Diploma Program In Professional English

A structured pathway designed to build strong linguistic foundations, essential academic writing skills, and professional communication fluency for your Higher Diploma and Top-Up Degree in Professional English

Course Overview

INTAKES January, May & September
METHOD OF DELIVERY Hybrid (Physical + Online)
MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION English
COURSE DURATION 8 months
COURSE SCHEDULE Friday
LEARNING HOURS 450 Guided + 1000 Self-Study

Course Contents

Unit Code Unit Credits
DPE-113 Language Structure – I 3
DPE-123 Basic Reading Skills and Vocabulary Development 3
DPE-133 English Grammar Practice 3
DPE-144 Professional Writing – I 3
DPE-214 Language Structure – II 4
DPE-223 Strategies for Effective Speaking 3
DPE-233 Listening Skills – I 3
DPE-244 Professional Writing – II 4
DPE-313 Soft Skills Development 3
DPE-323 Academic Reading 3
DPE-334 Listening Skills – II 4
DPE-344 Individual Project 4
Total 40

Admission Requirements

Qualification Minimum Requirement
Option A (Standard A/L Route) ✓ Minimum 03 “C” Passes (Language, English & Mathematics) and 03 “S” Passes in the G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination (in one or more sittings); AND
✓ Minimum 03 “S” Passes in the G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination in one sitting in any stream.
Option B (A/L Credit Route) ✓ Minimum 03 “C” Passes (Language, English & Mathematics) and 03 “S” Passes in the G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination (in one or more sittings); AND
✓ Minimum 12 Credits in the G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination in one sitting in any stream
*(Credit distribution: A = 10 Credits, B = 8 Credits, C = 6 Credits & S = 4 Credits)*.
Option C (Professional Route) ✓ Minimum 03 “C” Passes (Language, English & Mathematics) and 03 “S” Passes in the G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination (in one or more sittings); AND
✓ A Professional and Proficiency Qualification not below SLQF Level 02, awarded by a reputed Higher Education Institution or Awarding Body.
Option D (Equivalent / Foundation Route) ✓ Minimum 03 “C” Passes (Language, English & Mathematics) and 03 “S” Passes in the G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination (in one or more sittings); AND
✓ Any other Educational / Professional Qualification / Degree Foundation Program, or an equivalent qualification, subject to approval from Global Skills Development Campus (GSDC).

Please review the entry requirements before starting your application.

Contact Us

Ms. Shanika Rajasinghe

Ms. Shanika Rajasinghe

Course Coordinator

shanika@gsdc.lk 94712 993 993 Chat on WhatsApp

Are you ready to take the next step toward your future career?