October 31, 2024
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5min
In a landmark achievement that reinforces its educational excellence, the Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT), has emerged as Sri Lanka’s number 1 non-state higher education institution, while also securing an impressive joint third place among all universities nationwide. Additionally, setting an unprecedented benchmark in industry relevance, SLIIT stands unrivalled as the country’s number […]

October 30, 2024
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6min
The Pearson BTEC Higher Education Forum 2024 was held on the 23rd of October 2024 at the Lotus Ballroom, Shangri-La Colombo, where British High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, His Excellency Andrew Patrick, was the Chief Guest. Hosted by Pearson UK to honour excellence amongst higher education institutions offering Pearson BTEC qualifications, the annual event is […]

September 25, 2024
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3min
In an effort to contribute to Sri Lanka’s talent pool through accessible globally recognized qualifications, ESOFT Metro Campus, Sri Lanka’s leading private higher education network, together with the LEAP Foundation awarded 50 students from across the country with scholarships worth LKR 55 million. The scholarships, awarded both in full and half, cover various disciplines such […]

August 30, 2024
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Colombo, Tuesday 27th August 2024: In today’s constantly evolving and fast-paced world, staying abreast with the latest trends in education is of vital importance. Once primary and secondary education is complete, many students now look for the most competitive, affordable and globally recognized opportunities to pursue their tertiary education dreams. The education consultancy services market […]

July 12, 2024
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7min
Choosing the right higher education institution is a critical decision that shapes any student’s future aspirations. Today, SLIIT stands at the forefront of educational innovation in Sri Lanka and a beacon of excellence, offering compelling reasons as the preferred higher education partner.     Unveiling a legacy of excellence in Sri Lankan education, SLIIT has […]

July 10, 2024
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2min
Amazon College Private Limited, a leading higher education institution in the country, has been honoured as the Leading Company of the Year in the Educational Institute/Services category (Medium-Gold) at the Business World International Awards. The award ceremony, organised by Business World International Organisation, took place recently at the Taj Samudra Hotel in Colombo. Dedicated to […]

June 17, 2024
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By Ranga De Silva After completing advanced level (A/L) education in school, higher education is of the utmost importance to students to enhance career opportunities. Some students move immediately to employment, seeking avenues to fund higher education via employment earnings, while some directly move to higher education after school.     According to the Department […]

April 4, 2024
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Serendib Flour Mills (SFML), driven with the purpose of nourishing the nation is recognizing academic excellence and supporting higher education through its ‘Serendib Adhi Shakthi University Scholarship Program’. Ten exceptional students among the Sri Lankan estate community who achieved the highest z-scores were recently awarded the scholarships.     In making a meaningful difference in […]

March 20, 2024
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3min
In a significant stride towards providing education and fostering the growth of caregivers, Certis Lanka unveiled its newest venture, the Identity College of Higher Education (ICHE), in a grand opening ceremony on the 12th of March 2024. With a solemn dedication to nurturing and empowering caregiver students, ICHE marks a pioneering initiative in Sri Lanka’s […]


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