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Higher Diploma in English

The Higher Diploma in English develops strong communication, academic writing, critical thinking, and professional language skills for modern workplaces. Learners build competence in grammar, literature, presentation, research, and workplace communication. Graduates can pursue careers in teaching support, content writing, media, customer relations, administration, and training. The qualification enables high employability and progression to degree programmes.

Duration

12 months

Credits

240 credits

Assessment

Assignment based

Modules

16

Programme overview

Build knowledge for your next academic or career move

The Higher Diploma in English develops strong communication, academic writing, critical thinking, and professional language skills for modern workplaces. Learners build competence in grammar, literature, presentation, research, and workplace communication. Graduates can pursue careers in teaching support, content writing, media, customer relations, administration, and training. The qualification enables high employability and progression to degree programmes.

Entry requirements

Who can apply

GCE A/L with two passes, or an IVQ Level 4 in a relevant subject, or an NVQ Level 4 in a relevant subject.

What you will study

Programme modules

1

Sri Lankan Literature

2

Reading & Vocabulary Development

3

Effective Communication Skills I

4

Listening Skills I

5

Professional Writing I

6

English Language Teaching Methodology

7

Business English

8

British & American Literature

9

Writing Academic Paper

10

Effective Teaching

11

Effective Communication Skills II

12

Listening Skills II

13

Professional Writing II

14

Educational Psychology

15

Training in Public Speaking

16

Training / Project

Fees and instalments

Payment information

Total programme fee

LKR 200,000

Initial payment

LKR 75,000

Instalment 1LKR 25,000

Instalment 2LKR 25,000

Instalment 3LKR 25,000

Instalment 4LKR 25,000

Instalment 5LKR 25,000

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