December 6, 2023
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5min
      With a focus on finding solutions to modern engineering challenges, the SLIIT Faculty of Engineering has established itself as a pioneering research and collaboration hub, cultivating a vibrant ecosystem. Positioned at the forefront of innovation and research, with a dynamic culture exceeding traditional boundaries, the faculty has eight active research groups dedicated […]

November 9, 2023
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10min
      Prof. Saman Thilakasiri, Dean, Engineering and Senior Professor, Faculty of Engineering, SLIIT discusses the significant milestone achieved by SLIIT in achieving the conditional recognition granted by the Institution of Engineers Sri Lanka (IESL) for their Civil Engineering degree program. Prof. Thilakasiri, himself a chartered civil engineer and a fellow member of IESL, […]

August 29, 2023
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15min
      An exclusive interview with Prof. Nagalingam Nagendrakumar, Dean of NORTHERN UNI In an era where education plays a pivotal role in shaping the destiny of the nation, SLIIT newly inaugurated NORTHERN UNI forges in the forefront of transforming the educational landscape of Sri Lanka with innovative approaches and a bold vision. Prof. […]

August 18, 2023
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6min
      The inaugural ‘SLIIT SCIFEST 2023’, the annual Science Day and Exhibition, organized by the Faculty of Humanities and Sciences at SLIIT, which took place recently, was a resounding success, captivating the minds of young learners and participants, igniting passion for exploration and discovery in the areas of Social and Applied sciences. Based […]

July 27, 2023
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10min
      Exclusive Interview with Prof. Samantha Thelijjagoda, Pro Vice-Chancellor, Research & International, SLIIT Prof. Samantha Thelijjagoda, Pro Vice-Chancellor, Research & International, at SLIIT discusses SLIIT’s international degree programmes, offered in collaboration with prestigious institutions such as Liverpool John Moores University, Manchester Metropolitan University, Deakin University and the University of Queensland and how they […]

July 25, 2023
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8min
      Reiterating its strong culture of research, SLIIT has pioneered the first-ever comprehensive research project to empower persons with visual impairment and blindness in Sri Lanka, showcasing the need to improve their quality of life and highlighting their employability potential. The research, undertaken by the SLIIT School of Business, was funded by the […]

July 20, 2023
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5min
      The Faculty of Engineerign of the Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT) presents ‘Young Engineering Expo 2023’ (YEE’2), the annual engineering exhibition, showcasing the talents of first-year engineering undergraduates. Held after a lapse of three years, Young Expo 2023 will feature innovations for industry solutions in solving real-world engineering problems. The […]

July 14, 2023
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7min
  As SLIIT gears to host the anticipated ‘Young Engineers Expo 2023’ (YEE ’23), organized by the Faculty of Engineering, Prof. Saman Thilakasiri, Dean, Faculty of Engineering and Senior Professor, SLIIT, explains how the event together with SLIIT is empowering aspiring engineers, equipping them with the necessary skills, knowledge, and opportunities to thrive in their […]

July 5, 2023
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6min
      As an institute with an unparalleled reputation for supporting students to reach the highest levels of excellence, SLIIT delivered, once again, with its students showcasing their exceptional ingenuity and innovation on a global platform. Two SLIIT teams recently qualified as World Finalists for the Microsoft Imagine Cup 2023, solidifying their place among […]


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