Higher Diploma Program in Computing Science

A structured pathway designed to build strong academic foundations, practical software engineering skills, and core computing knowledge for your Higher Diploma and Top-Up Degree in Computing Science.

Course Contents

Course Structure

Semester Unit Code Unit Type TQT Credits
01 CSSE 111 </>Programming CORE 150 15
02 CSSE 112 ▰Computer Systems Architecture CORE 150 15
03 CSSE 113 ▣Professional Practice CORE 150 15
04 CSSE 114 ▦Maths for Computer Science CORE 150 15
05 CSSE 121 ▤Database Design & Development CORE 150 15
06 CSSE 122 ♧Networking CORE 150 15
07 CSSE 123 🌐︎Website Design & Development CORE 150 15
08 CSSE 124 ♧Software Development Lifecycles CORE 150 15
09 CSSE 231 ⚙Data Structures & Algorithms CORE 150 15
10 CSSE 232 ◉Applied Programming and Design Principles CORE 150 15
11 CSSE 233 ♢Security CORE 150 15
12 CSSE 234 ▥Data Analytics CORE 150 15
13 CSSE 241 ♙Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Intelligent Systems CORE 150 15
14 CSSE 242 ◷Cyber Security CORE 150 15
15 CSSE 243 ⌁Internet of Things (IoT) CORE 150 15
16 CSSE 244 ▱Computer Research Project CORE 150 15
Total 2400 240

Accepted Qualifications


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Local
Qualifications

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G.C.E. (O/L) & G.C.E.
(A/L) (Any Stream)
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SLQF 2 / NVQ Level 4
and above


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Cambridge
Qualifications

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Cambridge
International AS / A
Level
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Cambridge O Level


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Pearson Edexcel
Qualifications

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Pearson Edexcel
BTEC Level 3
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Pearson Edexcel
International AS / A
Level


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Other Equivalent
Qualifications

Other equivalent
qualifications
recognized by GSDC &
DLC will be considered.

Admission Requirements

Admission Requirements

− OPTION 01 – Advanced Level
Applicants who have obtained:
  • Sri Lankan: 03 Passes at GCE Advanced Level
    (Any Stream)
OR
  • Cambridge or Edexcel: 3D Passes
OR
  • Minimum totaling to 12 Points at GCE Advanced
    Level in any combination from the following
    Credit Conversion Table.
Credit Conversion
Grade Points
A 10 Points
B 8 Points
C 6 Points
D/S 4 Points
E 2 Points
OR
− OPTION 02 – Foundation Program
Applicants who have successfully completed:
  • GSDC Degree Foundation Program or
  • Foundation Program in Recognized Higher
    Education Institute
OR
− OPTION 03 – Professional or Proficiency Qualifications
Applicants who have obtained:
  • Professional or Proficiency Qualification /
    Work Experience from Recognized Higher Education
    or Professional Bodies equal to SLQF 2 / NVQ 4
    and,
  • GCE/IGCSE Ordinary Level
    (Sri Lankan/Edexcel/Cambridge) with Credit passes
    (Grade 4 – Edexcel) for English and Mathematics
OR
− OPTION 04 – Other Qualifications
An equivalent qualification, subject to approval from
Global Skills Development Campus.

Please review the entry requirements before starting your application.

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