Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIT)

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SLIIT’s Master of Education is a postgraduate programme for practising educators who want advanced pedagogical skills and leadership preparation. It offers a short (12‑month, SLQF Level 9) and an extended pathway (24‑month, SLQF Level 10) that enables eligibility for doctoral study after successful completion of the Level 10 route. The programme is taught at the Malabe campus with weekend scheduling and is available in English, Sinhala and Tamil.

What you'll study

First year work establishes foundations in educational theory, psychology, research, curriculum and leadership; second year advances higher education principles and requires an original dissertation for the extended pathway. Modules and codes listed on the programme are:

  • EM1014 Philosophical and Sociological Foundations of Education (0 credits)
  • EM1024 Educational Research Methodology (0 credits)
  • EM1034 Psychological Foundations of Education (0 credits)
  • EM1044 Educational Management and Leadership (0 credits)
  • EM1053 Curriculum Theory and Practice (0 credits)
  • EM1063 Education in Developing Countriess (0 credits)
  • EM1073 Contemporary Issues in Education (0 credits)
  • EM1086 Project (for exit students) (0 credits)
  • EM1093 International and Multicultural Education (0 credits)

Entry requirements

Applicants must hold one of the following:

  • A Postgraduate Diploma in Education from a recognised university or a degree‑awarding institute recognised by the Ministry of Education;
  • A Bachelor of Education degree from a recognised university or a degree‑awarding institute recognised by the Ministry of Education.

Career prospects

The programme prepares graduates for roles such as educational administrators, curriculum developers, educational consultants and lead educators across schools and other educational institutions. The Level 10 pathway also opens progression to doctoral research and senior leadership positions in education.

Scholarships & funding angle

The published programme page does not specify scholarships. Prospective applicants should check SLIIT central funding pages or contact the faculty for information on scholarships, employer sponsorship, or instalment/payment options; weekend delivery can help working professionals balance study and employment while seeking financial support.

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