“English is simple” project launched by NSB
The National Savings bank with the support ofthe Education Ministry initiated a sustainable development project under the theme “English is simple.” The project focuses on English education enhancement for school children in grades eight, nine, 10 and 11 of selected 81schools. The goal of the programme is to reach sustainable development by providing inclusive and [...]
Int. schools to come under scrutiny from next year onwards: Ed. Minister
National Education Commission officials asked to set standards A mechanism to monitor international schools will be introduced by the Education Ministry next year, Minister Susil Premajayantha said recently. The National Education Commission has been instructed to set the standards for international schools to obtain registration. Accordingly standards of the management, facilities, qualification of teachers and [...]
New loan facility for university students
A loan of up to Rs. 800,000 will be facilitated for students who wish to continue their tertiary education in non-governmental higher education institutions, a Government official said recently. Accordingly around 131,000 students who qualify to enter the 15 state universities but cannot be granted admission will be granted a loan up of up to Rs. [...]
KDU to sign two MoUs to further higher education
The Cabinet has approved the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU), the Institute for Research and Development in Health and Social Care in Sri Lanka and the University of Keele in the United Kingdom. The proposal, drafted including the observations of the External Resources Department, Foreign Affairs [...]
Choices Galore with NCUK at APIIT
Don’t limit yourself to one university! NCUK International Year One The NCUK International Year One is a first-year undergraduate equivalent programme that builds students’ knowledge and skills. It prepares and qualifies students for entry to the second year of undergraduate courses offered by NCUK universities. NCUK guarantees students a place on a programme of study [...]
Three academic prizes for thera
Ven. Kusaldhamma P. theraof the Malwatta Maha Vihare was awarded three prizes— the Agnas Batuwantudawa Prize for Pali, Woodward Prize for Pali and the Sri Saddharma Pirivena Prizes for Pali and Buddhist studies—for his high competency in Pali and for obtaining the highest aggregate marks obtained in Pali and Buddhist studies. He was presented these awards [...]
Active measures to combat malnutrition in the works
Recent measures taken to fight malnutrition among schoolchildren were explained by Education Minister Susil Premajayatha this week in Parliament. He said chronic malnutrition increased by 0.8% in 2020, since 2018. The Minister expected an increase in the issue, due to the economic crisis, which could be confirmed if the medical examination was held as scheduled [...]
Only trained youth to be recruited as teachers
Only trained young personnel who undergo a training in the state teacher training institutions will be recruited for the teaching profession, an Education Ministry official said this week. Recruiting personnel below 45 years of age with high salaries had proved futile and a burden to the already cash strapped Government, the Ministry official said. Moreover, quoting Education [...]
WE Connect International hosts event to empower women entrepreneurs
WE Connect International hosted an all-day event with investment readiness and business resilience training, a supplier diversity and inclusion roundtable and a corporate matchmaking session for more than 100 women business owners in Sri Lanka. The special event was part of the “Women’s Empowerment through Economic Inclusion” project funded by the United States’ Department of [...]
Official Languages Day celebrated with essay competition
In 2019, the Government of Sri Lanka declared the first day of the month of July every year as the Official Languages Day and the first week of the month from July 1 to July 5 as the Official Languages Week. Thereafter, to educate people on the Official Languages Policy, many programmes were implemented on the [...]
‘Read Books. Dream Big!’ by Room to Read: Promoting the habit of reading
On behalf of International Literacy Day this year, Room to Read Sri Lanka launched a campaign titled ‘Read Books. Dream Big!’ in various parts of the country. This campaign includes a series of read-aloud sessions for students in non-Room to Read schools, reading books published by Room to Read. These sessions will be carried out [...]
UTS foundation opens a world of study opportunities
UTS Foundation Studies offers many exciting choices for students in Sri Lanka Students in Sri Lanka who have their O-Levels and a desire to study at a leading Australian university can establish a firm foundation for their education right here in Colombo. UTS Foundation Studies is a highly regarded qualification around the world and is [...]
‘Drama teaches students to push their own boundaries’
Tracy Jayasinghe is an actor and teacher. She has qualifications in theatre from The University of Tasmania and LAMDA, UK. She has been teaching the IGCSE Drama course at Elizabeth Moir School, for the past 3 years. Q : Drama is seen by some as a ‘soft’ subject. How do you think students benefit rom [...]
CMA Sri Lanka offers Diploma qualification in Accounting & Business Management for students after A/L
Marking another landmark in its journey in professional accounting education in Sri Lanka, the Institute of Certified CMA Sri Lanka is awarding the Diploma in Accounting & Business Management programme accredited at NVQ Level 06 – ‘Higher National Diploma’ in Accounting by the Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC). The Institute of Certified Management Accountants [...]
Imperial Institute of Higher Education (IIHE) signs up with the Northern Consortium UK (NCUK)
To offer Sri Lankan Students guaranteed access to universities worldwide Colombo, 26th August 2022 Imperial Institute of Higher Education (IIHE) has collaborated with NCUK to offer Sri Lankan Students guaranteed access to leading universities worldwide via the NCUK International foundation Year. IIHE and NCUK will help students improve their academic and English language skills in [...]
Diverse range of UCL Scholarships pave the way for Outstanding Students to pursue World-Class degrees in Sri Lanka
UCL announces the Scholarship offers up to 50% in Academics, Sports, Leadership and Extra-Curricular Activities for the 2022 intake! UCL, the premier transnational higher education provider in Sri Lanka invites outstanding students to join its halls of learning, encompassing student-centric programmes at their state-of-the art campus to continue their academic excellence and winning sporting prowess. UCL [...]
Join Curtin Colombo Open Day – 24 September
Curtin Colombo, the latest addition to Curtin University’s global operations, is now offering its pioneering courses to students in Sri Lanka and the region. In recent years, Curtin University has achieved its highest-ever result in the QS World University Rankings by rising to 193rd globally and continues to be positioned in the top 1% of [...]
SLIIT Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering provides pathways to develop professional and pioneering engineers
The SLIIT Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) strives to shine as a leading platform to provide students pathways to become skilled, professional and pioneering engineers, driving the industry to new dimensions. As the oldest department in the SLIIT Faculty of Engineering, the Department, established in 2009, has earned the reputation of producing engineers [...]
Padlock your Gates to Peace Stealers
Once there was a person who used to constantly come into my office and say so many disturbing things such as “well you know Mr. Philip, that person said this bad thing about you, and this person said that bad thing about you, this is what they think about you”. He used to come out [...]
Nurturing a Culture of Kindness
Nawaloka College of Higher Education As Sri Lanka faces one disaster after another, it is essential that we all band together and do our part. The need to inculcate values such as empathy and kindness are needed now more than ever. The NCHS team came together and assisted in flood relief in the Kadiyanlena and [...]
University of Lynchburg recognized for best value and social mobility
The University of Lynchburg is a nationally recognised American private university where students gain a greater heart for humanity and a mindset of individual growth. Here, thought-provoking learning ignites change in each individual, and the world. U.S. News & World Report and the Princeton Review recognize the university as one of the best institutions of [...]
APIIT SIGNS MoU WITH NESTLÉ LANKA PLC FOR APIIT Athwel
The inaugural APIIT Athwel, project by APIIT Business School in collaboration with Nestlé Lanka PLC aims to uplift the business of small-scale traders and enterprises. The collaboration was formalised with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two institutions on the 5th of September 2022, with Dr. Hasuli Perera, Head of APIIT [...]
SLIM receives accreditation by CPD – UK
The Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM) became an accredited global training provider of “Continuing Professional Development” (CPD) UK. The SLIM Training arm, which has been recognised and endorsed by CPD-UK for accreditation, conducts customised programmes and training on numerous subjects that are not limited to Marketing and Sales for the corporate sector, with a [...]
Qualify as an MBBS/MD DOCTOR
Pay later. What are the reasons to select Yerevan State Medical University in Armenia in Eastern Europe? The university is sanctioned by the Sri Lanka Medical Council (SLMC) and the University Grants Commission (UGC) and once a student completes the degree programme with ERPM, he/she can enroll in the Sri Lanka Medical profession. Moreover, it [...]
Royal Institute’s Golden Jubilee – Excellence through Empathy
On the 1st of September 2022, the past pupils, alumni and special guests of honor gathered together to celebrate 50 years of excellence of Royal Institute International School, in the prestigious auditorium at Royal Institute of Colombo (RIC). The chief guest of the evening was our founder/chairman Mr. G.T. Bandara and the guests of honor [...]
Agent Partnership Appreciation Day at NCHS
We are who we are thanks to our support system. This includes the invaluable contribution of our agents, who partner with us, enabling students to fulfil their education aspirations. The Agent Partnership Appreciation Day is an annual event that was celebrated on the 26th of August at the Cinnamon Grand. The event was an occasion [...]
The results of the graduating class of 2021 have been released by the College of Chemical Sciences
The 39th batch of Graduate Chemists and the first batch of BSc (Hons) in Chemical Science results have been released by the Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, College of Chemical Sciences. A total of 86 students completed the GIC programme, graduating with 1 first-class, 1 second class (upper-division), 9 second class (lower-division) and 75 passes. We [...]
The fresher’s as well as to bid farewell to NUC Seniors
The Catholic University Students Movement of Colombo University organised a welcome ceremony to the fresher’s as well as to bid farewell to Seniors with the participation of the University Chaplains and the students of the movement. The Chaplains and the past presidents expressed their views on building the relationships and bonds between the students. We [...]
Open Day of the Institute of Chemistry Ceylon to be held on September 17, 2022, at the Adamantane House
Chemistry is the study of matter, and it has played a significant role in many scientific advancements that we speak of today. Developments in the field of smart and renewable materials, sustainable technology, alternate energy, agriculture and food science, pharmaceutical and cosmeceutical technology, nanotechnology, nuclear technology, etc., are outcomes of tailoring the properties of matter [...]
Academy of Design’s illustrious fashion design alumni inspire creative hopefuls at Design Lokaya Open House
The Academy of Design (AOD) is celebrating the successful conclusion of yet another exciting Open House. On Saturday the 3rd of September 2022, the country’s pioneering design institution hosted the “Design Lokaya Open House” at their address in the Colombo Innovation Tower, where prospective design students, their parents, and industrial partners (and just about anyone [...]
After A/Levels, Join Middlesex University (Uk) Degree Programmes@ Acbt & Earn A Global Qualification!
ACBT is the pioneer in providing overseas higher education in Sri Lanka since 1998, and partnered with world renowned Navitas group, with 130 colleges around the world in over 31 countries. ACBT, having partnered with Middlesex University in London, offers an integrated pathway into Middlesex University (MDX) degrees, through a wide range of International University [...]
Australasian Academy Open Day – 17th September 2022
LKR 200,000 Scholarship for all participants and more offers through our partner Universities Start your Australian Degree in Sri Lanka and Complete in Australia Australasian Academy (AA) the pioneers and Hospitality, Tourism, Culinary and Allied Health Sciences in Sri Lanka will be having their open day on the 17th of September (Saturday) from 10.00AM onwards [...]
Turning around companies and brands
Turning companies/ brands around may sound a little disturbing under the current economic turmoil or it may be seen as a hallucination. However, turning brands/ companies around could mean essentially recovering them from a major dip in revenues or from a major dip in profits. It may also be seen as a process in which [...]
MSI Colombo, The student’s choice after A/L’s for a recognised and affordable higher education
MSU currently ranks in the QS Top 100 among the world’s top young universities; QS Top 150 among Asia’s best universities; QS Top 30 among Southeast Asia’s best universities; QS Top 301+ for Graduate Employability Ranking; QS World University Rankings 2023 and Times Higher Education Top 300 for University Impact Rankings 2022. Top 200 in [...]