A/L student creates fuel distribution app
An A/L student of Agrabodhi National School in Kantale has produced a mobile app which can be used for fuel distribution. The student–W.A.S. Hansamalith–presented his invention to the Eastern Province chief secretary Thusitha P. Wanigasinha and zonal education director Prabash Dharmatillaka recently. Pix by Amadoru Amarajeewa
Five-day school week on the cards; talks to be held soon
Official says staff attendance has been high over the past couple of weeks The Education Ministry is planning to have classes in schools for the full week instead of the current system of limited classes during the week due to the fuel crisis. Education Ministry officials will call for a meeting with provincial educational officials and zonal [...]
Kilinochchi gets a new school from KOICA and UNICEF
KOICA, a Korean government agency focused on development cooperation for people, together with UNICEF has donated a newly constructed school in the Northern province. The school, Mukkomban Maha Vidyalayam in Kilinochchi, was handed over at a ceremony which was held recently. It was attended by Korean Ambassador Santhush Woonjin Jeong, KOICA Country Director Myung Jin [...]
Japanese language to be added to A/L tech stream
The Cabinet has accepted the proposal of the Labour and Foreign Employment Minister Manusha Nanayakkara to promote Japanese language proficiency in schools. The proposal included teaching Japanese in the Advanced Level Technology stream under the 13-year educational programme, to provide Sri Lankan youth with nearly 350,000 job opportunities. English and soft skills are also to [...]
2021 A/L exam results out at the end of this month
This year’s A/L exams postponed to early December The 2021 A/L exam results will be released at the end of this month Education Minister Susil Premajayantha announced recently. The Minister said the reason for the delay in results, which were meant to be released on August 15, was due to the inability to hold practical [...]
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ACBT is the pioneer in providing overseas higher education in Sri Lanka since 1998, and partnered with world renowned Navitas group, with 130 colleges around the world in over 31 countries. ACBT, having partnered with Middlesex University in London, offers an integrated pathway into Middlesex University (MDX) degrees, through a wide range of International University [...]
Your Best Route to University after O/L’s
An Internationally Recognised Qualification that readies you for University, only at APIIT NCUK International Foundation Year: A qualification that helps you to improve your English language level and develop a range of study and social skills. If you’ve completed your O/L’s the question of ‘what next?’ can be quite daunting. Options such as foundation programmes, starting [...]
Webinar on Complexity, Science and Technology for Sustainable Development
Conducted by The Institute of chemistry Ceylon In Collaboration with The Organization of Professional Associations of Sri Lanka. On !9th August 2022 at 6.00 pm. Gearing toward both social and Technological development in the key for the development of a nation. This webinar would be focusing on how economic complexity can be employed for sustainable [...]
QORA continues English programme for rural students
This year too, Queensland Old Royalist Association (QORA) is expected to spend approximately Rs.12,000 for each student to improve communication skills of rural children entering Royal College at Grade 6 and living in the school’s hostel. The programme is delivered by the Wendy Whatmore Academy of Speech and Drama (WWA). This programme, which began in [...]
Korean Ambassador visits UoK; appreciates Govt.’s efforts to promote Korean language education
UoK Vice Chancellor keen on possible opportunities for higher education, technology transfer and sports development,between both countries Korean Ambassador Santhush Woonjin Jeongrecently visited the University of Kelaniya and met with the university’s Vice Chancellor Prof. Nilanthi de Silva, reviving memories of his country’s ties with the university. The Ambassador’s visit is a testament to 45 [...]
Using data effectively to support businesses
There is an imperative need to record, manage, and use information for day-to-day operations or strategic decision-making when it comes to businesses. Behind every successful business is the effective use of data. The Masters of Business Information System (MBIS) coursework programme at the School of Information Technology, Monash University Malaysia, prepares students for careers in [...]
MSI Colombo, the student’s choice after A/L’s for a recognised & affordable higher education
In this rapidly developing fast-paced world we live in, every decision you make has a major impact on your future – and it’s important that you find the correct education partner and the correct education avenue at a very early age if you are to emerge as successful leaders in whichever industry you choose. When [...]
Focus on the Aim and Ignore the Bait
In 1995, my father, who was a very responsible person, sold the only plot of land he had bought through his untiring earnings, so that I could go to Australia to pursue my studies and become victorious, which is the ultimate dream of every parent. When I landed in Melbourne during the cold winter, little [...]
Australian Qualification in Aged Care right here in Sri Lanka
One of the fastest growing economic sectors in the world that provides opportunities worldwide Australasian Academy (AA) is the only private higher education institution in Sri Lanka to offer an Australian Aged Care course. In partnership with Australian National Institute of Business and Technology (ANIBT) one of the leading and well established higher educational institutions [...]
UCL Transnational Education Fair on 20th and 21st August 2022 for Students after O/Ls and A/Ls
Are you after O/Ls or A/Ls? Waiting to start your foundation or degree? Then visit the most professional education fair – The UCL Transnational Education Fair to ensure that you get the best choices, options and opportunities in higher education in global destinations such as Australia, Canada, UK, Malaysia and many more. We invite all [...]
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Swinburne Rises in Rankings: on the Quest for Quality Swinburne has an international reputation for quality research that connects science and technology with business and the community. The universities standing in prestigious world academic ranking lists reflects its commitment to high-quality teaching and research and graduate outcomes. Some of these rankings and ratings include being [...]
Study Engineering at Kyoto University of Advanced Science in Japan
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 only in Japan [...]
NCHS offers Australian Degree that can be fully completed locally
Partners with Federation University to offer best-in-class Australian learning to Sri Lanka Leading tertiary education provider, the Nawaloka College of Higher Studies (NCHS), recently announced a partnership with Federation University, Australia, one of the top 500 universities for education worldwide, to offer Degrees to Sri Lankan students that can be completed 100% locally. Students wishing to [...]
USJ MBA/MSc students visit Jaffna
The MBA unit of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura organised a four-day study tour to Jaffna for the students of the MBA/MSc 2019 batch from 30th June – 3rd July, 2022. The study tour which included a visit to the University of Jaffna, was organised to provide an opportunity for the students to interact and share [...]
Third Year Running! Deakin University, Australia, in partnership with the Royal Institute of Colombo, successfully concludes the Young Environmentalists’ Challenge (YEC) 2022
A talented team, “Fission Impossible”, from Bishop’s College, Colombo, have emerged triumphant in an international environmental competition for high school students- Deakin University’s Young Environmentalists’ Challenge (YEC). The formidable team, consisting of A-Levels students Mehara Jayasinghe, Visha Peiris, Aniqah Irshad Cassim and Amashki Samarasinghe, mentored by their teacher-n-charge, Mrs. Anushka Kavirathne, developed their winning environmental [...]
Innovation for Change
APIIT partners with Citra Social Innovation Lab to design citizen-centric solutions for pressing socio-economic problems The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Sri Lanka’s Citra Social Innovation Lab introduced the students of APIIT to the fundamentals of Human-Centred Design and its application in designing innovative, citizen-centric, and sustainable solutions to pressing socio-economic problems. Students were equipped [...]
CSSL Vice President appointed as the Director of UCSC
Dr. Ajantha Atukorale has been named the fifth director of the prestigious University of Colombo School of Computing (UCSC) . Professor K. P Hewagamage, a CSSL member, who has held the position for the past six years, is succeeded by Dr Ajantha Atukorale. Professor V. K. Samaranayake founded UCSC in 2002, and it has made [...]
CIMA and UCL establish a strategic partnership to professionally empower UCL Undergraduates
Sri Lanka’s premier transnational higher education provider, UCL and CIMA established a strategic partnership to enable the undergraduates at UCL to complete the prestigious CIMA Professional qualification through the CGMA Finance Leadership Programme (FLP). A memorandum of understanding was signed on August 9th 2022 at UCL Auditorium, presided over by senior officials of both entities. The strategic [...]
Do you want to be a DOCTOR?
It is no secret that the majority of the parents are waiting for the A/L results to get an idea about the eligibility of studying Medicine in a Sri Lankan government university. A gap of a single mark can fade the dream of becoming a medical practitioner and if not the only option available is [...]
Miami Ad School was named the Future Lions School of the Year at the iconic Cannes International Festival of Creativity held in June 2022
Miami Ad School – currently the world’s most awarded creative school – has been named School of the Year for racking up the most shortlisted submissions. M.AD’s 16th global campus was launched in Sri Lanka and the Maldives by the Academics Group in October 2020. The Colombo campus is located at Dickman’s Road, Colombo 4. [...]
Belvoir College International
Belvior College International, a wholesome place to give your child a head start in life. Belvoir College centrally located in the most convenient location: between Galle Road and Havelock Road, providing an International Education at an affordable rate: which is a great comfort during the time of a crisis within the country. For your convenience [...]