Join the Only Canadian University Degree Programme in Sri Lanka at UCL Save up to ten million in the May 2022 intake
University College Lanka (UCL), Sri Lanka’s premier transnational higher education provider announces the establishing ofan exclusive partnership with the prestigious Dalhousie University, a top ranked U15 research intensive university in Canada to offer the first and only Canadian 2+2 Degree programme in Sri Lanka. Sri Lankan students can now join the summer 2022 Intake of the Canadian 2+2 Degree programme and save up to Rs. 10 Million by completing the first two years of the degree in Sri Lanka.
Why Canada?
Canada has become the most soughtafter destination for higher education due to a number of reasons; Ranked #1 in the world when it
comes to quality of life. A culture that embraces diversity According to the World University Rankings, Canada has 4 of the top 100 best student cities in the world The Worldwide recognition of Canada for outstanding quality of education Canadian students graduate with a
strong earning potential
Why Dalhousie University?
Dalhousie University commonly known as DAL is a public research university in Nova Scotia, Canada, with three campuses in Halifax, a fourth in Bible Hill, and medical teaching facilities in Saint John, New Brunswick. Dalhousie offers more than 4,000 courses, and 180 degree programmes in twelve undergraduate, graduate, and professional faculties. The university is a member of the U15, a group of research- intensive universities in Canada. Dalhousie is one of Canada’s earliest established universities, attracting more than 19,000 students from around the world and 130,000 alumni around the world. The university's notable alumni include a Nobel Prize winner, 91 Rhodes Scholars, and a range of senior government officials, academics, and business leaders.
Dalhousie University is one of the earliest established Canadian Universities, founded in year 1818. The university is ranked as a Top 100
University in the world for Social Impact and a Five Star Rating from QS Stars – one of the top global university rankings. Over 115 countries represent the university’s student body, making it one of the friendliest cities that welcomes a diverse mix of students; Hence enabling the student to experience a diverse student environment. The academic panel of the Faculty of Computer Science at Dalhousie University consists of 92% PhD holders along with award winning professors committed to promoting excellence in teaching and research.
Why UCL?
UCL is the premier transnational education provider with high quality output of graduates sought after by industry. UCL offer the only Canadian Degree programme offered directly by a Canadian University compared to the Canadian transfer options available in Sri Lanka. Student will have a strong orientation towards Canadian education and an authentic university experience from the first day of their bachelor’s degree with the Dalhousie University at UCL.
UCL is also the exclusive partner for Monash Education in Sri Lanka providing a guaranteed pathway to
Monash University in Australia and Malaysia. UCL has successfully garnered 334 Monash Global Awards of Excellence winners and have produced the Best Graduates at Monash University graduations in the recent past. UCL is also the exclusive partner of the University of Central Lancashire to offer their degree completion programmes in Software Engineering and International Business in Sri Lanka. The achievement of the UCL’s Graduates at the inaugural Graduation Ceremony of the University of Central Lancashire in Sri Lanka held recently was a hallmark of academic excellence. 80% of the Graduates achieving First Class Honours and the rest securing no less than Upper Second Class Honours, having achieved 100%pass rates during their 4 year degree programme, and have achieved 100% pass rates in the programme. These are a testament to UCL’s uncompromising commitment to achieving academic excellence and offering quality transnational higher education to discerning students in Sri Lanka. Save up to ten million by studying 2 years in Sri Lanka
At UCL students have the opportunity to undertake the first two years of theBachelor of Computer Science or Bachelor of Applied Computer Science Degree programmes offered directly by Dalhousie University Canada. Upon successful completion, students gain entry into the 3rd year of the respective degree programme at Dalhousie University, Canada with a considerable cost saving of more than Rs.10 Million by pursuing the 2+2 Degree programme.
Why the Bachelor of Computer Science and Bachelor of Applied Computer Science?
The Bachelor of Computer Science degree programme groom students by providing technical skills required using the application of computer science by exploring a wider range of areas that includes software development, algorithms, networking and artificial intelligence. The knowledge acquired through this program will provide students with the skills to build, influence and evaluate technology. The other programme offered would be the Bachelor of Applied Computer Science- This programme is built to bridge the gap between management and technology. By combining the deep understanding of technology and the in-demand skills such as communications and project management. This would equip the students with the technical and practical skills required in all organisations to succeed in the constantly changing world; thus, the student will learn to develop and implement technology solutions for organisations whilst gaining the knowledge to leads teams, manage large scale projects and tackle complex problems.
A salient feature of the Dalhousie University’s Computer Science and Applied Computer Science Degree programmes is the unique Co- operative Education ( Co- op) Model. Co-operative Education will give students a deeper, richer educational experience, real- world work experience, career connections and employment income during work terms. Co-op allows students to alternate career-focused work terms with study terms and receive special co-op degree designation upon graduation.
Prof. Andrew Rau-Chaplin, Dean of the Faculty of Computer Science, Dalhousie University stated “We are delighted to launch this engaged partnership with UCL where students will have the opportunity to start their university journey at home and end it here at Dalhousie University, a top Canadian institution with a history of over 200 years of excellence. This new partnership will expand our capacity to attract high quality international students to the increasingly impactful discipline of computer science, exposing them to our curriculum and opportunities while they prepare for their studies overseas. UCL has a fantastic track record of developing similar partnership models where students have excelled in programs at top ranked institutions globally. We are excited to join them in launching the first programme like this at Dalhousie”.
Dr. Dhananjay Kulkarni, Dean of Academic Affairs stated, “With an established track-record of Academic Excellence, UCL will be delivering the Dalhousie University curriculum in an exclusive partnership with one of the best Universities in Canada, which is also a globally top ranked University. We believe that the destination city is also key for success of pathway programmes. Being voted as one of the most livable cities in Canada, Halifax will prove to be a city of promises to study, work and live in Canada for Sri Lankan students who transfer to DAL.”
About the curriculum and support available to students, Dr. Dhananjay added, “The first 2 years at UCL will provide a solid foundation for students and prepare them to excel at Dalhousie University. The cuttingedge, modern curriculum with emphasis on industry-oriented skills are what students require to start their careers. UCL is confident of maintaining the highest international standards, providing students a very Canadian University-like experience and high student satisfaction. All subjects taught, assessments, student support and delivery methods will be closely linked with Dalhousie. I believe maintaining these high standard and unique learning experiences will set our students apart, and will boost their ability to keep the Sri Lanka flag flying high. I am extremely delighted to be part of this journey at UCL. I invite all students/parents who aspire to study in Canada to come and meet us.”