Prefects donate supplies and vouchers to rural school in Badulla
The prefects of Agamathi Balika Vidyalaya National School recently made a donation to the students of a remote school in Rideemaliyadda in the Badulla district.They handed over books, clothes, dry rations and vouchers to purchase shoes to the students of Ritigahaarawa Primary School. The prefects were accompanied by their principal Ms Nelum Fernando, their vice [...]
Ed. Ministry to provide textbooks and learning equipment for underprivileged students
Pilot programme for the project to be held in the CMC area The Education Ministry has plans for a project to provide education equipment for underprivileged students, Education Minister Susil Premajayantha said recently. Replying to a question from the Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa at a Parliament session this week, the Minister said he is planning [...]
Applications called for 2022/23 Postgrad Diploma in Bilingual Education
Applications have been called for the Post Graduate Diploma in Bilingual Education for the 2022/23 academic year. The course is jointly organised by the Education Ministry’s Bilingual Education and Trilingual Programmes Branch and the Open University of Sri Lanka’s Post Graduate Institute of English. This is the only bilingual education postgraduate qualification available in Sri [...]
New department for Uva Wellassa University
The University of Uva Wellassa recently established an Agriculture Department. On the recommendations of the University Grants Commission, Education Minister Susil Premajayantha has issued a gazette notification regarding the establishment of the Agriculture Department at the university.
J’pura university students and scholars can now access The BMJ
Scholars and students at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura can now access the British Medical Journal from any of the computers at the university, through the university library’s “E-resources” facility. This is a trial access valid until April 27, 2023, a staff member of the university library said. This will provide opportunities for USJ students [...]
17th Sujata Jayawardena Memorial Oration on November 29
The 17th Sujata Jayawardena Memorial Oration will be delivered at 5:30 pm on Tuesday, November 29 at the BMICH by Former Central Bank Governor Deshamanya Dr. Indrajit Coomaraswamy on the topic “Economic Crisis : Where are we, and where do we go from here ?” The Annual Sujata Jayawardena Memorial Oration, being a premier annual [...]
Inquiries into ragging at Peradeniya University underway
Two inquires, one of them by the Police and the other by university authorities, are underway into last week’s ragging incident of first year students by senior students of the Peradeniya University. According to Deputy Vice Chancellor Terrence Madhujith, information has already been collected over the incident to bring to book the anti-social elements that are a [...]
Several new education reforms underway
Education Minister Susil Premajayantha provided an update on the educational reforms currently underway, in Parliament this week. He said a new programme will be implemented from next year onwards for children who completed the O/L exams to get vocational training from the school itself. The Minister was responding to a question raised by Samagi Jana [...]
Prof Capt. Nalaka Jayakody brings glory to Sri Lanka
Professor (Dr) Capt. Nalaka Jayakody, a renowned intellect in the academic and marine disciplines both nationally and internationally, was recently acknowledged with the Outstanding Alumnus award by the World Maritime University (WMU) at the 2022 Graduation Ceremony held on in Malmö, Sweden on 31st October. The decision to award this title comes from its Board [...]
BOC calls in applications for 18 Plus ‘Nanajaya’ Scholarship for A/L Achievers of 2021
Bank of Ceylon as a leading corporate citizen of the nation reaffirms its commitment towards developing and preparing the country’s youth to become future leaders. The Bank’s Nanajaya scholarship programme which rewards its 18 Plus Account holders who have achieved exceptional results in Advance Level examination remains key initiative in this regard. Accordingly, BOC is [...]
Deakin University Degree pathways in Early Childhood Education and Psychology – Only @ PCHE
Prospects College of Higher Education (PCHE) was established to provide Sri Lankan students with a holistic education. PCHE offers transfer pathways to some of the best Universities in Australia including Deakin University, Monash University, University of Wollongong, University of Western Sydney and Murdoch University. PCHE has a well-established partnership with Deakin University, Australia to provide [...]
Open doors to creative careers across a spectrum of industries- AOD’s futureproof Graphics and Visual Communication Programme
AOD alumni speak on career success that comes with a Graphics & Visual Communications Design degree In increasingly volatile times, job security and a rewarding career pathway are highest on the wish list when it comes to choosing a university programme. As a result, many parents and students are looking towards a qualification in graphics [...]
Study Engineering at Kyoto University of Advanced Science in Japan
www.kuas.ac.jp/en/ 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 [...]
REJUVENATED – THE 10th INSTALLATION CEREMONY OF THE ROTARACT CLUB OF GENERAL SIR JOHN KOTELAWALA DEFENCE UNIVERSITY
Bringing together youngsters in exchanging ideas and developing leadership & Professional skills has always been a major objective of Rotaract and Rotary. Rotaract and Rotary working alongside each other, this community encourages taking action through great service. The Rotaract Club of General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University is one such amazing club with a team [...]
Royal Institute Department of English and Teacher Development Centre awarded with the ‘Continuous Excellence Award 2022’ by Cambridge University Press and Assessment, South Asia
Royal Institute Department of English and Teacher Development Centre was recognised with a ‘Continuous Excellence Award’ for Cambridge Assessment English at the Sri Lanka CEM Meeting 2022, which was organised by Cambridge University Press and Assessment, South Asia. The Department of English of Royal Institute and Teacher Development Centre is affiliated with both Cambridge and [...]
Spare Plans and Mind Bumps
When I was young, a daughter of a very rich businessman said yes to marry me, from that moment onwards my entire thinking was wrapped around her. I was not at all keen to pursue any type of self-development such as education or career etc. I thought so as I believed that my future was [...]
Visit the UCL Transnational Education Fair on 26th and 27th November 2022
Whilst celebrating excellence of education for the past 7 years at UCL, we have a continuous and never-ending quest to offer discerning students the best opportunities in the market. After the recent successful education fair in August, UCL is happy to announce a larger and more comprehensive fair this November especially designed for students after [...]
Making the mark in the international academia
The Dean International and Professor of ICT at Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT), Prof. Mahesha Kapurubandara has been nominated as a finalist for Western Sydney University (WSU) International Alumni Leadership Award 2022 that recognises and celebrates outstanding alumni who have demonstrated sustained excellence in their personal and professional achievements and are leaders in [...]
‘SICASH 2022’ – Annual SLIIT Research Conference showcases University’s contribution to cutting-edge research and intellectual advancement
The ‘SLIIT International Conference on Advancements in Sciences & Humanities – SICASH 2022 was hosted by the Faculty of Humanities and Sciences, SLIIT for the third consecutive year recently, showcasing the University’s contribution to cutting-edge research and intellectual advancement. The Conference, held as a virtual event, under the theme ‘Creating Innovative Solutions through Research’, provided [...]
Business Degree at Curtin Colombo is not business as usual
Curtin Colombo, the latest addition to the global network of Curtin University in Australia, has expanded its academic operation by introducing a degree in Business offered by Curtin University Business School. Curtin Business School is recognised as an elite global business school through accreditation by the Association to Advanced Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and [...]
SLIIT partners with Millennium IT ESP to offer a Technology Graduate Scholarship Programme
The Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT), recognised for offering innovative and pathbreaking courses to boost local and international career prospects, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with MillenniumIT ESP, one of the largest fast-moving, purpose-driven technology solutions for businesses across the globe. The Industry Engagement Unit of the Faculty of Computing, in collaboration [...]
Tantalize 2022: Search for Sri Lanka’s University Talent
Tantalize has become the most awaited sensation as one of the biggest Inter-University Talent searches in Sri Lanka, organized by the Student Activity Club of Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology (APIIT), Colombo. Over the years this was recognised as a platform that produced amasing young talents such as Illuminate, and Blaze and other noteworthy [...]
Creating Brands through Social Entrepreneurship and missed opportunities in the international market – The Saga of Dr P. A. Kiriwandeniya
On the 14th of November 1941, when he was born no one would ever have imagined him to be standing so tall among all the social entrepreneurs made by Mother Lanka ever in history. His reputation is not limited to the boundaries of Sri Lanka but also has spread around the world especially in the [...]
Graduateship Examination in Chemistry & BSc Honours in Chemical Science 2022
(Subject to the Confirmation by the Academic Board & the Council of the Institute) Level 2 – Second Semester Subject Prizes for Best Performances Mr. Wasantha Samarakoon Prize for Concepts in Inorganic Chemistry II (C/CHE 22012) 205513 Ms.P. A. S. H. Perera Professor Siromi Samarasinghe Prize for Heterocyclic Chemistry and Spectroscopy (C/CHE 22022) 205560 Ms.T [...]
3rd International Research Symposium (Cirs-2022) Of Cinec Campus
The third research symposium of CINEC Campus “Transforming Innovation for Sustainable Development” was held on the 10th November 2022 at the Klaus E. Oldendorff Auditorium of CINEC Campus, Malabe. Chairman of the University Grants Commission-Sri Lanka, Senior Professor Sampath Amaratunga graced the event as the chief guest. The major objective of the International Symposium is [...]
The colourful sights at this year’s Galle District Literary Festival
The Galle District Literary Festival was held recently at the auditorium of the Galle District Secretariat. Galle District Secretary Shantha Weerasinghe was the chief guest. Those who emerged victorious in the school and open categories at district level literary competitions received awards and certificates. The keynote address was delivered by veteran author and lecturer Chulananda [...]