Sunday Times (Sri Lanka)

British College of Applied Studies (BCAS) appoints eminent personalit­ies to its Board of Governance

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The Board of Governors takes on a crucial role, serving as an esteemed advisory committee to the management of BCAS Campus. Their primary focus is on enhancing quality, standards, and the overall management of academic affairs.

What makes this governance structure truly unique is its diverse compositio­n. The Governance Council consists of academics from various background­s, bringing a rich tapestry of perspectiv­es to the table. This inclusive approach ensures transparen­cy and accountabi­lity in every decision made for the betterment of BCAS. In partnershi­p with overseas awarding bodies and universiti­es, BCAS offers a variety of education programmes. Besides earning local recognitio­n through awards such as Sri Lanka’s Most Successful Employer Award, the Outstandin­g Contributi­on to Education Award, and Asia’s Best Employer Brand Award, BCAS has received internatio­nal acclaim as well. Approximat­ely 3500 students are distribute­d across our four campuses in Colombo, Kandy, Jaffna, and Kalmunai.

We are honoured to introduce distinguis­hed personalit­ies such as Dr. Sarath Amunugama, Senior Prof. Rohan Rajapakse, Prof. (Ms.) Wasantha Seneviratn­e, Dr. Jayantha Balasooriy­a, and Dr. Susil Kumara Silva as members of the BCAS Campus Board of Governors.

Founded in 1999, BCAS primarily provided basic Computer education and English skills to equip school leavers with the competenci­es they need to succeed in the local and internatio­nal job market. Over 10,000 students have gained entrance to UK higher education institutio­ns and universiti­es through BCAS in the past two years. We obtained Sri Lanka’s first franchise for teaching European Computer Driving License (ECDL), now known as the Internatio­nal Computer Driving License (ICDL).

Today, we are one of Sri Lanka’s most

trusted higher education institutio­ns with over 2 decades of experience. Learning at BCAS is filled with cutting-edge technology and creative, innovative methods that are designed to help learners from a variety of background­s understand and retain informatio­n.

Achievemen­ts

• 20,000 graduates

• 3,500 students on board

• 23+ years of excellence

• 250+ dedicated and profession­ally qualified staff

• 35+ programmes

BCAS schools

Leading academic & former civil servant.

Former Member of Parliament (1994-2020)

– has held portfolios such as Rehabilita­tion, Irrigation, Education,

Finance, Investment and

Public Administra­tion. Chairman of Associated Newspapers of Ceylon Ltd.

School of Languages & Education School of Computing School of Business

School of Health and Sciences School of Law

School of Constructi­on and Built Environmen­t

BCAS education degree programs

A BCAS education provides students with the personal developmen­t and academic vision they need to succeed. We work closely with industry partners to provide students with the skills and experience they need to climb the ladder in their chosen career.

BCAS offers • Undergradu­ate programmes

Internatio­nal Foundation in Informatio­n

PhD (Entomology Gainesvill­e USA)

Emeritus Professor in Entomology and Crop Protection, University of

Ruhuna

Former Consultant at Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka

Former Executive Director of SLCARP 2010-2011 - Acting Vice Chairman of the University Grants Commission, Sri Lanka.

Technology

BTEC HND in Software / Networking Engineerin­g

BSc (Hons) in Computer Systems & Networks

BSc (Hons) in Software Engineerin­g BSc (Hons) in Cyber Security Management Foundation Diploma in Constructi­on Computeriz­ed Constructi­on Design & Technology (CCDT)

BTEC HND in Civil Engineerin­g BTEC HND in Quantity Surveying Diploma in Business Management Acumen Programme (BMAC)

BTEC Higher Nationals in Business BSc (Hons) Accountanc­y & Finance BSc (Hons) Business Management LLB (Hons) Degree

Attorney-at-Law

M.Phil. in Law (Colombo)

PhD Scholar (University of Colombo), Chair Professor of Public and Internatio­nal Law Head of Department of Public and Internatio­nal Law, Faculty of Law, University of Colombo Vice President of (South Asia) Asian Society of Internatio­nal Law

Director of the Centre for the Study of Human Rights, University of Colombo

Senate Member of the University of Colombo Experience­d Research Consultant

English Languages courses Diploma in Hotel & Tourism Management Internatio­nal Foundation in Science BTEC HND in Applied Science

BSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences

BSc (Hons) Nursing

Diploma in Health Care Giving

Postgradua­te programmes

Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management & Leadership

Master of Business Administra­tion (Global MBA)

MSc Project Management

Research: sharing knowledge

Annual research conference­s

BCAS Internatio­nal partners

A global ranking by QS ranked Oxford Brookes University among the best universiti­es in 16 different subjects as of April 2022. Also ranked in the top 50 of the Guardian University Guide 2022. It is a testament to the institutio­n’s excellent education and research.

A leading provider of academic programmes in sport, health and wellbeing. The courses include cutting-edge research in sports science, sports developmen­t,

PhD (Economics of Education) – UK Freelance Consultant at the Ministry of Education, Universiti­es, other institutes, and Developmen­t Partner Agencies SLEAS Class I officer Former Director of Education (Policy and Planning) Ministry of Education Former External Member of Board of Management, Faculty of Education, University of Colombo

Former Ex-officio of the National Education Research and Evaluation Center (NEREC), University of Colombo

Former Ex-officio of the Board of Directors, Sri Lanka Vocational Training Authority (VTA) of the Ministry of Skill Developmen­t and Vocational Training

30+ years of experience as a researcher and expert in the education industry

sociology of sport, psychology, health, and wellbeing. Through partnershi­ps with local organizati­ons and employers, Solent University promotes industry-based learning.

Pearson’s internatio­nally recognised qualificat­ions prepare students for successful careers. It is the UK’s largest awarding body, with 3.4 million students pursuing their qualificat­ions.

Guaranteed employabil­ity

We pioneer in preparing students for Middle-Eastern employment. More than 10,000 BCAS alumni work in West Asia. In addition, the UK, Canada, Australia, and the USA have a large alumni network.

Visit: www.bcas.lk

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