By Prof Hiran Amarasekera Let’s face a hard truth: You don’t need a four-year degree to secure a high-paying career anymore. In the current global economy, the barrier to entry has shifted. Employers—from Google to local startups—are caring less about where you went to school and more about what you can actually build, fix, or…
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Are you a 2024 A/L student aiming to enter a Sri Lankan state university in the 2024/2025 academic year? This guide is here to assist you in navigating the University Grants Commission (UGC) application process, ensuring you make informed decisions and avoid common pitfalls. 📅 Key Dates ✅ Eligibility Criteria To be eligible for university…
The University of Vocational Technology in Sri Lanka is accepting applications for the 2024-2025 academic year. If you have three S passes at GCE A/L examination or NVQ 5/6 qualification, then you can apply for these 3-4 year degree programs. The deadline for submissions is February 10, 2025. The university offers various programs, including a…
Program Overview The Open University of Sri Lanka offers a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) degree program with a newly approved curriculum featuring internationally recognized subjects. The program is available across nine regional centres throughout Sri Lanka. Admission Requirements To be eligible, candidates must meet ONE of the following criteria: AND Selection Exam LLB Open University…
Many students want to do O/Ls, A/Ls, and then university degrees. These have been the main way to show our education level for a long time. But now, there’s a new option – the NVQ system. Why is NVQ important? Some students find O/L and A/L exams difficult. If they don’t pass, finding good jobs…
The University Grants Commission (UGC) of Sri Lanka has released its proposed intake numbers for various degree programs across state universities for the 2022/2023 academic year. This information is crucial for students planning their higher education journey in Sri Lanka. Let’s take a closer look at the admission numbers for different courses of study. Key…
In a thought-provoking discussion with Sirasa TV, Professor Sampath Amaratunge, Chairman of the University Grants Commission of Sri Lanka, shed light on the often-overlooked potential of science degrees. While many students and parents remain fixated on pursuing medical studies, Prof. Amaratunge highlighted the diverse and rewarding career prospects that science disciplines offer within Sri Lanka…
In this post, we delve into the molecular biology degree programs offered by some leading universities in Sri Lanka: the University of Colombo, the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, the University of Peradeniya, and the University of Kelaniya. The University of Colombo offers two distinct degrees: The University of Sri Jayewardenepura offers a degree in Genetics…
Information systems (IS) is a rapidly growing field in Sri Lanka, and there is a high demand for qualified professionals. Graduates of information systems programs have many opportunities to advance their careers and earn high salaries. The IS degree programmes are designed to prepare students to be IT professionals with the necessary skills and knowledge…