Higher Diploma Program in Computing Science
Course Overview
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.
INTAKES
January, May & September
METHOD OF DELIVERY
Hybrid (Physical + Online)
MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION
Sinhala and Simple English
COURSE DURATION
Minimum 18 months, Maximum 24 months.
COURSE SCHEDULE
Monday–Friday (4 Days per Week)
LEARNING HOURS
900 Guided + 2000 Self-Study
Course Contents
| Unit Code | Unit | Credits |
| CSSE 111 | Programming | 15 |
| CSSE 112 | Computer Systems Architecture | 15 |
| CSSE 113 | Professional Practice | 15 |
| CSSE 114 | Maths for Computer Science | 15 |
| CSSE 121 | Database Design & Development | 15 |
| CSSE 122 | Networking | 15 |
| CSSE 123 | Website Design & Development | 15 |
| CSSE 124 | Software Development Lifecycles | 15 |
| CSSE 231 | Data Structures & Algorithms | 15 |
| CSSE 232 | Applied Programming and Design Principles | 15 |
| CSSE 233 | Security | 15 |
| CSSE 234 | Data Analytics | 15 |
| CSSE 241 | Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Intelligent Systems | 15 |
| CSSE 242 | Cyber Security | 15 |
| CSSE 243 | Internet of Things (IoT) | 15 |
| CSSE 244 | Computer Research Project | 15 |
| Total | 240 | |
Admission Requirements
| Qualification | Minimum Requirement |
| G.C.E. A/L Route (Standard) | ✓ Minimum 03 C Passes (Language, English & Mathematics) and 03 S Passes in G.C.E. O/L (in one or more sittings); AND ✓ Minimum 03 S Passes in G.C.E. A/L in one sitting in any stream. |
| G.C.E. A/L Route (Credit System) | ✓ Minimum 03 C Passes (Language, English & Mathematics) and 03 S Passes in G.C.E. O/L (in one or more sittings); AND ✓ Minimum 12 Credits in G.C.E. A/L in one sitting in any stream. *(Grading: A = 10 Credits, B = 8 Credits, C = 6 Credits & S = 4 Credits)* |
| Professional & Proficiency Qualification | ✓ Minimum 03 C Passes (Language, English & Mathematics) and 03 S Passes in G.C.E. O/L (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. |
| Degree Foundation / Equivalent Route | ✓ Minimum 03 C Passes (Language, English & Mathematics) and 03 S Passes in G.C.E. O/L (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.
