Studies in the dark
The GCE (A/L) examination, which commenced this week, is in progress until next week. Students have been concerned about electricity supply interruptions during the exam period. Nevertheless, they are going ahead with the exams.
Teachers vacating posts for foreign employment creates shortage
The Education sector has been hit by a new crisis with teachers vacating their posts without notice and travelling overseas for employment. As a result, a full scale transfer programme due to come into effect from March has run into issues. Under the plan initially 30,000 teachers were due to be transferred in a bid [...]
Legal action against CEB if power cuts continue: PUCSL
Power sector regulator the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has informed the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) in writing that it will not approve any requests for scheduled power cuts from January 26 to February 17 in order to safeguard the human rights of candidates sitting for the GCE A/L Examination. In a letter [...]
Bursaries for 20,000 who passed Grade 5 Scholarship exam
Over 48,000 students passed the Grade 5 Scholarship Exam, according to Education Ministry statistics. Of them about 20,000 will receive bursaries. The Grade 5 Scholarship Examination was held on December 18, 2022. 329,668 sat for the examination with 48,257 passing. Examinations Commissioner General Amith Jayasundara said that this group is eligible to apply for other [...]
Required funding secured for text book printing
The Education Ministry has sought an assurance from the Treasury to secure the required funding for the printing of text books for all grades for this year. Education Minister Susil Premajayantha told Education Times that the Treasury has agreed to release the money in phases on a weekly basis so that as printing is completed [...]
MSI- student’s choice AFTER A/L & O/L’s for a recognised & affordable higher education
Management and Science Institute Colombo (MSI) would like to congratulate all the students who successfully completed their A/L and O/L examinations, and recognise the hard work and dedication taken to conquer one of the greatest hurdles in your life. Management and Science Institute (MSI) is fully administrated and affiliated by Management and Science University (MSU) [...]
Seven Cs by Gateway – Kindergartens on a novel concept
Seven Cs by Gateway is an exploration platform for little ones, a place where the Seven Cs, which are unique human skills that must be nurtured in order to thrive in the modern world, are integrated into the learning experience of the child. With this approach, students are nurtured and encouraged to develop greater capacities [...]
AOD welcomes Professor David Gelb as Design Resident in the Graphics and Visual Communication Design department
The Academy of Design (AOD), is delighted to welcome on board Professor David Gelb to its academic staff as the university’s new visiting design resident. David will be working closely with the design institution’s popular Graphics & Visual Communication Design programme, further enriching its diverse faculty with an impressive academic and professional portfolio of design [...]
Opportunities for high-achieving students in Sri Lanka
Graduates of UTS College Sri Lanka on a pathway to success Young Sri Lankans with talent and ambition deserve every opportunity to succeed, and since its opening in 2019, UTS College Sri Lanka has established a solid track record in providing such opportunities. Students encouraged achieving their full potential As the pathway to the University [...]
SLTC Research University partners EDEX 2023 as a Platinum sponsor
SLTC is Sri Lanka’s only non-state research university and it currently offers a wide array of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, in the disciplines of Engineering, Technology, IT & Computing, Business, Science, and Management . In addition to its own wide portfolio of UGC approved undergraduate programmes, SLTC also offers several undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in [...]
St. Peter’s College, Colombo 04 Colours night 2023
St. Peter’s College, Colombo 04 has permanently etched its name in the history of sport in Sri Lanka. Producing international level sportsmen, as well as clinching Championship after Championship in every single one of our sports. Carrying on this colossal legacy, Peterites have performed exceptionally well throughout the past 4 years. The extent of this [...]
The Speediest Moment of a Cheetah is when It is Hungry
Very recently I met a dynamic lady who is seventy six years old and she came to meet me for Life Coaching. Prior to her retirement she has been an extremely successful personality who has climbed mountain tops in her professional career. Now that she has retired, she is still keen on thriving towards happiness. [...]
Canada is calling: Poised to welcome record number of immigrants by 2025, Maple Consultancy offers a one-stop solution for prospects
Recent media reports have indicated that Canada was poised to welcome over 500,000 permanent residents under various programmes by year 2025. As such, Canada is looking to welcome 465,000 new immigrants in 2023 and 485,000 in 2024. However, these figures may be revised when the federal government unveils their new levels plans. There is the [...]
Admissions now open for Curtin Colombo February 2023 intake
Students may apply with pending GCE A/L results 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 [...]
Have you selected the ‘Right University’?
With exams over, it is time for the next step in life. This could mean starting a job, commencing a degree with a foundation programme, or even going abroad! The current trends show that starting the degree is the most popular option. However, finding the right university which has the right fit is often a [...]
Tangibalising Intangibles and Intangibalising Tangibles
Why 4Ps is not enough? There is no one in the fraternity of marketing world around who wouldn’t know of 4Ps. The 4 Ps were first formally conceptualised in 1960 by E. Jerome McCarthy in the highly influential text, Basic Marketing, A Managerial Approach [1]. Ever since then, 4ps have been widely accepted and used [...]
SLIIT, in collaboration with the world-renowned Manchester Fashion Institute at Manchester Metropolitan University in the UK, launches the BSc (Hons) Degree in Fashion Business and Management
To meet the demands of the dynamic fashion industry and support Sri Lanka’s ambitious export goals, SLIIT is excited to launch the BSc (Hons) Degree in Fashion Business and Management offered by the Manchester Fashion Institute, part of Manchester Metropolitan University (Manchester Met). Holding over a century-long history in higher education, Manchester Met is renowned [...]
SLIIT International Conference on Engineering and Technology 2023 offers unique platform to discuss new frontiers in Engineering and allied branches
The SLIIT International Conference on Engineering and Technology 2023, SICET 2023, scheduled for March 2023 is set to offer a unique platform for participants to discuss emerging trends in the fields of Engineering, and its allied branches. Organised by the Faculty of Engineering, SICET 2023 will be in hybrid mode, with both physical and online [...]
ACCA Wins Big At The Slim Digis Awards
ACCA Sri Lanka’s Escape the Challenge 2021 was the proud recipient that clinched the gold award at SLIM DIGIS 2.2 for the best digital marketing campaign under the category of Education, Training Services, Healthcare Services, Hospitals, Construction & Real Estate and the CSR sectors. ACCA as a forward-thinking accounting body has always been at the forefront in [...]
Top Karateka Randev wins Best All Round Student!
Sri Lanka Schools Under 19 Black Belt karate Champion and Twice a South Asian medallion Randev Athukorala was awarded “The Best All Round Student” at the St Peter’s College Annual Prize Giving 2023. The award was significant as St Peter’s celebrated 100th years in Sri Lanka with the Chief Guest being by His Eminence Most [...]
Horizon Campus enters into Partnership with Taylor’s University
Horizon Campus, reputed for delivering a uniquely integrated academic and student life experience, backed by internationally acclaimed degrees in Business, Management, Science and Technology, recently entered into an exclusive partnership with Taylors University in Malaysia. This partnership is an important initiative of the 2023 Strategic Plan of Horizon Campus and their commitment to offer opportunities [...]
ESOFT Metro Campus Partners EDEX 2023 as a Platinum Sponsor
ESOFT is a trusted name in Sri Lanka for providing high-quality education, offering youth a number of programmes in Computing and IT, Business Management, Hospitality and Travel & Tourism, Languages, Engineering, and more. Established more than two decades ago, ESOFT has 40 branches island-wide catering to urban and suburban youth, with an intake of more [...]