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Your 6-week internship can teach more than months in a classroom

Many students worry that internships abroad are just “busy work.” But here’s the reality: a short program abroad can transform your skills and career prospects. AIESEC internships are hands-on, project-driven, and skill-focused. You won’t just watch – you’ll lead projects, solve real problems, and collaborate with global teams. Whether it’s managing a marketing campaign in Your 6-week internship can teach more than months in a classroom

16 year-old Sashane winning International public speaking competition

Sixteen-year-old Sashane Dassanayake has brought international acclaim to Sri Lanka by winning the 2025 International Public Speaking Competition, held at the prestigious English-Speaking Union (ESU) International Headquarters, Dartmouth House, London. Competing against a diverse group of talented students aged 16-20 from over 50 countries, including the USA, UK, Canada, and Australia, Sashane delivered a speech 16 year-old Sashane winning International public speaking competition

Govt to allow local manufacturers to supply school shoes under new voucher scheme

The government is exploring the possibility of allowing registered local footwear manufacturers to supply school shoes for students under the existing voucher scheme, prioritising schools with fewer than 250 students. The proposal was discussed during a meeting chaired by Prime Minister and Minister of Education Harini Amarasuriya, together with Minister of Industries and Entrepreneurship Development Govt to allow local manufacturers to supply school shoes under new voucher scheme

Enhance Your Arabic Skills with the Intermediate Language Course at BCIS

BCIS invites learners to join its Intermediate Arabic Language Course this November and further develop both linguistic skills and cultural understanding. Designed for students who have a foundational knowledge of Arabic, this course focuses on improving conversational fluency, reading comprehension, writing skills, and cultural awareness. Participants will engage in interactive lessons that make learning practical Enhance Your Arabic Skills with the Intermediate Language Course at BCIS

Global Entrepreneurship Week Launches at NIBM’s Neo Ventures

Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) officially began today at NIBM’s Neo Ventures, Trace Expert City, with an engaging opening forum. The keynote speakers underscored the increasing relevance of entrepreneurship as a formal discipline and its vital role in promoting innovation and economic development. The forum encouraged creativity, collaboration, and the empowerment of young innovators, creating an Global Entrepreneurship Week Launches at NIBM’s Neo Ventures

Master’s Scholarships in Hungary for Sri Lankan Students

The Government of Hungary, in collaboration with Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education, is offering eight fully funded master’s scholarships under the Stipendium Hungaricum programme for the 2026/27 academic year. This initiative underscores the strong bilateral cooperation between the two nations and opens the door for promising Sri Lankan graduates to Master’s Scholarships in Hungary for Sri Lankan Students

Stipendium Hungaricum Postgraduate Scholarships in Hungary for 2026/27

Applications are invited from eligible Sri Lankans for the award of four postgraduate (PhD) scholarships offered by the Government of Hungary under the bilateral cooperation between the Government of Sri Lanka and the Government of Hungary on the programme of the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programme for the academic year 2026/27. Deadline for application is 15 Stipendium Hungaricum Postgraduate Scholarships in Hungary for 2026/27

Eight Undergraduate Scholarships in Hungary for 2026

The Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education has announced the availability of eight undergraduate scholarships under the Stipendium Hungaricum programme for the academic year 2026/2027. This initiative offers Sri Lankan students the chance to pursue internationally recognised degrees in Hungary, particularly in the fields of STEM and Agriculture. The deadline is 15 January Eight Undergraduate Scholarships in Hungary for 2026

Build Your Future by Making a Difference Abroad with AIESEC

Sri Lankan students face enormous pressure when it comes to exams, university plans, career goalss and expectations and it can feel like you’re constantly ticking off boxes. But what if you could do something meaningful and build your future at the same time? That’s where AIESEC Global Volunteering comes in because it gives you the Build Your Future by Making a Difference Abroad with AIESEC

Impact Doesn’t Require Perfect English : AIESEC

Many Sri Lankan students hold back from going abroad because they think, “My English isn’t strong enough.”But here’s the truth no one really says out loud: fluency doesn’t create connection, humanity does. When you volunteer overseas with AIESEC, you’ll quickly learn that a smile, a gesture, and genuine effort can communicate more than perfect English Impact Doesn’t Require Perfect English : AIESEC

AIESEC: The Global Youth Movement Redefining Leadership

AIESEC is not just Volunteer work. It is a worldwide movement created by youth, for youth. AIESEC is the largest youth-led organization in the world, present in more than 100 countries. It is not a travel agency, NGO, or another student society. It is a global platform where young people grow into leaders through hands-on AIESEC: The Global Youth Movement Redefining Leadership

Scholarship Programmes Offered by Chinese Government – 2026/27

The Ministry of Education of Sri Lanka has released an official announcement inviting applications for postgraduate scholarships offered by the Government of China for the academic year 2026/27. Through this program, 10 scholarships are available for Sri Lankan citizens who wish to pursue Master’s or PhD studies in China. The scholarships are administered by the Scholarship Programmes Offered by Chinese Government – 2026/27

Amendments to University Dean Qualification

The Ministry of Education has announced plans to broaden the qualification requirements for appointing university Deans. The Cabinet has approved amendments to the University Act No. 16 of 1978, introducing a merit-based selection process. According to the Cabinet statement, “These proposed amendments enable to extend the pool of eligible candidates for the posts of Chief Amendments to University Dean Qualification

St. Benedict’s College Celebrates Young Achievers at Annual Prize-Giving

St. Benedict’s College marked 160 years of La Sallian excellence with its annual prize-giving ceremony, held at the college auditorium. The event was graced by distinguished Old Benedictine, Professor Saminda Prasad Fernando, Professor of Zoology at the Open University of Sri Lanka. In true Benedictine tradition, the ceremony showcased elegance and discipline as 360 students St. Benedict’s College Celebrates Young Achievers at Annual Prize-Giving

Edith Cowan University Launches Australian Degree, Media & Communication in Sri Lanka

Edith Cowan University (ECU) has introduced its Bachelor of Communication degree in partnership with the Australian College of Business and Technology (ACBT) in Colombo. This program allows Sri Lankan students to earn a globally recognized Australian qualification without leaving the country. Covering areas like journalism, public relations, advertising, and digital media, the degree blends theory Edith Cowan University Launches Australian Degree, Media & Communication in Sri Lanka