORMERS IN SCHOOLS ACROSS THE COUNTRY
Alpha Business School, one of Sri Lanka’s Approved ACCA Tuition Providers and ACCA licensed CBE centres has been the recipient of many awards and accolades since their inception in 2018. Their range of achievements include in becoming the first institute offering the entire ACCA qualification to commence online classes amidst the pandemic in 2020, followed by [...]
Top Universities to Compete in the CFA Institute Research Challenge Local Finals hosted by CFA Society Sri Lanka
CFA Society Sri Lanka announced the selection of the top 4 teams for the local finals of the CFA Institute Research Challenge competition. This year, the CFA Institute Global Research Challenge competition will be held in New York City on 22nd April 2022. The winning team of the local finals will advance to the sub-regional [...]
Is the Pearson HND the wisest choice after A/L’s?
PEARSON BTEC HND programme is a holistic learning experience that uses the subject fundamentals and theories for students to hone their skills through practical experience. Be it receiving the most suitable higher education in Sri Lanka, gathering skills for immediate employment or building the right foundation to complete higher education overseas all whilst saving time [...]
Meet Excelsia College, Sydney at the IDP Australian Education Fair February 26
Excelsia College want to help students achieve their goals of studying abroad and the opportunity is presented to aspiring students in Sri Lanka to meet with Excelsia College representative at the IDP Australian Education Fair 2022 to be held at Taj Samudra Hotel on February 26, 2022 from 11 am to 4 pm. IDP Education, [...]
IIHS bolsters Sri Lanka’s Healthcare Industry with over 2000 Graduates
Renowned for transforming the Sri Lankan education sphere into a regional educational hub for healthcare professionals, the International Institute of Health Science (IIHS), Sri Lanka’s premier healthcare education institute, successfully achieved another milestone when over 2000 healthcare professionals including 500 nurses graduated recently. The Healthcare graduates had followed programmes in nursing, physiotherapy, bio-medical science, health [...]
FREE Seminar Series on New Zealand Education
Graduate Institute of Science and Management, the only partner campus in Sri Lanka for Massey University, New Zealand which is among top 300 universities world-wide, hosting a New Zealand Higher Education Awareness Programme for the Sri Lankan Students and Parents for FREE OF CHARGE. Study, Work & Live in New Zealand We will discuss 7 [...]
Paving new horizons and opportunities in the legal profession – Horizon Campus offers the Bachelor of Law (LLB) from the University of London
Building on their strong tradition of offering modern, flexible, practical degrees which provides a rigorous academic education, Horizon Campus which offers the Bachelor of Law (LLB) from the University of London, has been developing well qualified lawyers for the legal profession in the country and has gained the reputation of offering one of the most acclaimed [...]
CA Sri Lanka kicks off Advanced Certificate Course on Data Analytics to enable better decision makers
Having understood the increasing importance of data analytics and the key role it plays in helping organisations make better decisions, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) recently launched the Advanced Certificate Course on Data Analytics. The inaugural batch, which was a sell-out, was launched under the patronage of Mr. Heshana [...]
Inter University Debating Competition 2022 organised by the Institute of Chemistry Ceylon
The Inter University Debating Competition organised by the Institute of Chemistry Ceylon (IChemC) was held on the 12th of February 2022 at the IChemC headquarters. Chemistry undergraduates representing universities from all over the island including University of Jaffna, University of Peradeniya, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, University of Ruhuna, South Eastern University of Sri Lanka and [...]
From three wheels to three degrees
In Cincinnati, USA, lives a humble man. He was a tuk driver and a family man who was an A/L arts student. Now, he is an eminent chemist and PhD student at the University of Cincinnati, making scientific breakthroughs. His name is Mr. Janaka Kaviraj, a graduate of College of Chemical Sciences (CCS), Institute of [...]
Goodness is an Enemy of Greatness
Chaminda Vaas was one of my batch mates at St. Joseph’s College, he was one bowler we all feared the most. His overs went for very few runs that he easily demolished the opponent into a helpless situation. Even though he knew he was really good, we used to see him bowling the nets with [...]
SLIM inaugurates Agri Saviya: Nurturing the Agricultural Sector from the Grassroots
The Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM) inaugurated the first batch of 40 students of Sri Lanka’s first agri business management and entrepreneurial programme recently in Grand Kandyan Hotel in Kandy. The Certificate in Agri Business and Entrepreneurship (CABE) programme is the first-of-its-kind qualification available in Sri Lanka. The coloruful grand launch took place under [...]
Presentation of CMA Sri Lanka Annual Report and Certified Management Accountant Journal to General Daya Ratnayake, Secretary to the Ministry of Industries by Prof Lakshman R Watawala President CMA
Prof. Lakshman R Watawala President CMA Sri Lanka presented the CMA Sri Lanka Annual Report and Certified Management Accountant Journal to General Daya Ratnayake, former Commander of the Sri Lanka Army and currently Secretary to the Ministry of Industries and prior to that Chairman of Sri Lanka Ports Authority. Gen.Ratnayake’s interview was published in the [...]
SLIIT to host hybrid Open Week from March 13 – 19 showcasing vast study options to broaden students’ horizons
SLIIT is set to host a unique hybrid Open Week including a ‘Virtual event’ and an ‘On Campus Tour’ from 13-19 March, showcasing glimpses of the Institute’s educational opportunities, international transfer options and networks, employment opportunities, and engagement activities, focussing on broadening students’ academic horizons. The Virtual Open Day is set for 13th March 2022, [...]
IDP brings home the biggest Australian Education Fair on Feb 26
IDP Education, the global leader in international education placement services is bringing together close to 30 world-class Australian universities on February 26, (11 am to 4 pm) at the Taj Samudra Hotel, Colombo, to support and guide Sri Lankan students aspiring to study in Australia. Mr. Ravi Chandran – Country Director said, at this event, [...]
Foreign Medical Education for the Lowest cost through REC Campus
The Best Foreign Education Provider in Sri Lanka The universities represented by REC Campus are recognized by Sri Lanka Medical Council (SLMC) and other medical bodies in the USA, UK, Australia and EU. The parents have the opportunity to select a university according to their affordability and there is no difference on recognition and the [...]
WITH H-INDEX REACHING 332 ANOTHER MILESTONE FOR SLIIT
As one of the most well-reputed and well-recognised non-state higher educational institutes in the country, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT) is often applauded for its immense contribution towards building a knowledgeable society and fostering work-ready graduates by its practical-oriented, globally-recognised degree programmes. A testimony to the unmatched and unparallelled quality of the education [...]
The Institute of Lean Management (ILM), THE FIRST SHINGO LICENSED AFFILIATE IN SRI LANKA
The leading lean management institute in Sri Lanka which established in 2009 was recognised by the Shingo institute in USA, the global leader for Operational Excellence and nominated ILM as the first Shingo Licensed Affiliate in Sri Lanka. This initiative will be a great support to Sri Lankan industries to reach world class manufacturing status. [...]
MSI COLOMBO OPENS ADMISSIONS FOR UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES
When choosing which higher education institutions to enrol, it can be easy to get distracted by the old guard: those institutions that have been around for centuries, and that dominate the upper echelons such as Oxford, Cambridge, Harvard and Princeton spring to mind. But many other higher education institutions also deserve your attention, Management and [...]
Get Trained for Success in Sales with Powerful Pitching
Reaching and exceeding sales targets and ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction is challenging. The challenge is more so with the Covid 19 crisis. Staff need to work extra hard and be extra smart to shine in the new normal. Rainbow Institute of Communication, which has been at the helm of corporate training in [...]
ANC-MMI Successful Book Week for Pre-School kids
Modern Montessori International (MMI) educates Pre-school kids the value of reading books during the ‘Book Week’ which was held from 24th to 26th of January 2022. “Book Week” is designed to encourage children to read and covers reading time, puppets, story time and the participation of parents in reading to the children. The 3-day Book [...]