The future looks bright
The Future Minds Educational exhibition which opened at the BMICH on Friday will conclude today. A large number of visitors, including students, visited the exhibition over the two days. Students of Vihara Maha Devi Balika Vidyalaya, Kiribathgoda are seen visiting the stall by SLTMobitel-Nebula Institute of Technology seeking information on courses available. Pic by Indika [...]
Government won’t give in to non-academic staff demand
The Government has turned down the demand by University non-academic staff to increase their allowances as it would cost the State an additional Rs40 billion, besides causing complications in other services, Education Minister Susil Premajayantha told Timesonline. He said that if their allowances are increased, other services too would make similar demands and the overall [...]
Teacher-student ratio important in education reforms: Minister
The Education Ministry expects a future balance in teachers at both provincial and educational zone levels, Minister Dr Susil Premajayantha said. This teacher-student ratio plays a significant role in the execution of education reforms, he said. Nine educational units corresponding to the nine provinces would be established, and the current 100 education zones will be [...]
New teachers, retired teachers to plug gaps in educators
Education Minister Susil Premajayantha has announced that 2,500 new teacher appointments for national schools are set to begin on July 3. Plans have been made to recruit 2,100 teachers for subjects including Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Mathematics, Technology, and Foreign Languages. 500 teachers would be hired in accordance with the results of the 2021 English Medium [...]
School staff to strike, ministry seeks parents, past pupil help
Education Minister Susil Premajayantha has warned that renewed strike action by teachers and other staff will cripple plans to complete the syllabuses. He said there was no use of strike as the Government does not have money to grant any increases and allowances this year as allocations have not been made. Library assistants, watchers, labourers [...]
Youth Corps must evolve with the times: President
President Ranil Wickremesinghe has emphasised the need to cultivate a generation of youth equipped with the knowledge and training necessary to meet future challenges. He said that an economic programme aimed at generating substantial income for the youth is being implemented. The President was speaking at a meeting with members of the National Youth Corps [...]
Environment Day drama competition
The Southern Province Environmental Ministry and the Central Environmental Authority (CEA) in the south jointly organised a short drama competition to mark Environment Day. Guruwala Junior School in Angunukolapelessa won the first prize in the competition. Chief Secretary for the Southern province, Sumith Alahakoon, Environmental Ministry Secretary (Southern Province) Vidura Kariyawasam were among the main [...]
Kingswood Union celebrates 120th year
Kingswood Union celebrated its 120th year with a gala dinner dance, the best in recent times in the Central Province. But in fact it has been 124 years if we count from the time the seed was planted for an Old Boys union by none other than Principal Col E H Spencer who joined Kingswood [...]
Sri Lankan diaspora help launch Public Learn
The official launch of the Public Learn Education Platform http://www.publiclearn.lk/ took place on Thursday at the Presidential Secretariat, under the patronage of President Ranil Wickremesinghe. Public Learn is a platform that guides users to free courses from the world’s top universities. Operated by Regent Global, it has been funded by the Sri Lankan diaspora in [...]
J’Pura hosts Back to Campus event
The Science Alumni Association of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura hosted its Back to Campus event with the participation of over 500 alumni. The event kicked off with university and faculty videos showcasing the proud history and accomplishments. The welcome address was by Association President Mahinda Ranasinghe. A video transported alumni back to their university [...]
University applications open
The University Grants Commission (UGC) is currently accepting applications for admission to universities for the 2023-2024 academic year from Friday (June 14), based on students’ performance at the 2023 Advanced Level (A/L) Examination. Applications can be submitted via the UGC’s official website at https://www.ugc.ac.lk/, UGC Chairman Prof Sampath Amaratunge said. The application submission deadline is [...]
Sri Lanka National Commission for UNESCO bill approved
The Sectoral Oversight Committee (SOC) on Education approved the “Sri Lanka National Commission for UNESCO” bill, which was submitted to it following presentation in Parliament. The Parliamentary Communications Department said the approval was granted during the recent meeting of the SOC on Education, chaired by Member of Parliament Dr V Radhakrishnan. This measure is being [...]
Commencing A/L classes would realign timetables, prevent students idling: Minister
Commencing Advanced Level classes would remedy the delay in the examination time table and term time tables caused by several school closures in the past. Education Minister Susil Premajayantha explained that the Ministry took on the challenging task of starting Advanced Level classes following the Ordinary Level examination as the students miss education for a [...]
Sri Lanka universities ranked globally for achieving SDG4
The Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2024 has placed the Rajarata University of Sri Lanka (RUSL) between 801 and 1,000 worldwide universities for achieving the fourth Sustainable Development Goal (SDG): High-quality education. The University of Colombo (UoC), University of Peradeniya (UoP) and General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) have been ranked between 601-800 among [...]
Inauguration of Diploma in Laboratory Technology (DLT) of College of Chemical Sciences 2024
The Ceremonial Inauguration of the Diploma in Laboratory Technology programme 2024 of the College of Chemical Sciences was held on the 9th of June 2024 at the P P G L Siriwardene Auditorium, Institute of Chemistry Ceylon. Mrs. Deepika Seneviratne, Governmant Analyst graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. The occasion was honoured by Prof. [...]
Navigating Life as an International Student
Embarking on a journey from Sri Lanka to Australia for higher education is a transformative experience for many students, including Bhanuka Kodikara, a proud graduate of Swinburne University of Technology. His story reflects the seamless transition facilitated by Nawaloka College of Higher Studies (NCHS), which partnered with Swinburne to offer globally recognised qualifications right here [...]
Climate resilience and the future of brand marketing-ii
As we celebrated World Environment Day with floods last week, the article focused on the rise in consumption and its effects, such as global burning (global warming has now become global burning) to sudden natural disasters, etc., coming into play in the lack of a coordinated approach and the role that marketing has to play [...]
Empowering Young Minds: How Distance Learning in Management is Shaping Careers of Sri Lankan School Leavers
In the digital age, education has exceeded traditional boundaries, offering unparalleled opportunities for learners across the globe. In Sri Lanka, a country rich in cultural heritage and driven by a growing economy, distance learning in management disciplines is emerging as a vital pathway for school leavers to develop their careers while continuing their studies. This [...]
Achieve your DOCTOR dream
Kursk State Medical University, a world-recognized university in Russia, was established in 1935. Currently, more than 500 Sri Lankan students are studying medicine at the university, while more than 1,000 graduated medical practitioners work globally. Prof. Lugoniv Denise, who invented the first Russian and the world’s first vaccine against COVID-19, is a graduate of Kursk [...]
Unlearning is the Super Skill of the future
As we approach the new world of work, corporations can no longer assume that their previous business models and methods of organising will build or sustain their sources of competitive advantage. Increasingly, companies are adopting designs such as continuous transformation, virtual teams, and cellular organisations to define how they will revamp their strategies and ways [...]
STRATEGIES FOR EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION IN THE WORKPLACE
Introduction In an era where remote work, global teams and digital collaboration have become the norm, the significance of effective communication has never been more pronounced. It is not just about transmitting information, but also about understanding the multifaceted approach that encompasses verbal, nonverbal, and written forms of expression. From conveying ideas and instructions to [...]
GISM Helps Sri Lankan Students to gain World-class Qualifications from Massey University in New Zealand
The Graduate Institute of Science and Management, which is known as “GISM”, helps students to study in New Zealand with affordable cost under a credit transfer arrangement. This study model works well with a saving of a significant amount of hard currency in this country. Developing a strong collaboration as the Education and Research Partner, [...]
Gateway Launches Bachelor Of Education (Hons) Degree
Gateway Group one of the largest educational organizational networks in Sri Lanka with a reputation of having high standards of education at all levels launched yet another exciting programme for the upliftment of teachers. With the advancement of Private and International Schools, teaching is emerging as an attractive career in Sri Lanka and the world [...]
Lalith Athulathjmudali Foundation-(LAF) & Sri Lanka Institute For Information Technology (SLIIT) Laf- Sliit Scholarship Programme
LALITH ATHULATHMUDALI FOUNDATION (LAF) & SRI LANKA INSTITUTE FOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (SLIIT) Scholarship Programme stands as a testament to the vision and legacy of late Lalith Athulathmudali, who firmly believed that education is the most reliable path out of poverty. To Lalith, education as a whole was sine-qua-none of his existence. He believed that an [...]
QS WUR 2025: MSU RANKED 580 IN THE WORLD
In a testament to its commitment to excellence in education, Management and Science University (MSU) Malaysia has secured its position on the global stage by ranked in the prestigious QS World University Ranking 2025 edition. The university has been ranked 580th in the world, a remarkable achievement that demonstrate its commitment to providing transformative educational [...]
Fast-track Your Higher Studies: Choose the University of London Foundation at Royal Institute of Colombo
In the fast-paced modern generation where solutions are sought at lightning speed, a Foundation Programme that keeps students on track, bypasses traditional A/Ls, and accelerates their graduation becomes not just a convenience but a necessity. In this context, the University of London Foundation Programme at Royal Institute of Colombo (RIC) emerges as a beacon of [...]
Bridging Cultural Divides: The Impactful Journey of OSC’s Cultural Exchange Service Programme
In a world where understanding and empathy are paramount, The Overseas School of Colombo (OSC) has been at the forefront of fostering meaningful connections among diverse communities through its Cultural Exchange service programme. Recently, the programme’s heart-warming final gathering served as a poignant testament to the transformative power of this initiative, bringing together students from [...]
Unlock Your American Dream with NCHS
Nawaloka College of Higher Studies (NCHS) is dedicated to providing Sri Lankan students with world-class educational opportunities, including the chance to earn a prestigious American degree. Through the USA Degree Transfer Programme, NCHS offers a seamless and cost-effective pathway for students to start their academic journey in Sri Lanka and complete their degrees in the [...]
Mastering Self-Regulation: Essential for All Learners, Crucial for Open and Distance Learning
In today’s educational landscape, self-regulation stands out as a fundamental skill for learners across all contexts. However, for those engaged in Open and Distance Learning (ODL), it becomes particularly crucial. Self-regulation, as defined by Zimmerman (2011), is the ability to control behaviour, emotions, and thoughts in pursuit of long-term goals. This skill is not an [...]
Wisdom beyond Education: My Journey at the BIDTI
In an era where everything is considered a race – a rat race – starting from education to careers to even human relationships, our search for happiness & satisfaction continues to be an ongoing quest. In the case of education, many view it as a means to an end, often a promotion, career change or [...]
Vitebsk State Medical University Belarus and Manipal University College Malaysia Producing Best Medical Doctors to Sri Lanka
IMC Education: No. 1 Medical Education Placement Organisation in Sri Lanka IMC Education, the leading medical placement organisation in Sri Lanka, has once again proven its excellence by guiding students to top achievements in the ERPM/ACT 16 examination. Recognised with the Gold Award for Global Medical Placement at the ICSG Awards 2024, IMC Education continues [...]
CFA Society Sri Lanka Capital Market Awards 2024 to raise awareness on public-private partnership potential
The eagerly anticipated 11th annual CFA Society Sri Lanka Capital Market Awards is scheduled to be held on Tuesday, 18 June 2024, at the Oak Room, Cinnamon Grand, Colombo. The CFA Society Sri Lanka Capital Market Awards has been a flagship event in the CFA Society Sri Lanka calendar since its inception in 2012, and [...]
Eliminate the wait and join London AL or SACE at Gateway
Gateway College has opened registration for post OL/IGCSE students to complete their final stage of schooling both efficiently and successfully. Gateway’s newly-designed programme of study that commences on the 24th of June not only offers students a wide range of options but grooms them with skills and competencies needed for University and Life. There is [...]
Royal Institute of Colombo Open Day | 22 June from 9 am to 1 pm
Are you after A/Ls and searching for the next step towards academic excellence and a promising career? Royal Institute of Colombo (RIC) warmly invites you to their Open Day on Saturday, June 22, 2024. This event promises a comprehensive experience for students eager to explore a variety of local and international study options. Royal Institute [...]
Revolutionising Stroke Detection: BrainQ – A Pioneering Innovation by Sri Lankan Engineer in Australia.
In the ever-evolving field of medical technology, the integration of advanced neurodiagnostic systems has the potential to transform healthcare practices. One such groundbreaking innovation is BrainQ, a cutting-edge project designed to detect real-time strokes using brain-computer interface (BCI) technology. Innovated by Sri Lankan researcher Engineer Chameera De Silva, who currently resides in Australia, BrainQ promises [...]
The Role of Relationship Marketing and Human Interaction in Sri Lanka’s Banking Sector
Amid the current economic crisis in Sri Lanka, discussions are ongoing regarding the models needed for recovery. This article explores the importance of adopting relationship marketing practices with a human touch in Sri Lanka’s banking sector. Spencer and Lawley (2006) argue that non-price competition, seen as a way to differentiate organizations, drives customer relationship management. [...]
Dementia or Old-Age Forgetfulness?
As the world advances in the field of medicine and healthcare, the life expectancy of an average human being continues to increase. Whilst this is considered a significant factor for a developing country, it is also considered a burden to a country. As the population of the geriatric population increases, so does the need for [...]
From a Simple Fish Tank to Zero-Maintenance Aquariums: The Inspirational Journey of Sathsara Dinujaya
A Symphony of Water: Sathsara Dinujaya’s Quest to Revolutionise Aquariums In the world of aquariums and aquatic life, Sathsara Dinujaya stands out as a beacon of innovation and passion. In the heart of Sri Lanka, a young entrepreneur named Sathsara Dinujaya has transformed a childhood passion into a thriving business, setting new standards in the [...]
SLIIT MSc Programmes empower professionals with industry-relevant courses to unlock new opportunities
Providing students, the platform to expand their horizons, enhance skills and extend their qualifications, the Master of Science (MSc) programmes at SLIIT offers the ideal solution to empower professionals with industry-relevant courses to unlock new opportunities. SLIIT offers a variety of MSc programmes such as the MSc in Information Technology, Information Management, Information Systems, Information [...]