ITEC Scholarship Scheme
ITEC scholarship scheme is a 05-year work/study programme offered by the SICT and corporate partners for students to pursue their BSc Hons in IT degree programme whilst being employed at a reputed corporate sector organization. The programme provides students with an academic scholarship paid by the corporate sponsors throughout the 04-years of their study programme. At the same time, the students will work full-time for their sponsors, getting paid a monthly stipend in addition. Upon completion of the 04 years degree programme, the student will work one additional year for the corporate sponsor. The corporate partner will be signing a bond with the student to obtain their services even after they graduate from the School of ICT – NIIBS. After completing the degree, graduates have 5 years of work experience and can be highly employed locally and internationally. The ITEC Scholarship Program is a unique and successful programme in offering locally and internationally recognized IT degree scholarships in association with a leading company in Sri Lanka, making the graduation dream of Sri Lankan youth a reality.
The scholars employed as full-time IT professionals in leading companies in Sri Lanka will be paid a monthly stipend, course fee, Annual Bonus, Annual Increment and hostel fee by the respective organization.
The School of Information Communication Technology (SICT) of the Nagananda International Institute for Buddhist Studies (NIIBS) is a non-state higher education institute approved by the Government of Sri Lanka and recognized by the University Grants Commission of Sri Lanka to offer Bachelor of Science honours in Information Technology (BSc Hons in IT) degree programme.
Our Features, Facilities, ITEC Benefits
SICT Features
- UGC Approved
- Ministry of Education Recognized
- International Recognition
- Qualified and Experienced Lecturer Panel
- University Environment with a Buddhist Flavor
- Internship Opportunities
- SLQF Level 06 Qualification
SICT Facilities
- Ultra-modern computer laboratories
- State-of -art lecture rooms
- Free access to the library.
- Hostel facility
- Auditorium
- Ample Parking
- Learning Management System
SICT Features
- 100% Scholarship.
- Intensive Corporate and Leadership Training programme free of charge.
- Opportunity to work in a leading company.
- 05 years of industry experience when graduate.
- Monthly Stipend, Meal/Cost of Living Allowance and Hostel Fees.
- Market Rate Salary after 04 years.
- Annual Bonus and Annual Increments.
Minimum Entry Requirements
G.C.E. O/L – Simple Passes for Mathematics and English.
G.C.E. A/L – 3 Simple Passes for main subjects in any stream.
Please note that these are minimum entry requirements and do not necessarily guarantee an offer to the Programme.
Students must undergo a selection process to be admitted to the program.
Eligibility
To qualify for the program and receive a 100% free scholarship, the applicant must:
- Must have minimum qualifications.
- Pass selection tests.
- Pass the training program.
- Pass the selection interview.
- Age: 19 – 25 years old as at 31/12/2022.
- Sri Lankan citizen authorized to work legally.
Selection Process
After calling for applications, eligible applicants with minimum requirement will be invited to attend a written aptitude test and high performing applicants will be selected for a one-week induction program free of charge at SICT to prepare them for the work/study program to follow.
After successfully completing this step, 50 applicants will be invited to participate in a final interview conducted by the company. From that interview, 30 applicants will be selected and will be awarded the ITEC Scholarship.
Upon receiving the ITEC Scholarship, the successful candidate, the corporate sponsor and SICT will sign a tripartite agreement specifying the monthly payment schedule for course fees, graduation stipend and other details. The contract will be for a period of 05 years.
Application Procedure
If you are interested in the ITEC Scholarship Programme please fill in the prescribed Application Form. Application can be downloaded via sict.niibs.lk/itec
Application Deadline: 10/03/2023
Duly filled Application should be sent via email or post with the subject line “ITEC Scholarship Scheme 023”. Please note that incomplete or late applications will not be accepted.
E-mail: itschool@niibs.edu.lk
Postal Address: Director,School of Information Communication Technology, Nāgānanda International Institute for Buddhist Studies, Manelwatta, Bollegala, Kelaniya
For more details please contact SICT Office on
Tel: +94 11 2 90 46 76
Mobile: +94 703 44 33 22
Web: www.sict.niibs.lk