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 […]
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Minimum Z score values for Biological Science degree programs – analysis of 2022 A/L data
Biological Science students can apply for various courses (Medicine, Health Sciences, Biological Science, Applied Science, Food Science and Technology, Molecular Biology etc.). Out of these, only biological science courses are analyzed here. Biological Science degree courses are available in eight universities in Sri Lanka. We analyzed 2022 A/L Z score minimum values for university selection […]
10 Things to Consider When Applying to Universities. Filling the UGC form
Choosing the right university is crucial to shaping your future academic and professional journey. As you apply to universities in Sri Lanka, it’s essential to consider various factors that will ensure you make an informed choice. In this blog post, we’ll explore ten things to consider when applying to universities in Sri Lanka. 1. Student […]
New BSc Honours Degree in Polymer Science and Industrial Management – Japura University
Introducing the new BSc Honours Degree in Polymer Science and Industrial Management offered by the Department of Polymer Science, Faculty of Applied Sciences at the University of Sri Jayewardnepura. The University of Sri Jayewardenepura has launched a new course for 2023 A/L A Level students: the BSc Honours Degree in Polymer Science and Industrial Management. […]
2023 A/L University Selection Application Procedure for Academic Year 2023/2024
Today (3 June 2024) marks the commencement of the university selection application procedure, announced by Prof. Sampath Amartunge, Chairman of the University Grants Commission (UGC). Prospective students can now download UGC Handbook and the application forms from the official UGC website, https://ugc.ac.lk/. Due to the ongoing University Non-Academic Strike, printed application books will not be […]
Top 10 Industry Career Job Options for Students After A/L and O/L
හොදම #රැකියා ලැබෙන විෂය ක්ෂේත්ර මොනවාද? Are you a student who just completed A/L or O/L exams and wondering what career paths are open to you? Choosing your next steps after school exams can be an exciting yet challenging time. To help guide your decision-making, here are the top 10 industry sectors with a wide […]
Micro-credentials: Short Online Courses that Enhance Your Degree and Employability
The Value of Micro-credentials: How Online Courses Can Enhance Your Degree and Employability In today’s job market, a bachelor’s or master’s degree alone is often not enough to make you stand out to employers. While your main qualification demonstrates your knowledge in a broader subject area, companies want specialised workers who apply directly to open […]
University Degree Courses Open to any/ all/ different A/L Subject Streams
Sri Lankan state universities offer a wide variety of bachelor’s degree programs that accept students from any A/L subject stream (Biological Science, Physical Science, Commerce, Arts or Technology stream). Check University degree programs for specific subject combinations Here is a comprehensive list of courses open to students of all backgrounds extracted using UGC handbook for […]
How Many Graduates and Postgraduates are Produced by Sri Lankan Universities?
Pursuing higher education is important. As a Sri Lankan student, you may wonder – how many graduates and postgraduates do our local universities produce every year? Understanding these numbers can help guide your academic decisions. Sri Lankan Univesity statistics published by the Univesity Grants Commission in Sri Lanka present a summary of students who graduated […]
No students admitted for University degree courses in 2023 based on 2022 A/L
Based on the data provided by the University Grants Commission of Sri Lanka, the number of students admitted to universities for the 2022/2023 academic year, based on 2022 A/L results is 42,147. No of students eligible and admitted to state universities Number of students who sat for the 2022 G.C.E A/L Examination: 274,304Number eligible for […]