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Study Global: Empowering you to start your education journey in any part of the world
Study Global, a subsidiary of Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology (APIIT), has commenced its journey in student placements. Established with the vision to facilitate global educational opportunities, Study Global focuses on promoting student mobility through pathway programmes and direct entries to universities in New Zealand, Australia, the UK, USA, Canada, and Malaysia, said a release from the APIIT.
The inauguration of Study Global marked a significant milestone, with the opening ceremony held on Nov 8. The event was graced by the presence of New Zealand High Commissioner in Sri Lanka Michael Appleton as the Chief Guest.
Through Study Global, students can enrol in all 8 universities in New Zealand directly, which are also in the top 3% of universities in the world. Furthermore, making use of the NCUK affiliation, students can even start their studies at APIIT, and thereafter transfer to any university in New Zealand.
The strategic location offers accessibility and convenience for students and parents seeking guidance in the intricate process of international education.
Study Global will be open for students and parents to visit at any time and seek clarification on commencing their pursuit of educational excellence in a country of choice.
The core objectives of Study Global revolve around supporting students in securing placements for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across various countries.
The focus extends to providing direct pathway options in collaboration with reputable universities such as Staffordshire University in the UK, Deakin University in Australia, and Southern Cross University, Australia.
Study Global places a particular focus on the NCUK International Foundation Year pathway programme, offering direct entries to over 50 universities in New Zealand, Australia, the UK, Canada, US, Malaysia and Vietnam.
INS Sindhukesari, a submarine serving in the Indian Navy, arrived at the port of Colombo on 03 May 26 to undertake Operational Turnarounds.
The visiting submarine was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in precision with naval traditions.
Throughout its stay in the island, the submarine’s crew is scheduled to participate in a variety of programmes organized by the Sri Lanka Navy, including visits to several tourist attractions in Sri Lanka.
Mikhail Murashko, Minister of Health of the Russian Federation, officially visited the Russian House in Colombo to attend the Sri Lanka–Russia Medical Forum, where members of the Sri Lanka Russia Business Council and graduates from the Association of Sri Lankan Graduates from Socialist countries (ASLGSC) attended.
This historic gathering was graced by rectors and representatives from several world-class Russian medical institutions, including Kursk State Medical University, Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University, and Tver State Medical University, among others.
The forum commenced with an address by Minister Murashko, during which Russian medical graduates in attendance raised pertinent questions regarding medical and pharmaceutical sector opportunities in Sri Lanka.
Levan Dzhagaryan, Ambassador of the Russian Federation to Sri Lanka and the Maldives, together with Madam Maria L. Popova, Counsellor of the Embassy of the Russian Federation in Sri Lanka & the Maldives and Director of the Russian House in Colombo, graced the occasion. Both officials expressed strong support for continued collaboration and future initiatives between the two nations.
The official appointment letters for the members of the newly established “Cricket Transformation Committee” (CTC) were handed over on Monday (04) by the Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Sunil Kumara Gamage.
The following members received their letters of appointment at the Ministry premises:
Sidath Wettimuny
Thushira Radella
Prakash Schaffter
Ms. Avanthi Colombage
The Ministry also noted that veteran cricketers Roshan Mahanama and Kumar Sangakkara, who are key members of the committee, are currently overseas. Their official appointments will be formalised immediately upon their arrival in Sri Lanka.
The Cricket Transformation Committee has been mandated to oversee the administration and drive structural reforms within Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) in accordance with the powers vested in the Minister under the Sports Act No. 25 of 1973.
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