Foundation Certificate in Information Technology
Application Closing Date : 30th January 2010
 
The Foundation Certificate in Information Technology (FCIT) programme designed by SLIIT in collaboration with the Edexcel UK and Curtin University of Technology Australia offers a unique pre-university pathway course for students who do not satisfy the undergraduate academic entry requirements to university.
Successful completion of this programme entitles students to gain entry to the Diploma in Information Technology programme at SLIIT and then proceed with the Curtin University degree programme conducted by SLIIT.
 
SLIIT  
 
The Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT) is the largest and the leading Degree Awarding Institute in the field of Information Technology approved by the University Grants Commission under the Universities Act. SLIIT is also a Member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities. SLIIT offers Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Information Technology, Information Systems, Information Management, Computer Systems and Networking, and Business management. Presently SLIIT provides the largest number of IT Professionals as required by the IT Industry.
SLIIT provides modern facilities for students to pursue their studies. These include fully air-conditioned lecture theaters, laboratories, auditoria, libraries and reading rooms, rest areas and canteens. SLIIT also provides facilities for indoor and outdoor sports and other activities.
 
Curtin University of Technology, Australia  
 
Curtin University of Technology is one of the leading universities in the world, ranked as the number one Technological University several times in Australia and the largest and most comprehensive university in Western Australia with a student population of over 31,000. In just three decades, Curtin has achieved an international reputation for its excellent teaching programmes, innovative research and applied professional courses across a multitude of disciplines. A combination of first-class resources, competent staff and advanced technology makes Curtin a forerunner in tertiary education, producing graduates with high employability both within Australia and internationally.
 
Duration and Course Structure      
This is a full time one year programme offered during weekdays. Students who successfully complete the programme are eligible to receive the Foundation Certificate in IT.
   
   
 
1st Term
  English Communication I
  Academic Writing I
  Mathematics I
  Computer Systems
   
 
   
 
2 Term
  English Communication II
  Academic Writing II
  Mathematics II
  Programming Concepts and Practice
   
 
3rd Term
  Business Information Systems
  Applications Software Development
  Systems Analysis and Design
  Data Communications and Networks
   
 
Location     Fees
 
The location for the conduct of the Foundation Certificate Programme is the SLIIT Metropolitan Campus at the BoC Merchant Tower, Kollupitiya, Colombo 03. The BoC Merchant Tower is an impressive and an imposing building with a panoramic view of blue expanse of the Indian Ocean to the West and a misty mountain range to the East. With its modern infrastructure, BoC Merchant Tower provides a fine conducive environment for study and research.
 
 
Foundation Certificate Programme (3 Terms)
A fee of Rs.45, 000/= +15% (Taxes) per term , payable before the commencement of each term
SLIIT Diploma 1 Year and 2 Year: (4 Semesters)
A Semester fee * of Rs.65,000/= +15% Taxes, payable before the commencement of each semester
Curtin degree at SLIIT (2 semesters)
A Semester fee * of Rs.65,000/= +15% Taxes, payable before the commencement of each semester and an additional fee of AUD 2000 payable to Curtin University Australia.
* Subject to change
 
Programme Pathway    
 
Course Entry Requirements     Application & Enrollment
Passes in at least six (06) subjects including credits for Mathematics and English at the G. C. E Ordinary Level (Sri Lanka) Examination obtained at one and the same sitting
Or
Passes in at least six (06) subjects including credits for one Mathematics related subject and English at the G. C. E Ordinary Level (London) Examination obtained at one and the same sitting

AND
A Pass at the Aptitude Test

 

   
Application forms can be obtained from the SLIIT Metropolitan Campus between 8.30am and 5.00 p.m or Download Form.
 
For further details, please contact :
Manager, Professional Development Programs at the following address.

Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology
Metropolitan Campus
Level 16, BoC Merchant Tower
St.Michael’s Road, Colombo 3.
Mobile: 071 401 1958    Tel: 230 1904 Fax: 230 1906
URL: www.sliit.lk
Email:pdc@sliit.lk

 
Partner Universities:
   
Curtin University of Technology
GPO Box : S1512
Perth 6845,Western Australia.
Tel : +61 8 9266 7331
Fax: +61 8 9266 2605
URL: www.international.curtin.edu.au
Important Dates  

 Application Closing Date : 30th January 2010

 Aptitude Test : 31st  January 2010

 Commencement of the Programme: 15th February 2010

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