DiplomaIT & ComputingHigher National Diploma in Information Technology (HNDIT)
SLIATE — Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education · Colombo
Overview
Commenced in 2000 to produce middle-level IT professionals. A 2 1/2-year programme conducted at 17 ATIs/ATI sections island-wide; entry via G.C.E. A/L (any stream, Maths/Bio Science/Commerce preferred) with O/L passes in English and Mathematics, selected on A/L merit and an aptitude/IQ test.
Key facts
- Total fee
- State-subsidised
- Duration
- 30 months
- Intake
- Jan, Jun
- Study mode
- Full-time / Part-time
- 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
- Conducted at 17 ATIs/ATI sections island-wide
- Part-time course fee Rs. 12,000 per semester (full-time free of course fees)
- Exemptions toward B.Sc. Software Engineering & IT at Open University of Sri Lanka
- Two-year exemption from the University of Moratuwa BIT programme
- Selection via A/L merit plus aptitude/IQ test
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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