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Access top 1% of the world’s universities. Study at Monash

Access  top 1% of the world’s universities. Study at Monash

After O/Levels After A/Levels If you are looking to provide your child with the best higher education opportunities, then a Monash College program is your best option. Delivered through ANC Education in Sri Lanka, Monash College programmes provides guaranteed direct entry into 1st or 2nd year of a range of Monash University degrees after satisfying [...]

Business Master’s Programmes from University of West London. Enrolments open for September 2013 Intake

Business Master’s Programmes from University of West London. Enrolments open for September 2013 Intake

-MBA -MSc International Business Management -MSc Accounting and Finance -MSc Project Management ANC Education the premier international higher education provider in the country started enrolments for the September 2013 intake of University of West London’s (UWL) Business postgraduate programmes. All business postgraduate programmes are internal British postgraduate qualifications delivered by a renowned lecture panel consisting [...]

Accelerate your career

Accelerate your career

“Our past EDP students have gained 30% – 300% increase in their salaries and significant promotions and career advancement within the first two years of completing the program Are you at a point in your life where your qualifications need a boost? Does your career need a kick start? So many of us are striving [...]

Disappointed with A/Level results?

Disappointed with A/Level results?

Learn The Truth about University Foundation Year to access world’s top universities Do you know that there are many University entry qualifications in the world other than A/Levels? To name a few –Year 12 (Australia), High School Diploma (America), International Baccalaureate (Europe), STPM (Malaysia), Senior Certificate (India), Senior Middle Year 3/Year 12 National University Entrance [...]

Unleash your creativity with a Degree in Multimedia

Unleash your creativity with a Degree in Multimedia

Of course you’ve watched countless movies directed by Bollywood and Hollywood directors and most definitely know what it feels like after watching a good movie with your loved ones. You might be one of the thousandsof people who are in love with Spielberg movies… But, Have you ever thought of creating a movie? OR how [...]

ANC Performing Arts Club organizes Sarong Party

ANC Performing Arts Club organizes  Sarong Party

The students of ANC Education recently came together for a themed party, dressed in a variety of colours. The event, a Sarong Party, was the first of its kind and was organized by the ANC Performing Arts Club, headed by President Chenuka Fernando. The rustic affair took place at Women’s International, Colombo and both the [...]

Sri Lankan students continue to head Down-Under as the University of Sydney reports significant increase in numbers

Sri Lankan students continue to head Down-Under as the University of Sydney reports significant increase in numbers

The number of Sri Lankan students studying at Australia’s top universities has risen sharply in recent years. Since 2008, the University of Sydney has experienced a 73% increase in its Sri Lankan international student numbers. Strong economic growth, a conspicuous lack of domestic undergraduate places and an overarching parental emphasis on quality education have all [...]

Why you should consider New Zealand Universities for tertiary studies

New Zealand is one of the best countries in the world to live and work in. Its universities also offers quality education recognised internationally these are the prime factors that increasingly attract international students from all over the world including developed countries like USA, Germany and Japan and developing countries like China, Malaysia, Korea and [...]

Meet Australian University representatives at Edlocate in the next fortnight

Meet Australian University representatives at Edlocate in the next fortnight

It is once again prime time to decide on tertiary education options for those students seeking opportunities for tertiary studies overseas. There are many criteria to consider before the vital decision is made as any wrong move may jeopardise the entire future. In making the final decision you need to consider -The career to embark [...]

The University of Queensland, Australia: A premier learning and research institution

The University of Queensland, Australia:  A premier learning and research institution

Ranked among the top 100 universities in the world* The University of Queensland (UQ) is one of Australia’s premier learning and research institutions. With a student population of more than 45,500 students, one in every four students is an international student. UQ is a founding member of the national Group of Eight, an alliance of [...]

Malaysia is a great country for tertiary studies – Be guided by Edlocate

Malaysia is a great country for tertiary studies – Be guided by Edlocate

Malaysia, one of the emerging developed countries in Asia offers quality education to international students through over 70 private universities that have been established in the country. The establishment of private universities and university colleges authorized to confer their own degrees were made possible with the passage of the Private Higher Educational Institutions Act of [...]

Is computing your line?

NIBM is the pioneer computer- education institute in Sri Lanka. The Management Information Systems(MIS) Division conducts computer training programmes to equip participants with skills required to obtain employment, and gain recognized qualifications. The division offers three diploma programmes, a higher diploma and several certificate programmes. The NIBM introduced its first Diploma in Computer System Design [...]

The Rotary Club Kandy brings Musical Theatre for the first time

The Rotary Club Kandy brings Musical Theatre for the first time

The Rotary Club of Kandy will once again make history by their efforts to help society and this time by joining hands with Yohanka School of Speech, Drama and Performing Arts and organizing a “Musical Theatre in aid of charity projects. The event will take place on 7 September 2013 ; 5.00 pm. at the [...]

Achievers CIMA fast track programme celebrates 5 years

Achievers Lanka Business School is renowned to help students obtain the CIMA Professional Qualification within the shortest period of time through thei runique and much talked about CIMA FAST TRACK programme. Achievers FAST TRACK is a branded CIMA programme which provides a competitive advantage to students by enabling them to complete the CIMA Qualification in [...]

TEDxColombo 2013: Success, Endurance, Discovery!

TEDxColombo 2013: Success, Endurance, Discovery!

In a world sworn by the mannerisms of a status quo, the only way to break out would seem to lie in the hands of select individuals who strive to make a difference- a difference that we can all relate to. With an ecstatic new theme this year around going along the footsteps of Success, [...]

Future world leaders start at Australia’s No.1 University*, ANU

Future world leaders start at Australia’s No.1 University*, ANU

During her time at ANU, Sashini Salgado has been actively involved in an incredibly wide variety of extracurricular activities. She has been a member of her Residential College Board, the Residents Associations, the International Students’ Department, and held the position of Senior Resident. Sashini represented her college in table tennis, volunteered with ANU Student Equity, [...]

Jayalath Manoratne Chief Guest for All-Island drama competition finals

Highly acclaimed dramatist Mr Jayalath Manoratne who is the only Sri Lankan to be honoured with the DLitt ( Doctor of Literature from University of Peradeniya) will grace the occasion as the Chief Guest at the 32nd All-Island Inter School Sinhala Drama competition organized by the Colombo YMBA to be held at the Colombo YMBA [...]

Applications open for second intake of SLIIT Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security

Applications open for second intake of SLIIT Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security

Enrolment is now open for the second intake of the Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security offered by the Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT). SLIIT collaborates with long-standing academic partner Curtin University – Australia to provide students with an opportunity to obtain an internationally recognised Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security awarded by Curtin University. [...]

Kings International Institute, associate of SLIIT introduces iBBA/BBA degrees with Memorial University, Canada

Kings International Institute, associate of SLIIT introduces iBBA/BBA degrees with Memorial University, Canada

Professor Michael Burns to meet prospective students from September2-6 at SLIIT Metro Campus SLIIT, a leader in the education arena of Information Technology in Sri Lanka, has joined hands with Memorial University, one of the top five comprehensive universities in Canada to provide students with a diploma leading to International Bachelor of Business Administration (iBBA) [...]

BIT Degree after G.C.E. A/L Examination UCSC recruiting students for FIT Course

The University of Colombo School of Computing (UCSC) has introduced an ICT Basics Course by the name Foundation in Information Technology (FIT) for students that have passed the G.C.E. (Advanced Level) Examination and not had the opportunity of entering a university as an internal student and with an aptitude for the ICT sphere. Students successfully [...]

Live-Study-Work in Australia!

Australia is a safe, friendly and harmonious country. It is exciting and vibrant, there is so much choice in selecting where to live, where to work and where to relax and holiday. The infrastructure is well developed and all major cities, regional locations and country areas are well serviced by up to date public transport [...]

British Psychological Society (BPS) recognized Internal Psychology Degree Program at ANC Education

Why Degree in Psychology is better than a Diploma? People are always searching for success. One of the best ways to achieve success is with a University degree rather than just a diploma as most people recognize the benefits of education when it comes to increased earning potential. The Limited higher education options in Psychology [...]

Congratulations to Belarus Medical Graduates

Congratulations to Belarus Medical Graduates

PATHE Study Medicine warmly welcomes the 2013 graduates of VSMU (Vitebsk State Medical University)to Sri Lanka Over the past 12 years PATHE Study Medicine – Sri Lanka’s leader in Medical student placement has placed hundreds of students in world recognized Medical universities. Vitebsk State Medical University (VSMU) Belarus is one of the top choices among [...]

An innovative approach to obtain a prestigious Degree

An innovative approach to obtain a prestigious Degree

A Degree should not be just a certificate but a qualification testifying intensive training as per bloom’s learning objectives taxonomy says GISM President An innovative approach for obtaining a prestigious Degree from a University has an advantage in the holistic development of the individual student. The result of this exercise is producing a creative, innovative [...]

Landslide win by Mercury at ACCA June 2013 examinations

Landslide  win by Mercury at ACCA June 2013 examinations

Mercury Institute of Management affirmed its status as to why they are currently the only platinum accredited ACCA tuition provider in Sri Lanka by carrying away 10 out of 13 prizes for the recently concluded ACCA examinations held for June 2013. With 3 of the 13 prize winners being students involved in self study, the [...]

International Crew of volunteers return to Colombo, Sri Lanka!

International Crew of volunteers return to Colombo, Sri Lanka!

Logos Hope, the world’s largest floating book fair, has brought its international crew back to Sri Lanka. The ship is already open to the public since August 30th allowing visitors the opportunity to purchase books and meet crewmembers. The ship’s 400 crewmembers are volunteers who have come from over 50 countries, leaving behind families, jobs, [...]

Visha’s ‘Chalana 4’ an exclusive dancing fiesta

Visha’s ‘Chalana 4’ an exclusive dancing fiesta

Senior students of VishaSchool of dancing are gearing up to perform in another traditional classical dancing concert at Lionel Wendt Theatre on 03rdSeptember 2013. VishaManohari De Silva, the Choreographer, Educationist and the great dancing ‘Guru’ had commenced pursuing her illustrious career in dancing at the tender age of 12 years as a student of Visakha [...]

Be a partner to inspire and groom our children to succeed in a global economy with social responsibility

There is a major challenge before the country to provide opportunities for the student population just over 7 million, 1/3rd of our population all Aspiring for a BETTER FUTURE under 25years, apart from children yet to be born. This is not only the responsibility of the Government, but Civil Society, Business Community Professionals and Individuals [...]

Have you completed your A/L’s?

Have you completed your A/L’s?

The Degree at IIHE is the best programme of its kind for management. It includes real life exposure to corporate problem solving and the research based dissertation that moulds you as a professional, enables you to face any challenge in the business world with confidence. This experience was invaluable” says Inoshi Ratnasekera Management Trainee at [...]

Fashion is really exciting and fun

“My passion for fashion started when I was very little with a great liking for rainbow colours with small pastels in my hands. As I grew I started liking different coloured dresses with intriguing detailing and patterns, and always wanted to dress with matching colours’ used to admire all the clothes of celebrities in Hollywood [...]

Becoming a fashion student; the wisest decision I’ve taken in my life..

“ I used to be one of those people who really had no particular idea on what to do in their lives after schooling. And then, as I got interested in Fashion Designing (which gradually happened in a way that I cannot really comprehend!) as my career path after completing my Advanced Levels in 2010, [...]

CINEC offers internationally recognized undergraduate programmes in computing

CINEC offers internationally recognized undergraduate programmes in computing

The Colombo International Nautical and Engineering College (CINEC) offers two unique and innovative programmes in computing in collaboration with the University of Wolverhampton, UK. – BSc (Hons) Information Systems -BSc (Hons) Information Technology This an excellent educational opportunity offered by the Faculty of Engineering and Technology of CINEC, for suitably qualified students to obtain an [...]

Why is the 12 month MBA at Oxford College of Business so popular?

The 12month AIB MBA is credited with providing graduates with a number of different skills, not least a wider perspective on business management and practices. But the benefits of this prestigious business school degree offered at Oxford College of Business (OCB) in affiliation with the Australian Institute of Business (AIB) go much further. A new [...]

Completed your A/L’s? ESOFT offer IT, Business, Engineering, and English Studies

Completed your A/L’s? ESOFT offer IT, Business, Engineering, and English Studies

Now that the A/L exams are over, it’s time to focus your attention on your future career. Whether your choice is management, accounting, law, medicine, engineering, or whatever it may be it is essential that you have a sound knowledge of the use of ICT as it will be important to your education and employment. [...]

Study overseas through Prospects Education

Are you planning on studying overseas after A/L’s? Have you decided on the program you want to enrol, university/College and the country where you want to study? Have you decided about your career options, pathway after completing your qualification, and the opportunities available for employment locally and overseas based on the qualification you obtain? Contact [...]

University of London International Programmes offer new route to a Bachelors

The University of London International Programmes launches its first foundation programme in Sri Lanka this year to help students prepare for undergraduate study. Designed by the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), the International Foundation Programme (IFP) has been developed to bridge the education gap of students aspiring to take a UK degree, [...]

IPM -The First, and the Best Choice after A/levels A/L was a hurdle. Now go for your goal!

Human Resource Management has gained much credence over the years as a professional qualification, earning high demand and reputation in the job market The Human Resource Management Qualification offered by the Institute of Personnel Management Sri Lanka is acknowledged as a precursor towards the Board Room! IPM is the proud recipient of the ISO 9000:2008 [...]

MSc in Project Management for the first time in Sri Lanka

MSc in Project Management for the first time in Sri Lanka

Project management plays a crucial role in the corporate world today. The demand for professionals in this field is rising rapidly, and those with reputed qualifications can expect lucrative job opportunities. With this is mind, the Global Institute of Project Management (GIPM) is introducing an international Masters Degree in Project Management. It is the first [...]

Commercial Bank CFO highlights the importance of a Chartered Accountant at CA Sri Lanka’s orientation seminar

Commercial Bank CFO highlights the importance of a  Chartered Accountant at CA Sri Lanka’s orientation seminar

The importance of a chartered accountant from an employer’s perspective was highlighted by the Chief Financial Officer of Commercial Bank Mr. Nandika Buddhipala at an orientation seminar organized recently by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) Mr. Buddhipala, who was the chief guest at the orientation seminar for CA Sri [...]

IBSL – Your pathway to become a professional in banking

IBSL – Your pathway to become a professional in banking

Education is fundamental requirement of an individual’s achievement and success. The current global trends on education have also enabled various study options to be implemented in many countries around the world. Students now have greater access to educational opportunities and this has resulted in a rapid increase in qualified professionals, however, the job opportunities rarely [...]

‘LAHES Professional Diploma in Business Administration’ a great success – Education coupled with employment!

‘LAHES Professional Diploma in Business Administration’ a great success – Education coupled with employment!

LAHES – The Corporate Campus is paving the way for school leavers to gain knowledge in a multitude of subject areas as well as obtain the much needed work experience. Students who completed the 2012/2013 programme were awarded their Diplomas recently. Furthermore, the best students of the programme were offered Management Trainee positions at LAUGFS, [...]

Step up for CIMA success at Imperial College

Step up for CIMA success at Imperial College

Ensure your child’s future success by enrolling them in CIMA at Imperial. CIMA – the world-renowned qualification – pushes boundaries in accounting, Finance, and Business Management.It increases skills of advising on business strategy, risk management, and the overall direction of the company and gives a professional training in Business Management that will stand your child in [...]

Foundation in Business Studies leading to Edexcel HND, only at HRMI

Foundation in Business Studies leading to Edexcel HND, only at HRMI

A six months Foundation Course leading to the Edexcel Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business is being conducted at HRMI to provide a solid orientation to students planning to start the HND. The Foundation syllabus will touch-upon most of the modules covered in the HND in order to enable students to familiarise themselves with the [...]

USQ Sri Lanka Alumni Chapter – Annual General Meeting 2013

USQ Sri Lanka Alumni Chapter – Annual General Meeting 2013

The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Sri Lanka Alumni Chapter of the University of Southern Queensland (USQ) was held on 26thJune 2013 at the Institute of Chartered Accountants of SriLanka (CA), the premier professional accounting body in Sri Lanka. This is the Alumni Chapter’s 5thAGM since its origination/inauguration in 2006. The Executive Committee appointed [...]

IESL Polonnaruwa District Centre–Boon to engineers in the region

IESL Polonnaruwa District Centre–Boon to engineers in the region

A District Centre affiliated to the North Central Provincial Centre of the Institution of Engineers, Sri Lanka (IESL) was established on 14th August, 2013 at Minneriya, Polonnaruwa. The event was attended by engineers working in the region. President of IESL, Eng. Tilak De Silva and Chairman – IESL ICT Committee,Eng. Arjuna Manamperi from the IESL [...]

IIHS launches the 1st International MSc (Health Administration) Programme in Lanka

IIHS launches the 1st International MSc (Health Administration) Programme in Lanka

International Institute of Health Sciences (www.iihsciences.com) country’s premier healthcare training institute launches the 1st International Executive MSc (Health Administration) programme in Sri Lanka in collaboration with AeU Malaysia. Launching ceremony of the program was held in Colombo with the participation of Aisa e University Representatives & many figureheads in the Sri Lankan Health Administration arena. [...]

IQA Wisdom Quiz 2013 – on September 14

“IQA Wisdom Ultimate Quiz Challenge” will be conducted by the International Quizzing Association (IQA) Sri Lanka branch at Kingsbury Colombo on Saturday 14th September. This will be the eighth consecutive year for this very popular “Wisdom Quiz” which has now become one of the “most looked forward to” table quiz events in Sri Lanka with [...]

Raffles Australian International Bachelor of Design launches in Sri Lanka

Raffles Australian International Bachelor of Design launches in Sri Lanka

New degree programme directly from Raffles College of Design and Commerce Australia (RCDC) Sri Lanka, Colombo 27th August 2013 – Raffles Colombo in Sri Lanka will offer the Raffles College of Design and Commerce (RCDC) Bachelor of Design degree, with specialisations in Fashion Design, Interior Design and Multimedia Design, commencing 30 September 2013. In addition, [...]

CIMA knowledge fast forward

CIMA knowledge fast forward is a knowledge sharing initiative which strives to improve the conceptual clarity of the business community with regard to a core management/financial accounting or business related knowledge area, describing the concept, and explaining how it applies in practice. Innovating for change and profit: the role of finance in innovation Change is [...]

Are you after your A/L’s?

First Time in Sri Lanka – A Single programme leading To Multiple Diplomas in Multiple Disciplines After A/L aspiring to achieve your career dreams, IDM Nations Campus has introduced an Innovative programme to assist you in the process. IDM with a proud history of assisting thousands of students for over three decades since 1981, known [...]

Star performances from Gateway students at the Edexcel International GCSE and Advanced Level examinations

Star performances from Gateway students at the Edexcel International GCSE and Advanced Level examinations

-Two students with 12 A Stars at IGCSE -Twenty students receive 7 A Stars or more at IGCSE -Six students with 3 A Stars or more at AL -Six students with 5 As at AS -Thirty-eight students with 3 As or more at AS Gateway students have achieved outstanding academic results at the Edexcel 2013 [...]

Another first from EDEX – EDEX Mid Year Expo 2013

Another first from EDEX – EDEX Mid Year Expo 2013

Initiated in 2004, EDEX has been setting trends in higher education and career guidance throughout the past decade. EDEX Expo has given a whole new perspective to higher education and career guidance with a broader and comprehensive platform for students, parents and investors. Impressive growth record of over 10 years with half a million visitors, [...]

British Council’s New Country Director for Sri Lanka visits AOD International Design Campus

British Council’s New Country Director for Sri Lanka visits AOD International Design Campus

Marking the strong British design education ties between AOD International design Campus and Northumbria University UK, Keith Davies the new country director for British Council Sri Lanka visited the AOD campus premises recently. Davies visited the campus’ studios and inspected the available facilities together with the immediate past British Council country director for Sri Lanka [...]

IIT student designs innovative solution for 3D scanning technology

IIT student designs innovative solution for 3D scanning technology

The Informatics Institute of Technology (IIT-www.iit.ac.lk) which takes pride in nurturing students and gearing them to take on the challenges of the modern working world, recently held the “ IIT Cutting Edge” exhibition for the 11th consecutive year , which showcases the projects of all final year students studying BEng (Hons) Software Engineering and BSc (Hons) [...]

Excellent, Interactive LLB Lectures at CLA

In Sri Lanka, at a time when degree providers are proliferating, the University of London LLB offers the prestige and security of an internationally recognized “gold standard” degree established for over 100 years. Upon graduating, the degree holder would be joining a distinguished group of barristers, solicitors, judges, lawyers worldwide to contribute to the sphere [...]

Become a Professional in one of Tomorrow’s most Important Careers;Explore Design on Sept. 7 at DESIGN CAREER DAY

Become a Professional in one of Tomorrow’s most Important Careers;Explore Design on  Sept. 7 at DESIGN CAREER DAY

DESIGN – the Winning Career of Tomorrow, Presented to Sri Lanka by Northumbria University UK and AOD International Design Campus in Partnership with British Council After AL or OL examinations there comes a time when all students together with their parents start making the crucial, life-changing decision about higher studies and future career paths to [...]

AAC Grad night 2013 ….Where young dreams took wing!

AAC Grad night 2013 ….Where young dreams took wing!

The Asian Aviation Centre has been in operation for over 28 years with both a Flying School as well as an Engineering School. Year after year the school recognizes a number of students for their above average performances. Once more the Centre gathered to congratulate and wish success to many more of the youngsters who [...]

SAITM – AIT engineering degree granted IESL recognition

The Institution of Engineers Sri Lanka (IESL), the governing body of engineering profession in Sri Lanka has fully recognized BSc Engineering degree courses conducted by SAITM in affiliation with the prestigious Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), Thailand. After carefully scrutinizing the curricular, the faculty and infrastructure at SAITM and AIT, IESL has decided to grant [...]

High Quality English Education with International Benchmarks

High Quality English Education  with International Benchmarks

The Rainbow Institute of Communication and English (www.rainbow.lk) is ready to flag off its’ City and Guilds, International English courses during its’ launch this month. “There has been tremendous interest from learners of all ages, not only from Colombo but even from places as far as Galle. Placement and enrolment now in progress. We are [...]

This September with your London exams results & local exam pending results

PATHE Study Medicine is a leading and foremost education referral university office in Sri Lanka which is handling student placement overseas for over a decade. PATHE Study Medicine is a fully owned subsidiary of ANC Education, Sri Lanka’s leader in higher education. Medicine is one of the main streams of study sought after by many [...]

Student Testimonial Why did you decide to study at Northshore College?

Well, for as long as I can remember, becoming an Engineer has been my passion! So when it came to considering my future career I knew what I wanted. But on the other hand when it came to choosing where I wanted to do my studies in engineering, I was pretty lost! All I knew [...]

EDEXCEL certified BMAC at BCAS

Another excellent preparatory course for Business related studies British College of Applied Studies, Kandy (BCAS) proudly claims to an array of foundation courses ideally catering to the school leavers, and BMAC is one of their excellent preparatory courses designed specifically for Business related studies. Nowadays more and more school leavers follow a foundation course right [...]

A launch-pad for successful Careers

A launch-pad for successful Careers

For the past 18 years OpenArc Education has focused on making their graduates truly “employment ready” long way before their graduation. There are a multitude of success stories at OpenArc Campus directly associating with their IT related programmes that integrate Academic Training in the latest concepts and technologies with genuine industrial exposure. It is a [...]

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