DiplomaEngineering & Built EnvironmentHigher National Diploma in Engineering (HNDE) - Civil, Mechanical & Electrical
SLIATE — Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education · Colombo
Overview
Converts school leavers with specialised mathematical knowledge into middle-level technologists with engineering capabilities. Started under Technical College Ratmalana in 1986 and under SLIATE since 1997, offered in Civil, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering divisions.
Key facts
- Total fee
- State-subsidised
- Duration
- —
- Intake
- Jan, Jun
- Award
- Local award
- UGC
- Not verified
- Location
- Head office: Colombo, Colombo
Entry requirements
Typically G.C.E. A/L passes (any stream), or an approved foundation programme. Some diplomas admit strong G.C.E. O/L results — confirm with the institute.
Highlights
- Divisions in Civil, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering
- Running since 1986, under SLIATE since 1997
- Focus on engineering principles and practical applications
Where it can take you
About this qualification
Higher National Diplomas and diplomas are 1–3 year qualifications. HNDs (SLIATE or Pearson BTEC) are widely accepted for degree top-up entry, locally and abroad.
About the institute
State HND body running Advanced Technological Institutes (ATIs) islandwide. HNDs accept A/L qualification without a Z-score cutoff.
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