Peradeniya University introduces new conversion unit for three wheelers
One of the striking exhibits at the University of Peradeniya Research Excellence symposium was the introduction of an electrical conversion unit for three wheelers. This was the first time such a conversion unit, which has two rechargeable batteries, was introduced to the country. This conversion unit was the result of a research project conducted by [...]
An extra hour of school every Friday to complete syllabus: Ed. Ministry
The Education Ministry is to extend the school hours by one hour every Friday in the last term for this year to complete the syllabus. The final decision is to be taken tomorrow at a meeting presided over by Education Minister Dinesh Gunawardena. The decision is to be taken due to insufficient time to complete [...]
Lanka Nippon BizTech Institute to launch new university
The Lanka Nippon BizTech Institute (LNBTI) plans to establish a university in Sri Lanka based on language, Japanese culture and information technology and computer science. Professors with expertise in the relevant fields will come and interview the students and place them in jobs in Japan according to the relevant fields. All graduates here have the [...]
Teachers not given COVID-related special leave says union head
A leading teachers union has asked the Education Ministry to instruct provincial and zonal education authorities over leave granted to COVID-19 infected teachers or teachers who were under quarantine when schools were in session. In a letter to the Education Ministry Secretary, the Ceylon Teacher Services Union Secretary Mahinda Jayasinghe said despite a public administration [...]
Top researchers honoured at Peradeniya University research conference
Ten top researchers were felicitated as “Top 2% Researchers” at the University of Peradeniya Research Excellence Showcase 2020. The conference was held at the Joint Research and Demonstration Centre for Water Auditorium. The researchers felicitated were Prof. J.B. Ekanayake, Prof. C.B. Dissanayake, Prof. S.A.M. Kularatne, Prof. R.P.N.P. Rajapakse, Prof. B.E.P. Mendis and Prof. Nimal Senanayake. [...]
Possible collaboration discussed between Peradeniya University and US Ambassador
The Peradeniya University’s Vice Chancellor M. D. Lamawansa discussed with the United States Ambassador Julie J. Chung, about a possible US collaboration with the university. The discussion also centred on the progress of ongoing collaboration as well as possible future collaboration including research and academic collaboration and exchange especially in the fields of Arts and [...]
Children of estate workers invited to apply for scholarships
The Indian High Commission has invited applications from the children of estate workers, for scholarships by the Ceylon Estate Workers’ Education Trust (CEWET). These scholarships are available for G.C.E. Advanced Level, undergraduate courses and for students undergoing vocational and technical education in any Government Technical Colleges in Sri Lanka, the Indian High Commission said. Students [...]
Colombounilanka: An asteroid named after the University of Colombo
The International Astronomical Union (IAU) has officially named an asteroid to honour the University of Colombo. The asteroid named “Colombounilanka” last week was discovered by Dr. Nalin Samarasinha, who is a University of Colombo alumnus and fellow astronomer, Dr Tod Lauer in 2000 from the Kitt Peak National Observatory in Arizona, USA. Recently, after its [...]
Capacity building training courses for Lankan education professionals by India’s NITTR
India has facilitated five customised capacity building training courses for educational administrators, officials, curriculum developers and school heads by the National Institute of Technical Teachers Training and Research (NITTTR) Chennai under the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) programme. Around 200 Sri Lankan officials in the education sector are expected to benefit from these courses. [...]
SLTC Business School disrupts the corporate world’s top guns!
Emerging startup University, Sri Lanka Technological Campus (SLTC), the business school undergraduate students making inroads among the top business managers, showcasing their world-class business acumen. The team consists of inspiring undergraduate students representing different geographies and social strata of the country, yet they were the second to none in approach, knowledge, and attitude. The core [...]
SLTC wins big at NBE Awards 202
The Sri Lanka Technological Campus (SLTC) bagged a Merit award at the National Business Excellence Awards 2021 organized by the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka held on this month at BMICH Colombo. The award was collected by Eng. Ranjith Rubasinghe – Founder President/Chief Executive Officer on behalf of SLTC. The National Business Excellence [...]
Royal College emerges victorious at the Inter-School Debating Competition organised by APIIT Law School
Established in 1999, APIIT Sri Lanka is well known for its contribution to the higher education industry in Sri Lanka. With over 1,400 students in enrolment and an annual intake of over 500 students, the institute is one of the largest and oldest providers of foreign degree programmes in Sri Lanka. A reputed higher education [...]
AAT Sri Lanka bags three awards at the National Business Excellence Awards 2021
The Association of Accounting Technicians of Sri Lanka (AAT Sri Lanka) won the prestigious Gold Award under Associations and Societies Sector for the 8th consecutive year at the National Business Excellence Awards 2021 conducted by the National Chamber of Commerce Sri Lanka at the Awards Ceremony held on Tuesday, 22 March 2022. AAT was also [...]
Join the Only Canadian University Degree Programme in Sri Lanka at UCL Save up to 10 Millionin the May 2022 intake
Universal College Lanka (UCL), Sri Lanka’s premier transnational higher education provider announces the establishing ofan exclusive partnership with the prestigious Dalhousie University, a top ranked U15 research intensive university in Canada to offer the first and only Canadian 2+2 Degree programme in Sri Lanka. Sri Lankan students can now join the Summer 2022 Intake of [...]
World Class Higher Education at World’s Top Ranked Universities Made Affordable at UCL
Universal College Lanka (UCL), www.ucl.lkSri Lanka’s premier transnational higher education provider has benched marked itself in the education sector with World ranked Universities such as Monash University Australia, University of Central Lancashire, UK and Dalhousie University, Canada to provide exciting transnational education opportunities to Sri Lankan students.The cost-effective programmes are stylised to support parents in [...]
Unlimited skills of today and tomorrow
Robotics is the synergistic culmination of mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computers and intelligence, to make smart and efficient devices. Robotic systems can help various industries stay ahead of the competition, and improve our lifestyles. Hence, there is a great and increasing need for robotic systems as well as for engineers who can design and maintain [...]
SLIIT Career Guidance Unit ensure student access to career opportunities
As undergraduates complete their degrees, the ability to interact with leading prospective employers and plan career pathways are crucial to their future. Empowering students with perfect opportunities towards dream careers, the SLIIT Career Guidance Unit successfully organised a series of events recently with international ICT companies in attendance. The unique two-day ‘Career Expo’ initiative organised [...]
Gateway strengthens well being programmes through the MindUP curriculum
Student well-being has always taken centre stage in the holistic education milieu that is provided at Gateway College. The schools consider that well-being is a critical precondition for learning and as such, all aspects of well-being: psychological, social, cognitive and physical are addressed through a variety of activities that include the daily mindfulness programme and [...]
Pearson Edexcel providing the best support services to stakeholders in Sri Lanka
From London Examinations Board to Edexcel Examinations, Pearson has helped qualifications and examination services transform in to the most agile, learner friendly education organisation providing world class qualifications that help learners progress into the best universities worldwide. Pearson Edexcel qualifications and courseware are the most up to date, helping teachers and learners experience the most [...]
Another Successful Edex Expo
An Option for Everyone at NCHS The EDEX hybrid Expo 2022 was held from the 26th to 27th at the Royal College, Colombo 7 premises. The event was held both physically as well as virtually, enabling students to access the event from all over the island, and get their questions answered. The event was well [...]
Broaden your horizons at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo
The Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka, established in 1870, is the undisputed premier medical school in the country. The Faculty takes pride in its 150 years of history and tradition, and has the expertise, technology and resources to train post-graduates and other aspiring candidates in the health-related areas to meet the modern-day [...]
Role of Dietitians/ Nutritionists in the Health Care System emphasised
6th Annual Session of the Dietitians’ Association of Sri Lanka 6th Annual Sessions of the Dietitians Association of Sri Laka was held on 27th March 2022 at Hilton Residencies with the participation of its members, Dietitian /Nutritionists and intern Dietitians as well as representatives from the Nutrition field. Dr. Asela Gunawardena, Director General of Health [...]
New Generation Technology Company iGreenData in Melbourne recruits thirty-two Sri Lankan Software Engineers
Thirty-two highly skilled Software Engineers from Sri Lanka recruited on work permit by the new generation technology company iGreenData to work in Australia, visited the Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Melbourne recently. Commenced business in 2018 and headquartered in Melbourne, iGreenData is a company with a focus on Cloud, Data and Digital first solutions [...]
AOD Pro Saturday Programme launches as one time opportunity for professionals to formalise design qualifications
The pandemic has completely changed the playing field in which we work today, especially in Sri Lanka. For those of you finding that you’re stuck in a cyclic rut and wish to embark on something brand new or for those who realise they are in merchandising, product development and some form of design without formal [...]
SLUCSM Organized a Lenten programme for catholic students
Sri Lanka University Catholic Students’ Movement (SLUCSM) organised a Lenten programme for 34 catholic students who came by representing the state universities on 26th of March 2022, at Maggona Calvary premises. This programme was aimed to enlighten the students about the true meaning of lent. The introduction speech about the lent season was done by [...]
Prefects’ Investiture 2022 – Nakano College – Bandaragama
The prefects’ investiture 2022 of Nakano College, Bandaragama was held on 23rd March at Maithreee hall Bandaragama. The Chief Guest on the occasion was Mr. Upali Thalagala, Assistant Superintendent for Bandaragama Police division while the Guest of Honor was the Iranga Wedage, the wife of Senior Superintendent of police – Panadura division. Fifty three newly [...]
The British Council in partnership with HSBC, launches The English Communication Skills for Remote Delivery project
The English Communication Skills for Remote Delivery Project funded by HSBC and managed by the British Council was launched on the 21st of March 2022. This nine month-long project is to be delivered across the island, targeting English language secondary teachers and Regional English Support Centre mentors. The end objective is for the trained teachers [...]
“Accept, Love, Celebrate and Include” Autism Awareness Day 2022
Autism is a developmental disorder that affects a person’s ability to communicate and interact with others. Prevalence of autism is about 1.07% in Sri Lanka and there are about 70 million people with autism throughout the world. Characteristics and severity of autism vary from one individual to another, hence the condition is identified as autism [...]
MSI Colombo, The student’s choice after A/L’s for a recognised and affordable higher education
MSU made the top 601+ on the QS World University Rankings (WUR) 2022, which placed MSU among the top 47% of the world’s best universities. This also places MSU among the best top 10 universities in Malaysia. Other accolades garnered in four decades since MSU was founded include number 147th on QS Asia Rankings 2022, [...]
Naleen De Silva inducted as the new President of AAT Sri Lanka
Mr. Naleen Dhammika De Silva was inducted as the twelfth (12th) President of the Association of Accounting Technicians of Sri Lanka (AAT Sri Lanka) at the official ceremony held at the Auditorium of AAT Sri Lanka on 23rd March 2022, in the distinguished presence of professionals Mr. Sujeewa Rajapakse, Chairman of Peoples bank as the [...]
Rice without Chili Paste and Life without Acceptance
At a certain juncture in my life I realised that life is a battle which needs to be fought alone, without any expectations of help from others. It is indeed a blessing if you receive the support of others but it is utterly dangerous to live expecting others to help you. People are like the [...]
A NEW YEAR, A NEW START WITH NEW BUSINESS DEGREES FROM APIIT
With over two decades of proven excellence, APIIT Sri Lanka is a reputable higher education institution established in partnership with Staffordshire University in the UK and Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation in Malaysia. The institute is proud to have secured a position as the largest provider of foreign degree programmes in Sri Lanka, [...]