St Benedict’s clock tower restored to former beauty
The restored iconic 120-year-old clock tower of St Benedict’s College, Kotahena was ceremonially declared open on Thursday (11). The soft opening of the restored clock tower was held as part of the College’s Founders Day celebrations. The presentation of the first Prof Nihal Amerasinghe Benedictine Teacher of the Year Award was also held on Thursday [...]
IT programme to be added to Arts Degree
The double degree programme introduced for Arts Faculty students to gain a degree in Information Technology, in addition to the normal degree will commence from this academic year, Chairman of the University Grants Commission Sampath Amaratunga said. He said some 3,000 students will be entitled to gain an IT degree after completing a Technology Diploma [...]
National Nursing University to be set up
The Cabinet approved a proposal to set up a National Nursing University, Cabinet Spokesperson and Mass Media Minister, Bandula Gunawardena said this week. He said the Cabinet of Ministers approved the combined resolution made by Transport and Highways Minister Keheliya Rambukwella – as the acting Education Minister and Health Minister – to grant policy approval [...]
Teacher shortage for marking A/L Com Math and Physics papers
The marking of 2022 GCE Advanced Level Examination answer scripts is set to begin next week after the decision by the Federation of University Teachers’ Associations (FUTA) to end its trade union action. Nevertheless, the marking of answer scripts in at least 11 subjects continues to pose a problem as not enough teachers have applied [...]
Ed Min seeks AG Dept advice on teacher age limits
The Education Ministry has sought the advice of the Attorney General’s Department on how to recruit teachers to fill 26,000 vacancies. AG Department advice has been sought as some sections have challenged the decision of the Education Ministry to set a maximum age limit of 35 years for candidates. In addition, the services of the [...]
Future education policies need to account for school disruptions: CB
Given the difficulties students have been experiencing over the past 3-4 years, future policies should be adjusted with consideration given to the impact of disruptions to the learning outcomes of students at all levels within the public education system, the recently released Central Bank’s Annual Report of 2022 stated. The report said a concerted effort [...]
International environmental university to be established in SL to support global climate change efforts: President
Sri Lanka plans to establish the world’s first international environmental university to support the global effort in addressing climate change, President Ranil Wickremesinghe said. He made the announcement while addressing the 10th Environment Pioneer President’s Medal Awarding Ceremony 2020-2021, held at the BMICH this week. Although climate change is a significant challenge in the world, [...]
New Zealand University Expo 2023
New Zealand University Expo 2023 will be held on 20th May at Galadari Hotel, Colombo from 10:00am to 4:00pm. All students aspiring to do their undergraduate and postgraduate studies in New Zealand are welcome to attend this event. New Zealand is one of the best destinations for international students, offering a world-class educational system. With [...]
Ceremony Of Awarding Sponsorships For Teachers At St. Benedict College – Kotahena
Under the concept IIHE initiative “Better Human Capital through Better Teaching” – a CSR Initiative to upskill the Teachers in Sri Lanka, OBA members of St. Benedicts College – Kotahena as a gratitude towards their Alma mater, extended their patronage by sponsoring selected teachers in order to add value by developing teaching skills. This skilled [...]
AIS Students win Gold for Sri Lanka
Shaylon Gunaratna of Asian International School won a Gold medal at the Asian Rowing Beach Sprint Championship held in Pattaya, Thailand recently. This was the first time a Sri Lankan had won a Gold medal for beach rowing at an international event. Shaylon who is 16 years of age, overcame stiff resistance through the waves [...]
MSU & MSI Students New Year Calibrations – Surya Udawa 2023
One of the most important and anticipated cultural events on the Sri Lankan calendar is the Sinhala and Tamil New Year. This time Sri Lankans got the opportunity to unite, offer gratitude, and celebrate as one nation. Management and Science University (MSU) has successfully conducted an event under the theme of “Surya Udawa 2023’ on [...]
A long Journey with OSC
The Overseas School of Colombo is 65 years old, and I am privileged to have been in it for almost 30 years. I joined the faculty in 1981 as a member of the mathematics department. The school was called the ‘Overseas Children’s School’ at that time and the secondary school was located at Muttiah Road [...]
APIIT Dominates the Global Debate Scene, Brings Home Yet Another Championship
If you’ve got the drive and motivation to complete a degree in law, the first and most important step is to select the right law degree. Questions you need to ask include; what is the Law School’s ranking, what law specialisations are offered, what are the facilities and who are the lecturers, as well as [...]
Join Curtin Colombo Open Day – 20 May 2023
Curtin Colombo, a part of Curtin University’s global operations, is now offering its pioneering undergraduate 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 [...]
Professor Ravinatha Aryasinha inspires winners of the 28th consecutive AIA Higher Education Scholarships
10th April 2023: AIA Insurance’s Higher Education Scholarships Programme, now in its 28th consecutive year, rewards the top performers from each district at the Grade 5 scholarship examination, by giving them a monthly bursary from Advanced Level (A/L) class right up to the completion of their university degree. Started in 1994, the programme was initiated [...]
After O/L’s Enroll for the International Foundation @ PCHE and Commence your Degree Pathway to Australia
Prospects College of Higher Education (PCHE), a leading provider of guaranteed pathways to leading universities in Australia, offers an International Foundation program, in the streams of Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Business and Information Technology. Students who successfully complete this programme, which is of 6 months in duration, can then enroll for the Diploma at PCHE [...]
Avoid Fighting for Weeds – Use Fertiliser Effectively
There were a large number of people who attempted to pull my leg the moment I began my life for the second time, after a disastrous first chapter that was entirely wasted on drugs and sexual immorality. It was not at all an easy task to tolerate the wickedness of the people as my nature [...]
Inspiring Stories of Proud Products of Royal Institute
Consistently maintaining a legacy of excellence, Royal Institute has fervently been dedicated to produce global citizens who are visionaries. The proud alumni of RI bear witness to the impactful upbringing and holistic education they were offered at RI that catapulted them to higher dimensions in life. Dukula De Alwis: an outstanding performer at University of [...]
Gateway College in the forefront of AI Education
Gateway College, known for its forward-thinking and visionary education, has been a pioneer in introducing cutting-edge technologies to its students. Understanding the importance of staying ahead of the curve in today’s rapidly changing technological landscape, last year, Gateway took the initiative to introduce an Artificial Intelligence (AI) curriculum through its partnership with AIClub-USA. AIClub-USA is [...]
Gateway College Dehiwala debaters continues its winning streak
The Rotaract Sustainability Summit 2023 organised by RID3220 and hosted by the Rotaract Clubs of PanColombo, University of Moratuwa, and University of Sri Jayawardenapura was held on the 7th of May, 2023 at the University of Moratuwa. The Rotract Sustainability Summit featured a series of debates involving multiple national and international schools on topics concerning [...]
SLIIT ‘Brain Busters with SLIIT – Season 3’ concludes inspiring and motivating students to become futuristic leaders
SLIIT with an aim to enrich lives through education recently concluded the most anticipated and compelling Grand Finale of ‘Brain Busters with SLIIT – Season 3’, inspiring and motivating students to become futuristic leaders. As the most looked-forward and novel TV Quiz Programme in the school calendar, the ‘Brain Busters with SLIIT Season 3’ Grand [...]
La Trobe University Australia in exclusive partnership with Horizon Campus Sri Lanka
Horizon Campus is in partnership with La Trobe University, Australia, to offer a unique pathway for Sri Lankan students to complete the first year of their degree program in Sri Lanka, before transferring to La Trobe University in Australia for the second year. This partnership provides an opportunity for students to save approximately 18 million [...]
Vidura College – Colombo – Kalutara branch – gese awards ceremony 2022
Trinity College London, Graded Examinations in Spoken English (GESE) 2022 awards ceremony was held on 3rd May 2023 at the school premises. The chief guest Mr. D.G. Sumanasekara the Principal of Vidura College and the guest of Honor Ms. Renu Samarasingha national representative for Trinity London in Sri Lanka graced the occasion. GESE Examination results were [...]
AIMS Campus in Sri Lanka has been a pioneer in providing distance learning & on site internation-ally recognised higher education programmes to Sri Lankan students for over three decades Established in 1987, AIMS Campus is an accredited private institution by the TVEC and our partner university programmes are recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) council of Sri Lanka. AIMS Campus offers a variety of undergraduate programmes that cater to the needs of students from various academic backgrounds. The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) programme is de-signed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of business management, economics, and accounting. The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSc-IT) programme focuses on software engineering, database management, and networking. Students who are interested in teaching can opt for the Bachelor of Education (BED) programme, while those who want to pursue a career in English language teaching can choose the Bachelor of English (BENG) programme. The institution also provides Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (BECE) and Bachelor of education in special needs education (BED in SNE) programmes for students who are interested in working with children and special needs students. AIMS Campus offers a range of postgraduate programmes designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of professionals in various fields. The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program is a popu-lar choice for students who wish to specialise in finance, marketing, or human resources. The Master of Education (MED) programme is designed to prepare students for leadership roles in educational institu-tions, while the Master of Science in Information Technology (MSc-IT) programme focuses on software engineering, project management, and business intelligence. For students who wish to pursue research in their respective fields, AIMS Campus offers Doctor of Busi-ness Administration (DBA) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programmes. These programmes are designed to provide students with advanced research skills and knowledge in their chosen fields. International Recognition: AIMS Campus programmes are recognised both nationally and internationally. The institution has part-nerships with many universities around the world, allowing students to pursue dual degrees and exchange programmes. The institution’s focus on providing a practical and relevant education has made it a pre-ferred choice for many students who wish to pursue higher education.
Established in 1987, AIMS Campus is an accredited private institution by the TVEC and our partner university programmes are recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) council of Sri Lanka. AIMS Campus offers a variety of undergraduate programmes that cater to the needs of students from various academic backgrounds. The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) [...]
Digitalization of Public Procurement and Future Sustainable Development of Sri Lanka
The general public is not particularly aware of the importance of public procurement. Please tell us what public procurement is. Procurement involves purchasing goods and services or works. In many developing countries, around 20 percent of the Gross Domestic Product represents public procurement. More importantly, public funds or taxpayers’ money is used for public procurements. [...]
Institute of Chemistry Ceylon – College of Chemical Sciences “Avurudu Udawa” – 2023
CCS – IchemC Aurudu Udawa the Annual New Year celebration of the Institute of Chemistry Ceylon was held on Monday 1st of May 2023 at the ground of President’s College, Rajagiriya. The event was held with the participation of more than 300 including Council members, Staff members and students of Institute of Chemistry, Ceylon. Event [...]
“Lanterns of Wisdom: A Profound Reflection on Life and Karma through Art @ CSA”
As the full moon beckons in the sacred festival of Vesak, the streets of Sri Lanka become illuminated by lanterns, each of different shapes, sizes and colours created by people of various walks of life. Meanwhile, at the heart of Colombo amidst the cluster of the Bauddhaloka Vesak Kalapaya (located down the road it derives [...]
Discover your global potential at SLIIT’s International Open Day 2023
SLIIT, the premier higher education institute in Sri Lanka, is hosting the International Open Day 2023 on May 20th at the Malabe Campus, Academic Building Complex, 6th Floor. The event will begin at 9:00 AM and will provide an opportunity for students to explore the different degree programmes offered by international universities partnered with SLIIT. [...]
Battle of the Bots: Register Now for the SLIIT ROBOFEST 2023 Robotics Competition
The Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering at SLIIT presents ROBOFEST, an annual robotics competition aimed at showcasing the design talents of students from all around the country. This year’s competition will be held on September 25th, 2023, at the SLIIT Malabe Campus, and registrations are now open for both school and university categories. Since [...]