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08
Dec
Date December 8, 2022
Categories 2022, Collaboration, News, Visits

THE OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS OF SLTC HOSTED PROF. ANTONIO DI MARTINO FROM TOMSK POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY, RUSSIA


Antonio Di Martino PhD held a Master's degree in Industrial Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry from the University of Rome La Sapienza, Italy, and a PhD in Chemistry and Material Technology from Tomas Bata University in Zlin, Czech Republic. He is currently an Associate Professor at Tomsk Polytechnic University, and among his duties, he holds second-year Master's degree courses in physics and chemistry of coating materials and processes and advanced materials. He is a Senior Researcher in the encapsulation of bioactive compounds in polymers matrixes, with a particular interest in developing innovative formulations for the targeted delivery of active pharmaceutical ingredients.





During his stay at SLTC, he contributed to the below series of guest lectures and interacted with the students and staff in promoting research performed by Tomsk Polytechnic University.





 DateGuest Lecture SessionTarget Audience
28th November 2022“Smart Agriculture" Issues and Technologies to address such issuesUndergraduates of Agricultural Technology Discipline
29th November 2022The fuel issue: Biodiesel from microalgaeUndergraduates of Agricultural Technology, Environmental Technology and Biosystems Engineering Disciplines
02nd December 2022Practical Applications of ResearchFirst-year undergraduates




Prof. Di Martino was also able to participate in the “Agricultural Machinery Day” at SLTC where he was given the opportunity to practical applications in the cultivated lands and engage in discussions with the academics of the School of Technology/Science/Agriculture on the possibility of joint ventures and research in the areas of smart agriculture and biosystems engineering.





In addition to the activities mentioned above, Prof. Di Martino engaged in discussions with the relevant stakeholders representing top management, academic affairs and international affairs of the SLTC Research University in exploring the potential future academic collaborations while also exploring the opportunities for staff/student exchange programmes and the supervision of design projects of the final year students. As a result, he was actively involved in signing a formal Memorandum of Understanding to foster goodwill between the two institutions.
















































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21
Nov
Date November 21, 2022
Categories 2022, Collaboration, Visits

SLTC Director of International Affairs visits Faculty of Economics & Business, University of Zagreb, Croatia


During an official visit to Croatia, Dr Nanda Gunawardhana, Director of International Affairs visited the Faculty of Economics & Business, University of Zagreb, Croatia to meet  Ms. Marija Šimunović, Ms. Zrinka Udiljak Bugarinovsk





and the team. 





SLTC entered into an MOU with the Faculty of Economics & Business, University of Zagreb in March 2022. 









Since then as partners both the institutions worked closely in numerous joint collaborations. One such significant collaboration is the role played by the University of Zagreb as a collaborator to the 2nd Virtual International Conference on Library & Information Science  (VICLIS 2022) organized by the SLTC Research University on the 25th of October 2022. In addition, Ms. Zrinka Udiljak Bugarinovsk co- chaired the conference while Ms Marija Šimunović and the team supported the organizing team of the VICLIS 2022 led by Mr Hasitha Koralage ; Librarian of SLTC  by reviewing the conference papers and at the same time chairing parallel sessions held during the conference. Dr. Gunawardhana during his visit further discussed the areas of collaborations that can make the partnerships between the two institutions stronger. 


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17
Aug
Date August 17, 2022
Categories 2022, Collaboration, News

Agreement with the Modul University, Vienna, Austria


New transfer pathway programme (1+2)  to complete your Tourism and Hospitality Management Degree in Austria





SLTC Research University and the Modul University, Vienna, Austria officially signed an agreement on 16 August 2022 introducing a new 1+2 transfer pathway for the SLTC Tourism and Hospitality Management students who wish to complete their degree in Austria. 





The Chairman of the SLTC Board, Mr. Ajita De Zoysa attended the event as the Chief Guest while Mr. Alex Lovell, a member of the SLTC Board graced the event as the guest of Honour. Representing SLTC Research University, Eng. Ranjith G. Ruabsinghe , President/CEO,Dr . Nanda Gunawardhana, Director, International Affairs,  Dr. Jagath Wijerathne, Director, Academic Affairs, and Mr. Heminda Jayaweera , Registrar attended the event. 





Representing the Modul University, Vienna, Prof. Dr. Karl Woeber who serves as the President, Mag. Andreas Schweighofer, the Managing Director,Talent Squared GmbH, Ms. Alexandra Dobrina, Project Coordinator, Talent Squared GmbH attended the event virtually. 





To know more about Modul University and the Tourism and Hospitality Management degree  Click here : https://www.modul.ac.at/study-programs/bachelor/bba-tourism-and-hospitality-management






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07
Jul
Date July 7, 2022
Categories 2022, Collaboration, News

SLTC gets ACU Membership


In June 2022, SLTC officially became an Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) member.









Being an ACU member means we are a part of one of the largest higher education networks with 500 institutions spread across over 50 countries. This will give the SLTC access to share and hear about good practice, the opportunity for staff and students to apply for funding, and introductions for strategic partnerships to work on developing approaches that address key challenges such as access and inclusion; supporting research, and strengthening universities. The ACU’s accredited status also gives a platform to influence policy agendas at the highest levels.





The ACU is the only accredited Commonwealth organisation to represent higher education. We believe that international collaboration is the
key to tackling global challenges - in these extraordinary times, it matters more than ever. Membership provides you with unique opportunities to work with us and advocate for issues at the highest level. We represent members (and when we can, directly involve you) at high-level forums that include Commonwealth ministerial meetings and the United Nations.





As an ACU member SLTC can be part of international collaborations that address:





  • Global challenges
  • Access and inclusion
  • Supporting research
  • Strengthening universities





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04
Apr
Date April 4, 2022
Categories 2022, Collaboration, News

MoU with the Faculty of Economics & Business, University of Zagreb, Croatia


Sri Lanka Technological Campus (SLTC) and the University of Zagreb (UNIZG) have ongoing collaborations and scholarly cooperation. In order to strengthen the partnership between the two institutions, SLTC and UNIZG signed an MoU in March 2022. The MoU was signed between the Faculty of Economics & Business, of the University of Zagreb and the SLTC.





The objectives of this MoU are scholarly cooperation, mutual understanding and the creation of friendly relationships in the following areas:





  • Academic Exchange and Academic Information Exchange
  • Exchange of Faculty Members
  • Exchange of Students and Study Programs
  • Training and Visiting of Faculty Members and Staff
  • Development of joint scientific and/or technological research projects.




This MoU is effective for five years from 2022 onwards. Click the link below to read more about the Faculty of Economics & Business, of the University of Zagreb.





Click here.


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28
Nov
Date November 28, 2021
Categories 2021, Collaboration, News

Partnership with Tunku Abdul Rahman University College, Malaysia


Sri Lanka Technological Campus (SLTC), Sri Lanka’s leader in innovative, technology driven and research-based education, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Tunku Abdul Rahman University College on 02nd of November 2021 formalizing collaborations in the areas of dual degrees in Business & Management , student/staff exchanges and joint research/publications, symposia.









The event was attended by representatives of SLTC including,





  • Eng. Ranjith G. Rubasinghe, Founder/President CEO
  • Dr. Sharmini Perera, Head, Faculty of Business Studies
  • Dr. Nanda Gunawardhana, Director, Research & International Affairs
  • Ms. Pabasara Amarawardhana - Registrar
  • Ms. Sarasi Senadheera Program Lead - BBM (Hons) in Marketing Management, Faculty of Business Studies and
  • Professor Ir. Dr. Lee Sze Wei President
  • Asso. Professor Say Sok Kwan Vice President, Administration and Internationalization representing Tunku Abdul Rahman University College.




Ms. Sarasi Senadheera Program Lead - BBM (Hons) in Marketing Management, Faculty of Business of Studies of SLTC who took the leadership in formalizing this partnership will be coordinating the programmes to be finalized from SLTC’s end.


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28
Jul
Date July 28, 2021
Categories 2021, Collaboration, News

SLTC Cloud Connect with Deakin Concludes Second Intake for the Year 2021


Emerging Tech Degrees, Study for emerging technology degrees at prestigious Deakin, AustraliakAustralia as on-campus student from day one





Under the academic partnership between Deakin University and SLTC that has been established to enable Sri Lankan students to gain an Australian degree through an ‘online to on-campus’ model of course delivery, 02 students were enrolled for July 2021 intake. The official welcome of the students and the parents was held on 09th of July 2021 via zoom.





Through this program,
students commence their studies in Sri Lanka via Deakin’s online Cloud Campus.
SLTC will provide local learning support to Deakin students including
face-to-face tutorials and student support services. SLTC also offers dedicated
learning facilities such as computer stations, fast broadband internet,
laboratories, library, classrooms and meeting rooms.





Courses available as part of
this pathway include:





  • Bachelor of Artificial
    Intelligence (3-year degree)
  • Bachelor of Computer Science
    (3-year degree)
  • Bachelor of Information
    Technology (3-year degree)
  • Bachelor of Software
    Engineering (Hons)  (4-year degree).




Read more about SLTC Cloud Connect visiting Center for Global Education CGE; an initiative of SLTC website: https://cge.lk/deakin-cloud-campus/


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30
Jul
Date July 30, 2019
Categories 2019, Collaboration, News, Visits

Visit of Mr. Vignesh Vijayaraghavan, James Cook University, Australia


James Cook University representative Mr. Vignesh Vijaraghavan visited SLTC on 11th July 2019, and met with executives of SLTC to discuss on collaboration efforts between JCU and SLTC. The two parties agreed on initiating a 2+2 programme for the undergraduate level and a 1+1 programme for a postgraduate level.





The JCU is widely known for its Innovation related aspects involved in the programmes and IOT Specialized in Australia for both BSc and Msc internship programmes. It has the recognition for Wind Engineering. JCU has ranked in the top 2% of universities in the pre-eminent global ranking system.


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