Sri Lankan Higher Education-related Organizations

Government Regulatory Organizations

This uniRank category encompass all federal, national, state, or local government bodies and agencies that are responsible for recognizing, overseeing, regulating and/or funding higher education institutions. Examples of such government regulatory organizations include Ministries of Higher Education, Departments of Higher Education and other similar government bodies with the authority and responsibility to govern the higher education sector. These organizations play a vital role in ensuring the quality and standards of higher education institutions within their respective jurisdictions.

Ministry of Higher Education and Highways of Sri Lanka
Established in 2015, the Ministry of Higher Education and Highways of Sri Lanka is a government ministry responsible for the development and regulation of the higher education sector and the maintenance and development of the country's highways network.

The Higher Education Division of the ministry… learn more

Ministry of Skills Development and Vocational Training of Sri Lanka
The Ministry of Skills Development and Vocational Training of Sri Lanka is a government ministry that is responsible for the development and promotion of vocational training and skills development in the country. It was established in 2008 and is part of the Ministry of Education. The Ministry works… learn more

Accreditation and Quality Evaluation Organizations

This uniRank category includes public or private entities responsible for assessing and evaluating the quality, standards and performance of higher education institutions as a whole or their specific programs. Accreditation organizations typically have established criteria and guidelines that institutions must meet to be accredited. These criteria often cover areas such as faculty qualifications, curriculum, student services, infrastructure, governance and educational outcomes. The evaluation process usually involves self-assessment by the institution, peer reviews, site visits and documentation reviews. Accreditation is typically granted for a specific period and institutions must undergo periodic reviews to maintain the accredited status of the institution or its programs. Quality evaluation organizations, also known as quality assurance agencies or quality councils, are also responsible for evaluating and ensuring the quality and standards of educational institutions and programs. Quality evaluation organizations often assess institutions based on factors such as educational outcomes, faculty qualifications, research output, student support services, infrastructure, and compliance with legal and ethical standards. Both accreditation or quality evaluation organizations may operate at the national, regional or international level. The evaluations conducted by these organizations serve multiple purposes. They provide information to prospective students, employers, and other stakeholders about the quality and credibility of institutions or programs. Additionally, the evaluations can help institutions identify areas for improvement and implement quality enhancement measures.
It's worth noting that accreditation and quality evaluation organizations can vary in their structures, methodologies and specific areas of focus. Different countries and regions may have their own accrediting bodies or quality assurance agencies with distinct frameworks and processes for evaluation

Quality Assurance and Accreditation Council of Sri Lanka
The Quality Assurance and Accreditation Council of Sri Lanka (QAAC) is an organization that plays a crucial role in higher education in Sri Lanka. It was established in 2005 under the provisions of the Universities Act No. 16 of 1978, with the aim of ensuring the quality and standards of higher… learn more

University Grants Commission of Sri Lanka
The University Grants Commission of Sri Lanka is a government agency responsible for overseeing and coordinating the higher education system in Sri Lanka. It was established in 1978 under the Universities Act No. 16 of 1978.

The University Grants Commission is responsible for a range of functions… learn more

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