Graduateship in Chemistry
1. Three passes in science subjects, with Chemistry as a subject, at the
1.1 GCE Advanced level examination OR
1.2 GCE Advanced level examination by Pearson Edexel, UK (London A/L)
OR
1.3 International Advanced Level by Pearson Edexel, UK OR
1.4 GSE Advanced Level Examination by Cambridge International Examinations, UK OR
2. Completed the Diploma in Laboratory programme offered by the Institute OR.
3. Completed the foundation course (in Science Subjects) offered by the Open University of Sri Lanka OR.
4. Any other criteria, acceptable to the Council of the Institute.
Note: Graduates who have obtained a general degree (SLQF Level 5) from a state university having completed a sufficient number of chemistry-based courses shall be granted direct admission to Level 3 upon approval by the Academic Board of the Institute (terms and conditions apply).
For whom?
The GIC Programme provides an opportunity for individuals who are currently employed in chemical industries to receive a professional qualification and a solid background knowledge regarding the industry that they are involved in.
University students who follow different disciplines or general degrees with Chemistry as a subject have the opportunity to follow this course to further enrich their knowledge and also to gain an in-depth understanding from the perspective of a chemistry background.
The GIC qualification is open for fresh school leavers as well.
Opportunities
Graduates of the GIC programme have many prospects in the industry as well as in academia. Most of our Alumni are placed in respected positions in the industry. Some opportunities available for a GIC graduate are,
- Postgraduate opportunities either nationally or internationally;
- Opportunities in the chemical industry;
- Administrative opportunities in the corporate sector;
- Teaching careers in private educational institutions.
Transfer Options
For a student who wishes to continue studies with one of our affiliate universities, a transfer programme is available after two years of study at CCS. If one joins the Northumbria University, UK, an additional one year of study is required to obtain a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry. Upon completion of another two years at the University of Cincinnati, USA, one would obtain a Bachelor’s degree in Science with a major in Chemistry. A similar qualification awaits a student who completes two years if they opt to join the Truman State University, USA.
Why select the GIC programme?
Prospective students enrolling for the GIC programme, are generally,
- Individuals already occupied in chemical industries, and are yearning to push their qualification and knowledge from being a technician to a graduate;
- Students who are already enrolled in a state University or are working in the industry, and can only commit to a part-time professional degree;
- Individuals who wish to have a strong foundation in chemistry, while following a broad spectrum of industry-oriented courses.