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Diploma in English

Strengthen your language skills for study, work and everyday communication.

About this programme

Develop English for communication, further study and professional life. The published SITC guide includes language skills, literature, listening and speaking, workplace writing and soft-skill development. The aim is to connect knowledge of grammar and vocabulary with opportunities to use English in practical situations.

Who is it for?

Learners completing A/L studies, university students, employees, managers and entrepreneurs who want to develop English for academic, workplace and everyday use. Admissions can help assess your starting level.

Qualification profile

SITC’s published guide identifies PSB University as the awarding body. Ask admissions for the exact award title, current awarding arrangements and recognition documents relevant to your intended use of the qualification.

What you will study

A concise overview of the study areas in SITC’s published programme guide. Read the guide for the full academic profile.

  1. English Language Skills

    Grammar, vocabulary, word classes, sentence construction and writing foundations.

  2. Literature and Text Analysis

    Introduction to literature, literary forms, selected poetry, prose and drama, and critical appreciation.

  3. Communication Skills

    Listening, speaking, questions, reported speech and practical language use.

  4. Language in a Professional Context

    Business letters, reports, emails, proposals, CVs and professional vocabulary.

  5. Soft Skill Development

    Group discussion, teamwork, interviews, presentations, public speaking and problem solving.

  6. Language in Context and Special Purposes

    Contextual grammar, idioms, academic English, technical English and English for business.

Develop your understanding

  • Build confidence in listening, speaking, reading and writing.
  • Prepare clearer written communication for study and work.
  • Develop an introduction to literary reading and further English study.

Entry & application

Share your qualifications and relevant work experience with admissions. Eligibility is reviewed against the programme requirements; the listed audience does not guarantee admission.

  1. Choose your pathwayTell the team which programme interests you and what you hope to achieve.
  2. Review your eligibilityHave your certificates, results and relevant experience ready for an admissions assessment.
  3. Confirm your offerRequest the syllabus, awarding details, study schedule, full fee breakdown and refund terms in writing.
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Fees & study arrangements

Published in the June 2026 programme guide. Confirm the plan for your intake before paying.

Standard course fee
LKR 36,000
After the published 50% scholarship
LKR 18,000
One-time payment option
LKR 13,000
Instalment plan
3 × LKR 6,000
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Ask admissions for the next available intake and current timetable.

Where your learning can take you

Explore the BA in English as a further academic option. Entry and any credit recognition are assessed against the current degree requirements.

Career and further-study outcomes depend on your experience, results and the requirements of employers or receiving institutions.

Programme information

Study areas, delivery and fees on this page are drawn from SITC’s published intake guide. The overview and progression notes help you interpret that information. The guide and a written admissions offer should be used to confirm the arrangements for your intake.

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Source: June 2026 programme guide (PDF) ↗

Before you apply

How long is the Diploma in English?

The published programme guide describes 6 months of study, delivered online via zoom. Confirm the current intake and timetable with SITC admissions.

What are the published course fees?

The June 2026 programme guide lists a standard course fee of LKR 36,000 and a published 50% scholarship total of LKR 18,000. A one-time payment option of LKR 13,000 is also listed. The instalment plan is 3 payments of LKR 6,000. Confirm the offer and any additional charges for your intake before paying.

How do I start my application?

Use the enquiry form below to prepare a WhatsApp message with this programme selected. An admissions adviser can review your background and explain the application steps. You choose whether to send the message.

What should I confirm about the qualification?

Ask for the exact award title, awarding institution, syllabus, assessment requirements and evidence relevant to your intended use of the qualification. Recognition for employment, migration or further study depends on the receiving organisation.

Are fees and intake dates guaranteed?

Published guides describe a particular intake. Confirm current fees, payment deadlines, additional charges and the timetable with admissions. Payment or an enquiry alone does not guarantee admission or credit exemptions.

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