Damages to school property due to unpleasant weather
A tree fell onto a classroom building at Elpitiya Primary School on Thursday during heavy rains, causing damage to the property. No injuries were reported during the incident. Pic by Sirangika Lokukaravita
Govt. preparing to serve mid-day meals at primary schools
The Government is to provide a free mid-day meal for schools with only primary classes shortly, a senior Education Ministry official said. Presidential Advisor on Food Security Suren Batatoda said information on primary schools and the number of children have been called from the Education Ministry to begin the project. According to initial estimates there [...]
Two Lankan universities among top 1000
Only two Sri Lankan universities have been ranked among the top 1000 universities in the world according to the latest Times World University Rankings 2023 which was released this week. The University of Peradeniya has been placed among the universities ranked from 501-600, while the University of Colombo has been placed among the universities ranked [...]
Student parliaments get electronic voting systems
Electronic voting systems are to be installed in student parliaments across the country. The Sri Lankan Parliament has expressed its support for the installation of the electronic voting system in student parliaments. An awareness programme was recently conducted on the use of the electronic voting system for the student parliamentary election held at the Eheliyagoda [...]
Green light for vice chancellors to sign MoUs directly with foreign universities
The Government has allowed vice chancellors of the 17 national universities to directly sign MoUs with international universities, University Grants Commission (UGC) Vice Chairman Chandana Udewatta said. “The Government has given state universities the green light to sign MoUs with foreign universities and for them to enter into negotiations with them,” Prof. Udawatta said. While [...]
APIIT proudly hosts its first ever NCUK International Foundation Year Award Ceremony!
over 50 students enroll in their dream university after successfully completing the NCUK International Foundation Year at APIIT Sri Lanka! The inaugural award ceremony for the graduates of the NCUK International Foundation Year at APIIT was held on 27th of September 2022 at BMICH, with Mr. Bandula Egodage, Chairman, APIIT and Mr. Roshan Egodage, Director, [...]
Melbourne Polytechnic, Australia empower you to reach your maximum potential
Join the Australian pathway programmes offered in Sri Lanka by AUC. Achievers – UniKey Campus located in the Centre of Colombo was established in Sri Lanka to support encourage students to achieve academic excellence, enhance their knowledge and be successful in their academic and professional career. Considered as one the emerging higher education institutions in [...]
Launch of the Toybox Children’s Storybook Series
The first two books in the new series of children’s books – The Toybox – was launched on Saturday the 8th of October 2022 at the Sarasavi Bookshop, One Galle Face, Colombo. Children and Young Adult author, Ruth Dinushi Mohotti, launched the books and the Toybox series as part of the past celebrations of International [...]
UCL celebrates 7 years of Excellence in Transnational Higher Education!
Celebrating excellence in higher education over the past 7 years is not only a feather in the cap of UCL but speaks volumes for its commitment and relentless drive to emerge as the leader in Transnational Education in Sri Lanka. Established in 2015, Universal College Lanka (UCL) has become a symbol of excellence to discerning [...]
Gandhar III- A Musical Extravaganza
Organised by the Orchestra of S. Thomas’ Preparatory School, Kollupitiya, Gandhar III – a musical extravaganza will be held at the Bishop’s College Auditorium on Saturday 22nd October 2022 at 6.30pm. Previously, Gandhar I and II were organised in the years 2018 and 2020 respectively and showcased the talent of our students as they dazzled [...]
UCL applauds Monash University on its rise to 44th in THE World University Rankings
The exclusive partner for Monash Education in Sri Lanka, Universal College Lanka (UCL) is proud to announce that Monash University has skyrocketed 13 places to be ranked 44th globally in the prestigious Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2023, just released. The Times Higher Education World University Rankings’ methodology uses carefully calibrated performance indicators [...]
Turn Off the Self Condemnation FM
Not anyone is fond of living in a heap of garbage. It is everybody’s wish to live in a clean and comfortable house which is in an acceptable living condition. If you dislike yourself and hate yourself for who you are, you are living a miserable life as though you are compelled to live in [...]
Opportunities for high-achieving students in Sri Lanka
Graduates of UTS College Sri Lanka on a pathway to success When we consider the unique challenges of the last two years, it’s reassuring to see students with determination reaching their education goals. Young Sri Lankans with talent and ambition deserve every opportunity to succeed, and since its opening in 2019, UTS Sri Lanka has [...]
The Gateway to a Career in Canada
NCHS Partners with Kings’s University, Canada Founded in 1954, King’s University College at Western University is a liberal arts university college affiliated with a large, world-class university. King’s is recognised, both nationally and internationally, for its excellent academic programmes, commitment to research excellence, generous scholarships and comprehensive student services. Offering degree programmes in the arts, [...]
ESOFT METRO CAMPUS’s GRADUATION CEREMONY CELEBRATES SUCCESS OF 1,700+ GRADUATES
The Annual Graduation Ceremony of ESOFT Metro Campus was held at the Bandaranaike International Memorial Hall (BMICH) on the 26th and 27th of September 2022. A total of 1,700 students graduated at this year’s event and the successful students received their awards for Higher National Diplomas (HNDs), Post Graduate Diplomas, Top-up degrees, MBA and MSc [...]
Power of Branding and the potential of SMEs
The Government of Sri Lanka recognises SMEs as the backbone of the economy, as it accounts for more than 75% of the total number of enterprises, provide 45% of employment, and contributes to 52% of the Gross Domestic Production (GDP). SMEs promote broad-based equitable development and provide more opportunities for women and youth participation in [...]
Excelsia College, Sydney leads the way
Student support, interactions with staff and students and overall positive experience Excelsia College has received excellent results in the 2021 QILT Student Experience Survey (SES), registering scores higher than the national average for undergraduate student support, interactions between staff and students, and overall positive experience. Collectively across all courses, 84.6 per cent of undergraduate students [...]
Press Statement issued by the Committee of Vice-Chancellors and Directors on incidents of ragging in the state universities
The Committee of the Vice Chancellors and Directors (CVCD) notes with concern the recent spate of incidents of ragging and student indiscipline that have occurred with the resumption of on-site academic activities in the state universities. The CVCD categorically condemns all forms of ragging in educational institutions of Sri Lanka. None of the Vice-Chancellors condone [...]