Revitalising Sri Lanka’s education system urgent need, says President Wickremesinghe at Eppawala Siddhartha Central College
President Ranil Wickremesinghe has emphasised the need for a new education system to drive rapid development, as Sri Lanka rebuilds following an economic crisis. The President was speaking at the 150th anniversary celebration of Eppawala Siddhartha Central College, on Thursday. The President assured that steps would be taken to safeguard the country’s education policies from [...]
A/L exams to go ahead as scheduled
Education Minister Susil Premajayantha, on Friday, said that the GCE Advanced Level Examination due to be held later this year will not be postponed, despite some requests. Minister Premajayantha told Education Times that the ministry had reviewed the completion of the syllabus and found that there had been 343 days to complete the syllabus. He [...]
Al Hambra Maha Vidyalaya in Aluthgama gets Akura system
The ‘Akura’ school management system has been introduced to Al Hambra Maha Vidyalaya in Aluthgama, by its Old Boys’ Association. Akura is a cloud-based school management system that provides administrative and communications assistance between school administrations, teachers, students, and parents. It facilitates transparent communications between parents and teachers and even provides an organised repository of [...]
Flood-prone Kalutara District schools closed due to bad weather
Some schools have been temporarily closed in the Bulathsinhala area, in the Kalutara District, after continuous heavy rains raised the risk of landslides and floods. Halwatura Tamil Maha Vidyalaya (546 students), Kithulgoda Primary School (59) and Ihala Welgama Primary School (106) have been temporarily closed from Friday (8) until the bad weather conditions cease, an [...]
All teachers will be BA qualified from 2027: Edu Minister
All teachers will possess a Bachelor’s degree (BA) in Education from 2027, said Education Minister Susil Premajayantha. He said plans are afoot to combine all 19 Colleges of Education and establish a single university named the Sri Lanka University of Education. The Minister said the concept paper has been drafted and will be submitted to [...]
Students retaking AL must provide personal details: Exams chief
Every private candidate should provide their own permanent address and telephone number and not the address or number of the private or international school where they were receiving education, Commissioner General of Examinations Amith Jayasundara said. He said this about re-applying for GCE Advanced Level Examination this year which will take place from September 11 [...]
J’pura Uni collaborates with SLGJA
The Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association (SLGJA) has signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) with the University of Sri Jayewardenepura (USJ) Faculty of Engineering. The collaboration aims to uplift the country’s gem and jewellery industry to international standards through the infusion of modern technology, the USJ said. Initiated by SLGJA Vice President Pinisiri Wijepala [...]
Over 36 Years of Excellence in Architectural Education
Offers a practice oriented broad based teaching curriculum, for a Professional career in Architecture. The City School of Architecture (CSA) with a history of over thirty-six years offers a path in architectural education towards a career in the building industry. Its structured curriculum, design studios, theoretical and technology based education and the experiences of the [...]
ACBT – Celebrating 25 Years of Trust with Quality and flexible education for all
The Australian College of Business and Technology (ACBT), the pioneer of providing international higher education in Sri Lanka (since 1998) celebrates its “25 Years of Trust” this year. ACBT is owned by NAVITAS Limited, which is the largest education services provider based in Australia with 130+ colleges and campuses worldwide in 31 counties and training [...]
SUCCESS SECRETS IN LIFE
Introduction – As humans we all aspire for a successful and rewarding life. However, some individuals achieve it, whilst others do not. What are the secrets of successful persons, which we can learn and enrich our lives? In this brief article, I will endeavour to share some insights based on personal experiences and life stories [...]
Avinya Academy Bandaragama Embarks on its Second Journey, Welcoming 126 New Students
Avinya Academy, Bandaragama, is thrilled to announce the commencement of its second batch of students for their Empower Programme on September 4, 2023. Building on the success of the inaugural programme, the academy is expanding its reach and impact by welcoming 126 new students who will embark on a journey to acquire essential 21st-century skills, [...]
SLIIT Admissions Now Open: Your Gateway to a Knowledge-Driven Future
SLIIT, the Knowledge University, proudly announces the commencement of its latest intake, guiding and empowering students’ paths toward their future journeys and opening doors to endless possibilities. With a commitment to excellence, innovation, and empowerment, SLIIT stands poised to lead students toward a brighter, knowledge-driven future, offering a diverse range of undergraduate degree programmes catering [...]
UCL to Launch the Only 4-Year British BEng (Hons) Electrical & Electronic Engineering Degree in Sri Lanka
The Management and Course team at Universal College Lanka (UCL) were interviewed recently about their plans and preparations to launch BEng (Hons) Electrical & Electronic Engineering Degree in Sri Lanka. Excerpts from the interview are presented below, involving Mr Gihan Silva, CEO – UCL, Dr Dhananjay Kulkarni, Dean of Academic Affairs, Mr Maduranga Pillai, Programme [...]
Exclusive Personalised Sessions with Leading Australian Universities at Edlocate Colombo Office
Are you committed to embark on a journey towards a brighter future? Edlocate, your trusted partner in educational excellence, invites students and parents to seize a remarkable opportunity. Join us for exclusive sessions with three of Australia’s leading universities: the prestigious University of Melbourne in Victoria and the renowned James Cook University in Queensland and [...]
Smiles Beyond Graduation: Crafting Success with the University of Melbourne
It’s been 6 months since Dr Roshine Linus graduated from the University of Melbourne. Now working as a Dental Resident at Bass Coast Health in regional Victoria, she already senses the differences between student and working life. “It’s certainly been a change, but a good one,” Roshine said. Previously profiled while still studying, she was [...]
SLTC – A Globally Recognised Sri Lankan University
Founded in 2015 as the country’s first non-state institution of higher education dedicated to engineering and technology, today the SLTC Research University has grown to become Sri Lanka’s largest corporate-backed research university offering a wide array of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, ranging from engineering to music. SLTC was also ranked among the top 3 nonstate [...]
Pioneering Math Education: Reflections on SLIIT MathFest 2023
The SLIIT MathFest 2023 organised by the Department of Mathematics and Statistics (DMS) was successfully held on the 26th of August at the SLIIT auditorium, Malabe. The occasion was graced by the esteemed presence of Mr. Rajeeva Bandaranayike, Chief Executive Officer of the Colombo Stock Exchange, as the Chief Guest. The MathFest held three core [...]
Gateway College takes major honours at SLMUN 2023
The sixteenth session of the Sri Lanka Model United Nations (SLMUN) Conference was held at the BMICH Colombo on the 19th and 20th of August 2023. With over 1200 participants, SLMUN 2023 was one of the largest conferences to be ever hosted in Sri Lanka. This year’s World Health Organization (WHO) and United Nations Children’s [...]
Manaco Marine Signs MoU with Southern Maritime Training Institute to Empower Future Sri Lankan Seafarers
Manaco Marine, a prominent maritime recruitment and port agency services provider in Sri Lanka, has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Southern Maritime Training Institute (SMTI), Galle. This landmark agreement solidifies the commitment to employ cadets from SMTI and highlights Manaco Marine’s dedication to selecting and training the most suitable candidates [...]
Fate of Sri Lankan Students on Medical Education Abroad
Today the best medical college and universities for medical education are located in the countries like UK and USA. The fees of medical universities in those countries are around USD 1,000,000$ though you can get excellent and valuable education from them. Very few SriLankan Students are studying in these medical colleges, but those medical colleges [...]
A Chicken Soup without Chicken and an Everything without Nothing
Yesterday, during dinner my daughter Esther requested for more food even when she already had some food remaining in her plate, she did so as she was very fond of the meal that was served. Then, we advised her that she must first happily consume what she already has in her plate and then request [...]
Enrollments are now open for Undergraduate Degree Programmes at the Institute of Chemistry Ceylon – 2023 Second Intake
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 fields of smart and renewable materials, sustainable technology, alternate energy, agriculture and food science, pharmaceutical and cosmeceutical technology, nanotechnology, nuclear technology, etc., are some of the outcomes of tailoring the [...]
Horizon Campus produces excellent pass rates for the LLB offered by University of London
Horizon Campus has yet again produced exceptional results for the Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) and Certificate of Higher Education in Common Law (Cert.HE) offered through the University of London. The students who sat the examinations on the LLB and Cert.HE programmes have excellent results, where the overall pass rate is over 80% across the 3 [...]
What is D2C?
D2C is referred to a business that sells directly to consumers produces its goods and delivers them to customers. Simply enough, it eliminates the need for “middlemen” like retail establishments, distributors, or wholesalers. Online marketplaces or a brand’s own ecommerce platform, such as a website, can be used for sales. Although D2C (or DTC) selling [...]
Study Medicine and Be a World Class Doctor
Get a world recognised degree With the Minimum Cost Join with the most trusted foreign education provider with 27 years of Excellent Service to the Sri Lankan nation, and gain a world recognized Medicine / Engineering degree from a world renowned prestigious university. REC Campus – The only education partner that takes the responsibility of [...]
Curtin Colombo Campus Empowers Future Innovators with a series of workshops on STEM for high school students
Curtin Colombo Campus hosted an engaging STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) workshop on August 29th, 2023, aimed at igniting the curiosity of local school students. The event, which brought together young minds and enthusiastic educators, aimed to foster a passion for STEM fields and inspire the next generation of innovators and problem solvers. The [...]
If you’re after your O/Ls or A/Ls, this is the opportunity you were waiting for!
Join us at the NCHS International Education Expo NCHS will be conducting an open day on the 15th of September, 2022 from 8.30am to 4pm at the college premises in Colombo. This experience will give the opportunity to all who are interested in higher education to witness firsthand the facilities. Parents and students are encouraged [...]
Start Your Australian Higher Education Journey at Curtin Colombo: Complete in Sri Lanka or Transfer to Australia
Curtin Colombo, a global partner of Curtin University in Australia, 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 183rd globally and continues to be positioned in the top 1% of [...]
The UK welcomes over 485,000 international higher education students each year. The forecast for the coming year is for student numbers to exceed 600,000 per year
The Study in the UK – Fair will give you the opportunity to meet delegates from leading UK universities on Saturday 16 September at the Galadari Hotel (Anthurium) 12 noon to 5pm The Fair will provide genuine students and their parents the opportunity to engage with university delegates from research intensive UK institutions. It is [...]
Saegis Campus offers upto 75% scholarships for A/L students with guaranteed placements
Saegis Campus, a leading higher education institution in Sri Lanka celebrating its tenth anniversary this year with an undisputed reputation for imparting world-class knowledge, stepped up to offer scholarships for students who have successfully passed their recent Advanced Level examination by covering upto 75%. Students who have passed at least 3 subjects are eligible to [...]
BCI Campus unveils new state-of-the-art facility marking milestone in academic excellence
The BCI Campus, unveiled a new state-of-the-art ‘Christ the King (CTK)’ building, which is ‘Redefining Higher Education’, in Negombo recently with an aim to ‘Transform Education, and Shape Futures’, marking a significant milestone in academic excellence. The inauguration ceremony of the new facility of the BCI Campus, also recognised as the Benedict XVI International Institute [...]
APIIT Drives the Future of Education with Groundbreaking AI Campaign in Sri Lanka
Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology (APIIT) unveils an unprecedented milestone in Sri Lanka’s education landscape: A groundbreaking campaign that places the power of artificial intelligence (AI) at the forefront of student empowerment. Inspiring Future Leaders: The Story Behind the Campaign At the core of this innovative campaign is the idea of “Inspiring Future Leaders” [...]
Supporting Sri Lanka’s students and their education prospects
August is the time for holidays and celebrating the end of May/June UK school exams. More importantly, supported by their parents and schools, students look to plan and map out the next stage of their education journey. Having been through this experience myself, I know it can be an exciting yet daunting time! I’m proud [...]
Quick Guide: Your College Degree Options
There are generally four categories of college degrees: associate degree, bachelor’s degree, graduate degree, and doctorate or professional degree. Each category comes with its own particular subcategories, and there are some subtle differences between a doctorate and a professional degree. If you ever find yourself lost in the sea of abbreviations for degrees, you’re not [...]
Get on the fast track for your Design BA degrees with AOD’s post O/L Design Foundation Programme
For many students at the cusp of their higher education journey, the period between their O/Ls and A/Ls is a time of great indecision; having not completely convinced themselves of the course they want their lives to take. Others however, can already feel the surge of design and creativity running through their veins, confident that [...]
MoU Signing Between the Department of Business Administration, University of Sri Jayewardenepura and Richard Pieris & Company PLC
The Department of Business Administration – the pioneer in management education in the university system of Sri Lanka – is the largest Department of the Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura. The Department entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Richard Pieris & Company PLC with the objectives [...]
The British Council hosts a pre-departure briefing for Sri Lanka’s 11 selected Commonwealth Scholars
As the 2023 cohort of Commonwealth Scholars prepare for their departure, the British Council hosted an interactive and informative Pre-departure Briefing at their library in Colombo to help scholars ensure a smooth transition to their respective university destinations in the UK. The briefing equipped the talented students with the tools and information that would enable [...]
Are you a Thomian? Then exclusively this is for you…
Thomians’ Princesses’ Hour 2023 Annual Get together Will be held on the 24th September at Solis Hotel from 9.30 am onwards My dear friends / sisters, let’s awaken our spirits as Thomians once again to refresh our friendships and make our mother Thomian proud of her … Organized by Old Girls’ Association St Thomas ‘ [...]
WHO WE ARE invites Sri Lankan children
To join online showcase SRI LANKA SPEAKS The Virtual Spoken Word Slam “SRI LANKA SPEAKS”, organized by WHO WE ARE, a nonprofit organization based in Chicago, USA and founded by Sathimi Liyanage, A High School Junior Student from Sri Lanka studying there, will be held on December 29. The mission of WHO WE ARE is [...]
CA Sri Lanka empowers 2022 Advanced Level top ten with scholarships to pursue Chartered Accounting
In continuing to recognise and support exceptionally talented students, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) this week invested in the country’s future by empowering the island’s top ten at the 2022 GCE Advanced Level exam (commerce stream) with scholarships to embark on a professional journey to become world class Chartered [...]
Low-cost IT degree from Moratuwa University
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is one of the fastest growing sectors in Sri Lanka. Get a recognised IT degree from the university of Moratuwa at a low cost and launch your career in the IT industry. Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT) is an external degree which is taught through the open and distance learning [...]
Advertising spend LY at Rs.161 b though economy crashed – Dr Rohantha Athukorala
Even though the economy shrank by -7.8% last year, the advertising spend at rack rates registered last year was 161 billion rupees at a +14% growth which means that Sri Lankan organizations yet believed in the country even with all the challenges, governance issues and poor policy planning like the management of the current drought [...]
Tips for Choosing the Right Master’s Degree Programme
Earning an advanced degree after completing your bachelor’s degree in a specialized field can be a great professional and personal accomplishment that has many benefits. However, there are many programmes to choose from that can benefit you and possibly help you secure a high-paying job after graduation. In this article, we will discuss the different [...]
What are the 4 Types of College Degrees?
Going to college to earn your degree can provide new skills, job opportunities, and salary increases, but what is the best degree for you? Whether you want to earn your first degree, gain new skills to change careers or earn a promotion by building upon your existing education, it’s important to explore how different degrees [...]
Empowering tomorrow’s Leaders with a world renowned Ph.D programme from MSU Malaysia
Register for September 2023 Intake The Management and Science University (MSU) Malaysia is the best option to enhance your academic resume with a PhD. With the globally recognized of the MSU, this PhD programme provides a great deal of value to your academic resume. Management and Science University (MSU) is a QS Global ranked university [...]
Embark on Your Dream of Studying in America: Presenting the Education USA U.S. University Fair
(Colombo, September 2, 2023) – Are you a student with aspirations of pursuing higher education in the United States? Your dream of studying in the U.S. is about to become a reality! EducationUSA at the United States-Sri Lanka Fulbright Commission, in partnership with the U.S. Embassy Colombo, invite you to participate in the EducationUSA U.S. [...]
‘THAKSHALAWATA UPA NETHA’
The 2nd workshop in a series of programmes under ‘Thakshalawata Upa Netha’ initiated by the Thewana Esa Photography and Media Association of Sri Lanka, facilitated by its present Patron and former President Saman Fernando was held at the Ananda National School Chilaw last week organized by vice principal M.M.Gayan Ariyaratne and teachers in chage of [...]
Evaluating Sri Lanka’s Education System: A Conversation with a Professional Educationist
1. you have now become a professional educationist in the education field here. Have you ever thought of becoming such a person here in Sri Lanka? Not really. I wanted to become an educationist to try and make a difference in young people’s lives and to hopefully inspire the same passion and interest in my [...]
“Josephian future chefs” – A competition and a food festival
Cooking skills assist in meeting nutrition guidelines and help people make healthier food choices. Thus, it is essential to teach students to understand the importance of cooking and motivate them to learn basic cooking skills. Learning cooking skills as a skill is a great choice for anyone. It helps us increase our knowledge of different [...]