Colours Night, students shine bright
The Colours Night of Southlands College, Galle took place this week. Past pupil Anoma Rathnayake, Senior Lecturer and Head of the Department of Sports Science and Physical Education at the University of Kelaniya, was the chief guest. Here one of the students receives an award. Principal Sumedha Kariyawasam was also present . By Sirangika Lokukarawita
NHEDC bill to be submitted to Parliament
The proposed Bill to establish the National Higher Education Development Commission (NHEDC) replacing the University Grants Commission (UGC) will be submitted to Parliament shortly, State Minister of Higher Education Dr Suren Raghavan said. The Commission will have four branches; with one of them overseeing State-funded universities, while another would oversee 26 non-State universities including the [...]
Applications called to fill vacant principal positions
The Education Ministry has called for applications to fill vacant Grade 1 education administrative service principal positions at national schools. According to directives issued by the education services committee of the public services commission, applications have been called from education administrative service Grade I officials, to fill the vacant principal positions in schools. The ministry [...]
Lanka, Hungary to sign MoU to promote sports
A proposal to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop and strengthen the cooperation between Sri Lanka and Hungary by promoting sports education and sports, was approved by cabinet this week. The proposal was presented by Minister of Sports and Youth Affairs Harin Fernando.
Mid-day meal to be provided in 9,000 primary schools
A mid-day meal programme in 9,000 primary schools will be launched from Monday under a fresh government initiative to provide meals for students. Rs 16.6 billion has been allocated for the programme which is expected to feed 1.6 million students. All primary schools will receive mid-day meals under the programme, while national schools have been [...]
SAU calls applications for post grad and PhD programmes
The South Asian University (SAU) has invited applications for post graduate and PhD programmes for the academic year 2024-25. SAU also offers 75 scholarships for PG and 25 scholarships for PhD programmes. SAU was established in 2010 with an objective of equipping the young minds of the South Asian region with world-class cutting edge knowledge [...]
English speaking to be introduced in Grade 1
The Education Ministry has launched an activity-based oral English (ABOE) programme to improve speaking and listening abilities of pupils in Grades 1-2. Children who begin Grade 1 this year will be enrolled in the ABOE programme. While English is taught in schools starting in Grade 3, it is essential for schoolchildren to have English speaking [...]
Introducing Sri Lanka’s First Creative A/L School
Sri Lanka’s first-ever creative A/L School—Brightly College—introduces creative A/L subjects that complement high school education to enrich London and local A/L pathways We’re offering these creative A/L subjects part-time, allowing students to seamlessly integrate creative thinking to excel in their current studies in Math, Science, Arts and Commerce A/L streams Students over 15 years of [...]
ESOFT Launches Doctoral Programmes with Renowned Universities
ESOFT Metro Campus, Sri Lanka’s leading private higher education network, celebrated the launch and inauguration of two prestigious doctoral programmes at its premier Campus One branch at One Galle Face Business Tower on March 13th, 2024. The ceremony marked the introduction of the first and only British PhD programme in Sri Lanka, delivered by Kingston [...]
Curtin University’s distinguished BBA programme empowers future leaders and helps students thrive in competitive global marketplace
Curtin University’s Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) offered by Curtin Colombo Campus provides students with cutting-edge skills, real-world experiences, and global mindset needed to become the next generation of business leaders. Through its inclusive and innovative curriculum, industry partnerships, and international focus, Curtin is preparing graduates for success on the world stage. The Curtin Bachelor [...]
British Council launches Women in STEM Scholarships for 2024-25
British Council and UK universities collaborate to support female graduates in pursuing global credentials in STEM Scholarships aim to bridge gender disparities in STEM education and workforce, fostering innovation and global collaboration British Council, the UK’s international organisation for educational opportunities and cultural relations, in partnership with UK universities, has announced the launch of British Council [...]
The Career Development Centre is prepared to guide aspiring immigrants to Australia for the new programme year 2024-2025
Off-shore Agent ID number :3001304 The leading name in Australian migration consultancy, The Career Development Centre (CDC), has for more than two decades been at the forefront of helping many hopeful migrants from Sri Lanka realise their dreams of reaching greener pastures in Australia for a better life. Led by its dynamic founder and senior [...]
One Among the leading Educational Institutions in Sri Lanka
“128 years of Excellence in Education, Sports and Spiritual Upliftment”. St.Joseph’s College, Colombo 10, was founded in 1896, on the 2nd March 1896. College day was celebrated on the 19th March 2024. “Fruits of Virtue and of Knowledge, Here we gather , Peace and Power…………………. An inexplicable joy fills my heart in penning down my [...]