Future leaders?
Students of the Political Science Association and the Students’ Parliament of Royal College met with President Ranil Wickremesinghe this week. The President is seen here engaged in a discussion with the students.
Teacher recruitment next year
The Education Ministry is planning to recruit 20,000 teachers next year, Education Minister Susil Premajayantha said. The recruitment will take place in batches with priority given to fill vacancies created due to a multitude of reasons including teachers retiring, resignations, and quitting their jobs without notice. Among those to be recruited will be 5,000 teachers [...]
Pera Uni poised to attract foreign students: VC
The University of Peradeniya was looking to become an international campus that enriches the experience of foreign students, and was engaged in a digital transformation, Vice Chancellor Professor M D Lamawansa said. He said there was a notable increase in the presence of foreign students on the campus, underscoring its growing appeal internationally. The Post [...]
State university undergraduate enrolment rises
State university undergraduate enrollment has seen a growth over the years, with the student intake to be increased by 2,000 this year in comparison with the preceding year. About 84,176 have applied and over 45,000 will be admitted this year compared to the total number of 43,000 admitted last year, according to the Chairman of [...]
President’s Fund scholarship programme for GCE A/L students
The President’s Fund has initiated a scholarship programme for students who participated in the 2022 (2023) GCE A/L Exam. In response to the outcomes of this year’s GCE Advanced Level Examination, President Ranil Wickremesinghe has directed the commencement of a scholarship programme through the President’s Fund for students currently pursuing GCE Advanced Level studies. Guided [...]
Best Option To Study Diploma In Computer Science At MSI Colombo
In this rapidly developing technological world, we live in, it is important to consider the demand for job opportunities and world-recognised higher education institutions that provide quality education to students. Further, every decision you make has a major impact on your future – and it is important that you choose the right education partner and [...]
Join ACBT University Foundation Programme with Your O/Level Results
With guaranteed entry to Australian and UK Universities in Sri Lanka or abroad. Australian College of Business and Technology (ACBT), the pioneer in providing International Higher Education in Sri Lanka since 1998, has started enrollments for its new batch of International University Foundation Programmeme exclusively meant for students who sat for GCE Ordinary Level Examination [...]
Your Pathway from O/L to a World-Class Degree
Visit the UCL Transnational Higher Education Fair on 9th and 10th December! Congratulations on jumping the first big hurdle in your life!! Whilst O/L is not the only decisive factor in life, it can surely be a turning point! We invite the students who have just completed their OL and their parents on 9th and [...]
Embracing Excellence: Honouring the Educational Legacy of Mr. R.I.T. Alles – ‘My Life’ Distribution Ceremony
On the 16th of November 2023, within the grand halls of the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH Main Hall), a significant tribute unfolded—a commemorative distribution ceremony honouring the late Mr. R.I.T. Alles, marking the solemn occasion of the 10th anniversary since his passing. This prestigious event, orchestrated by the Alles family, spearheaded by Mr. [...]
Empowering Voices
NCHS Student Council 2023/ 2024 – Kandy and Colombo At Nawaloka College of Higher Studies (NCHS), students are encouraged to embody a blend of academic excellence and practical wisdom. Emphasizing their academic pursuits, the college equally values diverse extracurricular engagements, shaping students into well-rounded individuals poised for the professional realm post-graduation. Participation in the student [...]
SLANSHEI hosts Inaugural National Education Conference
As a significant stride towards shaping the future of higher education, The Sri Lanka Association of Non-State Higher Education Institutes (SLANSHEI) hosted the National Higher Education Conference focusing on the significant contribution by TNE (Transnational Education) to Higher education in Sri Lanka on November 28, 2023, at the Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo. SLANSHEI was established in [...]
Seek Learning Beyond the Books: An Exclusive Personalised Session with the University of Western Australia (UWA) at Edlocate Colombo office
Prepare for an immersive experience in knowledge and innovation as Edlocate extends an invitation to an exclusive personalized session with the esteemed University of Western Australia (UWA) at the Colombo office. UWA – A Group of Eight (Go8) University: Situated in the heart of Western Australia, UWA provides a vibrant and enriching environment in the [...]
Visits of International dignitaries to NSBM Green University
NSBM Green University, the premier higher education institute in Sri Lanka, has emerged as the focal point of attention in a significant stride toward global outreach. Over the recent months, the university has proudly hosted a diverse array of esteemed dignitaries and scholars from across the world, solidifying its status as a hub for global [...]
Deakin University Degree pathways in Early Childhood Education and Psychology – Only @ PCHE
PCHE has a well-established partnership with Deakin University, Australia to provide students interested in the field of psychology with a pathway to gaining a Bachelor of Psychological Science degree. Students can complete the first year at PCHE and upon successful completion will be awarded with a diploma in Psychology by PCHE. Students can then transfer [...]
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 [...]
XIXth Convocation of the College of Chemical Sciences at BMICH 22nd of November 2023
19th convocation of College of Chemical Sciences, Institute of Chemistry Ceylon- 2023 The 19th Convocation of the College of Chemical Sciences, Institute of Chemistry Ceylon was held on the 22nd of November 2023 at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH). Prof. Gamini Rajapaksha, a senior professor in chemistry and an eminent researcher at University [...]
Minister points out costs of producing graduates
The government spends over 5.5 million rupees to produce a doctor through the state university system, Education Minister Susil Premajayantha told parliament on Friday. Over Rs 8.6 million is spent to produce a dental science graduate and Rs 9.3 million a veterinary science graduate. “Additionally, universities spend 2.7 million and 2.1 million on producing engineering [...]
Sectoral Oversight Committee discusses National Education Policy
The Sectoral Oversight Committee on Education in Parliament has taken up for discussion the proposed National Education Policy Framework presented to Parliament recently. The discussion was presided over by Member of Parliament (Dr) V Radhakrishnan. Secretary to the Prime Minister and Chairman of the Cabinet Committee for preparing the National Education Policy Framework Anura Dissanayake, [...]
Learners from Sri Lanka achieve top results in Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards
Cambridge is delighted to announce the winners of the Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards in Sri Lanka. The awards celebrate the outstanding academic achievements of secondary school learners in Sri Lanka in the – Nov 2022 and May/June 2023 Cambridge examination series. Over 183 learners in Sri Lanka will receive awards for exceptional performance in Cambridge [...]
KISS for brand building
Simplicity is complex… it is not easy to keep things simple or make complex things simple. Albert Einstein once said, genius is making complex ideas simple not making simple ideas complex. KISS stands for keeping it simple and short or straightforward. The KISS approach is the best for brand building, brand communication and brand architecture [...]
Study Engineering at Kyoto University of Advanced Science in Japan
Applications Now Open! Kyoto University of Advanced Science (KUAS) is an accredited private university located in Kyoto, Japan, one of the most technology-driven country. KUAS is offering an innovative Engineering programme in English language to meet the global demand for street-smart engineers. KUAS ensures that all its graduates will be ready for career opportunities not [...]
LNBTI’s Innovative IT Degrees Connect Students to Japan’s Tech Industry with Permanent Employment
Creating an outstanding breakthrough in educational innovation, LNBTI proudly stands as very first and only Ministry of Education (MoE) and University Grants Commission (UGC) approved Japanese higher education institute in Sri Lanka and South Asia. The institute opens up previously unheard paths for students after O/Ls and A/Ls, promising not just degrees but a direct [...]
The Noise of Emptiness and The Silence of Fullness
Very recently a video based on my life story went viral on YouTube. It was utterly appreciated by many across the world. However, there were a few of them who discriminated the story based on their limited perspective. My transformation was too immense for them to absorb. A person who dearly loved me, wanted to [...]
SLIIT’s Engineering Faculty recognised as hub for pioneering research and collaboration
With a focus on finding solutions to modern engineering challenges, the SLIIT Faculty of Engineering has established itself as a pioneering research and collaboration hub, cultivating a vibrant ecosystem. Positioned at the forefront of innovation and research, with a dynamic culture exceeding traditional boundaries, the faculty has eight active research groups dedicated to addressing modern [...]
The British Council rewards academic excellence with IELTS Prize – six SL students awarded scholarships
The British Council Sri Lanka awarded six exceptional IELTS students from across the country with the promise of a superior university education, at the British Council’s IELTS Prize awards ceremony 2023 held at the British Council library in Colombo on Monday 27 November. The winners were awarded up to £5,000 which would go towards their [...]
The Annual Josephian Christmas carol service
“Jesu , Salvator Mundi “. ( Jesus , Savior of the World ) titled the Annual Josephian Christmas carol service will be held on Sunday 03 December at 6.15 pm at the Rev. Dr. Stanley Abeysekera Sports Complex cum Auditorium ,Colombo 10 , presided over by His Loarship , Rt. Rev .Dr. Anton Ranjith, Auxiliary [...]
First – Ever cohort of Female Merchant Navy Officer Cadets in Sri Lanka at CINEC
CINEC Campus partner with Centrum Marine Consultancy to inaugurate the CINEC Campus and Centrum Marine Consultancy proudly announce the inauguration of the first-ever Female Merchant Navy Cadet Cohort in Sri Lanka. This landmark collaboration between the leading maritime education institution, CINEC Campus, and renowned maritime consultancy, Centrum Marine, is a significant step towards inclusivity and [...]
Annual Advanced Student Honour Roll Awards ceremony 2023
Kumon Dehiwala Learning Centre held its Annual Advanced Student Honour Roll (ASHR) Awards ceremony at the Bishops College Auditorium on the 26th December 2023 under the patronage of Mr. Achinthya Bandara, Senior Lecturer, Language and Linguistics from the University of Colombo and the directress for Kumon Dehiwala Learning Centre Mrs.Femidah Wahid. The occasion was graced [...]
Rainbow Resources Lanka Invites Young Journalists Across Sri Lanka to Apply for Journalism Fellowship Opportunity
Colombo, November 20, 2023 – Rainbow Resources Lanka, a leading advocate for media capacity building, with support from the U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka, invites aspiring and working journalists between the ages of 18-30 to apply for an innovative, one-year fellowship opportunity aimed at nurturing and empowering young journalists in Sri Lanka. Embark on a [...]
PAKISTAN HIGH COMMISSION AWARDS PRESTIGIOUS ALLAMA IQBAL SCHOLARSHIPS TO STUDENTS OF SRI LANKA
Pakistan High Commission, Colombo in collaboration with Higher Education Commission, Pakistan held Allama Iqbal Scholarship Award distribution, in a graceful ceremony for the session 2023, amongst the deserving Sri Lankan students. The scholarship is named after Allama Muhammad Iqbal, one of the greatest philosophers of all time. He envisioned the freedom movement and separate land [...]