DiplomaEducation & LanguagesHNDE — Higher National Diploma in English
SLIATE — Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education · Colombo
Overview
Conducted full-time (2 1/2 years: 2 years coursework plus 6 months in-plant training) and part-time (2 years coursework, weekends). No course fees for the full-time course; part-time is Rs. 8,000 per semester. Selection is by written test and interview on merit.
Key facts
- Total fee
- State-subsidised
- Duration
- 2 years
- Intake
- Jan, Jun
- Study mode
- Full-time / Part-time
- Medium
- English
- Award
- Local award
- UGC
- Recognised
- 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
- Full-time free of course fees; part-time Rs. 8,000 per semester
- Full-time includes 6-month in-plant training in specialised fields
- Offered at ATIs and ATI sections island-wide
- Part-time classes on Saturday and Sunday
- Selection via written test and interview
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.
Courses at SLIATE — Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education →