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Education and Career

Prestigious Moscow Medical University Sechenov Eyes Expansion to Sri Lanka

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka – Moscow State Medical University Sechenov, a renowned institution with a nearly 150-year legacy, is exploring investment opportunities in Sri Lanka’s higher education sector. Last Saturday, a high-level academic delegation from the university visited Sri Lanka. The delegation participated in discussions at the Russian Cultural Centre, followed by a meeting with the

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Education and Career

Surge in Interest: Nearly 1,000 Applicants Vie for Medical Degree at Sri Lanka Defence University

Sri Lanka’s General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) has attracted significant interest with 956 applications received for its paid medical degree program, according to State Minister of Defense, Premitha Bandara Tennakoon. The applications, comprising 868 from local A Level graduates and 88 from those with London A Levels, reflect the keenness among students to

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Education and Career Skills Development

CINEC’s Prof. Lalith Edirisinghe Awarded Chair Professorship by Dalian Maritime University

Prof. Lalith Edirisinghe, Dean of the Faculty of Management and Social Sciences at CINEC Campus, has been awarded a prestigious Chair Professorship by Dalian Maritime University (DMU), the world’s largest maritime university. This recognition follows a thorough evaluation of his extensive contributions across teaching, research, academic administration, and industry leadership. The award was conferred by

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Education and Career Skills Development

Candid Insights: Global Study Unveils Challenges Faced by Educators with Disabilities

The British Council in Sri Lanka has unveiled a groundbreaking publication titled “Being a Teacher with Disabilities: Perspectives, Practices, and Opportunities.” This comprehensive report examines the challenges, opportunities, and support networks encountered by educators with disabilities in Sri Lanka and four other countries. Based on extensive research and collaboration, the report sheds light on the

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Education and Career

Minister Announces Imminent Release of Circular on Education Administration Reforms

Education Minister Dr. Susil Premajayantha announced significant reforms in the education sector, unveiling plans to establish 1,220 school clusters across the country. These clusters will be overseen by 350 newly formed supervisory school boards, aiming to streamline educational administration and improve efficiency. Addressing the media at the Presidential Media Centre under the theme of ‘Collective

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Education and Career

University Non-Academic Staff Summoned to Negotiation Table by UGC Chair

Prof. Sampath Amaratunga, Chairman of the University Grants Commission (UGC), urged university non-academic staff to engage in negotiations, citing collaborative efforts by the Ministry of Higher Education and related government bodies to address salary disparities. Speaking at a media briefing held at the UGC, Prof. Amaratunga emphasized the importance of considering the welfare of university

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Education and Career Educational Opportunities

Newspaper Heading: “Youth Offered Concessional Loans to Pursue Korean Language Studies”

The Sri Lankan government, in collaboration with private sector institutions, has initiated a groundbreaking program aimed at empowering youth pursuing education and employment opportunities in South Korea. Social Empowerment State Minister Anupa Pasqual announced the provision of soft loans through Samurdhi Bank associations to facilitate the payment of course fees for students engaged in part-time

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Education and Career

CIPM Sri Lanka to Host NHRC 2024 on June 5-6, Centered on Theme: ‘Navigating the HR Horizon’

The Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM) Sri Lanka has announced the hosting of their flagship event, the National HR Conference (NHRC) 2024, scheduled for June 5-6 at the Monarch Imperial, Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte. Themed ‘Navigating the HR Horizon’, the conference aims to address the evolving landscape of Human Resources amidst the challenges posed by

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Education and Career

PIM Welcomes Dr. Asanga Ranasinghe as New Director

Dr. Asanga Ranasinghe, a seasoned industry professional with over 30 years of experience, has assumed the role of Director at the Postgraduate Institute of Management (PIM) with a vision to elevate it into a world-class post-graduate management school. The official ceremony marking his appointment took place at the PIM premises in Colombo 08 and was

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Education and Career

Online Lectures Persist Amidst Non-Academic Strike, Confirms UGC Chairman

Professor Sampath Amaratunge, Chairman of the University Grants Commission (UGC), addressed the ongoing strike by non-academic staff in universities, highlighting that despite the strike, academic staff continue to deliver education to students through online platforms. Emphasizing the resilience of the university sector, he noted that online lectures have been successfully conducted throughout the Covid-19 pandemic,

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