Schools take up cultivation
With concerns about a possible food scarcity, schools too have activated cultivation programmes. Students at Viharamahadevi Balika Vidyalaya in Colombo 10 seen preparing a plot to plant. Pic by Indika Handuwala.
Recruitment of graduate teachers put on hold
The recruitment of 22,000 graduates for the teaching service has been put on hold pending Cabinet approval in view of a recent Government decision to suspend recruitment to the public sector. The Education Ministry will shortly seek approval to go ahead with the recruitment programme, and will also ask the Government if it will release [...]
Agro Technology and Rural Sciences Institute Ordinance amended
The University of Colombo’s Institute for Agro Technology and Rural Sciences Ordinance of 2008 has been amended. According to the Amendments gazette, the Director will be the principal executive officer and the principal the academic officer of the institute—he will also be an ex-officio member of the board, the academic syndicate and all boards of [...]
Daily allowance for school meals increases, Ed. Ministry calls for aid
The Education Ministry is to appeal for international assistance to keep the school meal alive by increasing the meal allowance. Accordingly, the Ministry is seeking to increase the daily allowance from Rs. 30 a day to Rs. 60 or Rs. 70 taking into consideration the increasing cost of food prices. Education Ministry sources said they [...]
Ed. Ministry promises to speed up land deal for Moratuwa University’s medical faculty
This week, the Education Ministry assured the Committee of Public Enterprises (COPE) that it will work with relevant institutions to speed up the process of purchasing a land for Moratuwa University’s medical faculty. The lack of space for the medical faculty was raised when the 2019-2020 Auditor General report of the Moratuwa University was taken [...]
More opportunities for youth to explore and develop leadership potential through AIESEC
AIESEC, a global platform for young people to explore and develop their leadership potential by going on a volunteering or internship exchange has provided Sri Lankan youth with opportunities to gain vast experience. AIESEC Sri Lanka conducted its national event marking the largest youth leadership development conference recently. The three-day conference laid the foundation for [...]
Scholarships from Thailand’s Chulabhorn Graduate Institute available
The Chulabhorn Graduate Institute in Thailand has offered post-graduate scholarships for the 2023 academic year. The Chulabhorn Graduate Institute (CGI) is a multidisciplinary post-graduate academic institute which was established in 2005. The CGI is presently offering programmes leading to Master’s and Doctoral Degrees in Applied Biological Sciences such as Environmental Health, Environmental Toxicology and the [...]
Another milestone for Rev. Fr. Victor Silva: A Ph.D. in education
Rev. Fr. Victor Silva reached another milestone in his illustrious academic career after successfully completing his doctoral studies in education from the University of Azteca in Mexico, through Standard Institute of Business Management (SIBM) in Battaramulla. After obtaining a Baccalaureate in Theology (B.Th.) from the University of Urbania in Rome, he pursued his studies to [...]
Untrained teachers and teacher assistants invited to participate in training courses
The Education Ministry has invited applications from non-graduate, untrained teachers who have fulfilled the criteria for the 2020/2021 academic year to follow courses at teacher training colleges. Teachers and teacher assistants who have not yet completed training, can send their applications to “Education Director, Teacher Education Administration Branch, Education Ministry, Isurupaya, Battaramulla” by registered post. [...]
Education reforms should be introduced from pre-school level onwards says Ed. Minister
Education Minister Dr. Susil Premajayantha has suggested that educational reforms should be introduced from pre-school level upwards. The minister made these comments during a meeting held at the premises of the skills development, vocational education, research and innovations state ministry, recently. He said the entire education sector must be restructured and a complete change must [...]
Learning equipment handed over to Talawakelle school
With the financial support of the Hatton Photographic Society, the Kotagala Teachers Welfare society and other well wishers donated learning equipment to a school in Talawakelle recently. Pix by P.Thiru kethees
‘Kuweni, the eternal woman’ – University of Moratuwa brings folklore to fashion
‘Folklore’ is a valuable source of knowledge that is rooted in human experience and continues to be orally transmitted among generations of people. Even today, ‘folklore’ possesses an important place in the history of society as an important and well-acclaimed module of exploring the cultural heritage of a nation. In Sri Lanka, which is a [...]
AAUP Colombo Chapter donates medical consumables
Medical consumables, worth Rs. 2m was donated to the Teaching Hospital in Peradeniya on June 2. This was coordinated by the Alumni Association of the University Peradeniya Colombo Chapter (AAUP) under the leadership of President Vipula Jayampathi. The Vice Chancellor of the University of Peradeniya, Prof. M. D. Lamawansa, the directors of the hospital [...]
Egyptian Ambassador agrees to renew Orabi Pasha Memorial prize
Egyptian Ambassador Maged Mosleh agreed to renew the Orabi Pasha Memorial prize which was presented at the Kingswood College prize giving years ago. It was pointed out to the Ambassador that the prize was awarded in the memory of Ahmed ʻUrabi or Orabi Pasha, whose sons were educated at Kingswood College during the time he [...]
Gateway Graduate School delivers Internationally recognised Pearson Edexcel, Cambridge and Microsoft Teaching qualifications
With the advancement of private education, teaching is emerging as an attractive career in Sri Lanka and the world over. In addition to being a rewarding career, teaching is considered by many as a profession that provides a good work-life balance. One of the main draw backs for young aspirants in taking to teaching has [...]
O/L is just the First Benchmark of Success!
Enroll your son or daughter in the UCL International Foundation Programme! With change being the only constant in life, and the country facing an uncertain time, parents and students are embracing change positively and are taking practical steps to ensure their children are educated in a fast and cost-effective manner. Parents can save millions of [...]
Practicality and Prestige Combined in the UCLan Degrees at UCL
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) degrees offer the best options this June/July with pending A/L results! Your future is assured atUniversal College Lanka (UCL), www.ucl.lkSri Lanka’s premier transnational higher education provideras we ensure guaranteed jobs to our graduates in top corporates, inclusive of exciting internships in the 3rd year. Transfer option to the prestigious University of [...]
Realize your Canadian Higher Education Dream with the Dalhousie University Degrees in IT at UCL
Merit based Scholarship offers for the July intake 2022 for students after A/Ls Canada offers an outstanding quality of education that is affordable. Its popularity surged among international students worldwide as a destination that offers the best quality of life – and is consistently ranked #1 best country for quality of life over the years. [...]
How UTS College Sri Lanka sets students up for success
What to expect in your first semester at UTS College Sri Lanka With Orientation commencing at UTS College Sri Lanka on 1st July, and a new semester beginning on 4th July, prospective students and their families may be wondering what kind of experiences that first semester might hold. How does UTS College Sri Lanka lay [...]
Towards a robust and reputable non-state higher education sector – SLANSHEI holds its AGM 2022
Sri Lanka Association of Non- State Higher Education Institutes (SLANSHEI) held its annual general meeting on 30 March 2022. SLANSHEI Strategic Plan 2022 – 2025 which focuses on developing the non-state higher education sector in Sri Lanka to be one of the most robust and reputable in the region was adopted at the AGM. SLANSHEI [...]
Graduate from America with NCHS
Nishel Archana Thathsarani De Silva, a past pupil of Gateway College, Colombo is about to transfer for her degree completion in Engineering Technology, at the University of North Alabama (UNA). Nishel enrolled at NCHS in 2021, and successfully completed her foundation, leading to her degree completion in America. “Nawaloka College has paved the way as [...]
Make your organisation grow with effective communication
How do organisations in Sri Lanka go forward as they grapple with the challenges of myriad challenges in the current context? It is clearer than ever now that staff are the most valuable resource of any organisation. Staff at all levels need to be extra smart, work extra hard and shine for organisational survival and [...]
A network monitoring system for intensive care mechanical ventilation treatment
A mechanical ventilator is a machine that takes over the work of breathing when a person is not able to breathe enough on their own. It is a form of life support as it provides breathing support for respiratory failure patients in the hospital. However, mechanical ventilation treatment is challenging to manage due to variable [...]
Monash University Partners with Prospects College for Early Childhood and Primary Education Degree Pathway
Monash University, Melbourne, Australia, recently entered into a partnership with Prospects College of Higher Education (PCHE) to provide a credit transfer pathway for students who have successfully completed a Diploma in Early Childhood Education, awarded by Prospects College of Higher Education (PCHE). Under this articulation agreement, students will receive credit transfer for six modules for [...]
Enroll for the Deakin University Degree pathway in Psychology @ PCHE
After A/L’s Prospects College of Higher Education (PCHE) in partnership with Deakin University Melbourne, Australia, now offers a degree pathway in Psychology for students who have completed their A/L’s. Under this arrangement, students can commence their studies at PCHE Colombo, Sri Lanka, and upon successful completion of 1 year, transfer to Deakin University Australia to [...]
Horizon Campus, Sri Lanka Introduces a Degree Pathway Programme in an Exclusive Partnership with La Trobe University, Australia
Students based in Sri Lanka will have an opportunity to study Business, IT and Engineering at La Trobe University, Australia, without leaving their home country, as part of a new partnership with Horizon Campus, a leading Non-state Higher Education institution in the country. The students will commence a one-year diploma in Sri Lanka in August [...]
Deakin graduates celebrate their achievement
The pandemic meant many graduates were not able to travel and attend their respective graduation ceremonies. This was true for Deakin graduates also, given the lengthy closure of the Australian borders. To celebrate the achievement, Deakin University organised a celebratory dinner on the 31st of March 2022 at the Cinnamon Grand Colombo. It was an [...]
NCHS invites you for the 2022 Interschool IoT competition – INCOHST
Are you ready for the Future? Pretty much any object can be transformed into an ‘Internet of Things’ device, if it is connected and thereafter controlled by the internet. For instance, a lightbulb that is switched on using a smartphone app is an IoT device. Similarly, an automated pet feeder controlled by your smartphone, or [...]
Sri Lanka celebrates National Marketing Day with marketing guru Phillip Kotler in attendance
Sri Lanka celebrated its inaugural National Marketing Day on the 27th of May with a mark of respect to Professor Philip Kotler, known as the ‘Father of Modern Marketing’ for his great contribution to the subject domain of marketing. Professor Philip Kotler is well respected for his involvement in making the world aware that the subject [...]
AIS student selected to Harvard Summer School
Chathma Punchihewa of Asian International School has been chosen to attend a pre-college programme at Harvard University this summer. The pre-college programme at Harvard University is designed for high school students who have excelled in academics and extra-curricular activities. It is a demanding and rigorous summer programme which encourages responsible planning in line with their [...]
Bristol Institute gathers momentum as a leading institute producing top leadership talent for the nation
With the goal of preparing principled leaders that will have a positive influence on the country’s businesses, Bristol Institute that launched the highly ranked MBA programme from the University of the West of England, recently concluded their 11th intake with a record number of students signing up for the programme. Launched just three years ago, [...]
A Guaranteed Pathway through NCHS
With a rich history of over 100 years, Swinburne University continues to be a leader in the fields of science, technology and innovation, producing cutting edge research and outstanding industry-oriented graduates each year. The university is well known for its student centric approach, and commitment to creating employable graduates. The university has made news this [...]
How to Become a Gemmologist with Gem-A
Gem-A (Gemmological Association of Great Britain) The Gemmological Association of Great Britain, or Gem-A, is the world’s longest established provider of gem and jewellery education. The Gemmology Diploma evolved from the first gem course proposed for the UK jewellery trade in 1908, and the prestigious Gemmology and Diamonds Diplomas taught in seven different languages and [...]
Happiness Salad & Misery Mojito
Honesty is the main ingredient in my happiness salad because the need to be dishonest arises when you attempt to display a false identity. In other words it arises when you create a fake identity which is not yourself but what you want others to notice in you in order to be recognised and accepted. [...]
SLIIT Open Days for Postgraduate intake 2022 showcase exciting pathways for academic development
SLIIT is set to host Postgraduate Open Days for the 2022 June intake offering students the perfect opportunity to discover multiple pathways for academic development. Scheduled for the 17th and 19th of June at the SLIIT Metro and Malabe Campuses respectively, students will be provided insight into the range of postgraduate and PhD course options. [...]
ICLP Certificate Course in Commercial Law
The Institute for the Development of Commercial Law and Practice (ICLP) has initiated a Certificate on Commercial Law for the first time, focusing on the various aspects of Commercial Law commencing from 18th March 2022 to 10th September 2022. The 102 hours’ course is conducted on Saturdays from 9Am to 1.15pm via MS Teams. The [...]
Brightly College Open Day sheds light on its revolutionary STEAM+ approach: leads the vital realignment of Sri Lanka’s education philosophy starting with A Levels
In March 2022, the launch of Brightly College signified a ground-breaking transformation in the education landscape of Sri Lanka, where the pioneering academic institution pledged to introduce to the country a visionary pedagogical model – one that educates and hones resilient, goal-oriented young men and women of tomorrow. What Brightly College offers is a future-forward [...]
SLTC Special Convocation 2021 for the School of Engineering
Sri Lanka Technological Campus (SLTC) celebrates a special convocation for the School of Engineering, where a batch of 61 graduates took the ceremonial handshake as they were conferred the Bachelor of Science Honors degree from the Sri Lanka Technological Campus. This significant convocation was held at BMICH on 30th of May 2022 with the presence [...]
New Year Celebration of little Victorians
The Sinhala and Tamil New Year celebration of Our Lady of Victories convent primary school in Moratuwa was held on May 4 at the school premises to pass on cultural values to the next generation. The primary students participated in various activities and enjoyed their day. Dancing items and the “onchili waram” added more colour [...]
The Annual Price Giving of OLV, Moratuwa
The annual prize giving of Our Lady of Victories Convent in Moratuwa for the years 2019/2020 was held on May 6. A distinguished past pupil, Mrs. Pavitra Wickramasuriya, Head of the productivity and quality centre at NIBM graced the occasion as the chief guest. Prizes were awarded only for the best results at public examinations [...]
Institute of Chemistry Ceylon proudly declares the 47th batch of Diploma in Laboratory Technology Diplomates
The provisional results of the 47th batch of Diploma in Laboratory Technology (Subject to the confirmation by the Academic Board and the Council of the Institute of Chemistry Ceylon) were released recently producing an overall number of 51 diplomates which consists of 43 Diploma in Laboratory Technology diplomates and 8 Diploma in Laboratory Technology in [...]
Outsmart the rest – Join with GISM Campus for your New Zealand higher education dream come true
Who we are? The Graduate Institute of Science and Management (GISM Campus) is a leading higher education institute that offers numerous internationally recognised degrees in both undergraduate and postgraduate levels in collaboration with prestigious Massey University in New Zealand. GISM provides potential students with over 25 major pathways to choose in Engineering, Business, IT, Construction, [...]