Post Graduate Diploma in Education

Education

Mode of Study

Online classes, interactive LMS, and on-site workshops

Intake

Jan, Apr, Jun, Oct

Duration

1 Year

Free offered

Certificate in Microsoft 365

Payments

Registration Fee :

Rs.32030

Course Fee :

Rs.240000

Program Objectives

The Postgraduate Diploma in Education aims to:

Develop professional teachers equipped with advanced pedagogical knowledge.
Foster critical reflection and research-based practice.
Enable educators to design, implement, and assess learning effectively.
Prepare graduates for leadership roles in education.

Program Structure

Semester I – Foundations of Education

No.	Course Code	Course Title	Credits
1	PGDE 101	Philosophy and Sociology of Education	3
2	PGDE 102	Educational Psychology	3
3	PGDE 103	Curriculum Design and Development	3
4	PGDE 104	Measurement and Evaluation in Education	3
5	PGDE 105	Educational Technology and ICT in Teaching	3

Semester I Total: 15 Credits

Semester II – Professional Practice and Research

No.	Course Code	Course Title	Credits
6	PGDE 201	Teaching Methods and Pedagogical Approaches	3
7	PGDE 202	Educational Leadership and Management	3
8	PGDE 203	Inclusive and Special Needs Education	3
9	PGDE 204	Educational Research and Report Writing	3
10	PGDE 205	Teaching Practice / Practicum (School-based)	6

Semester II Total: 18 Credits

Course Descriptions (Short Overview)

PGDE 101 – Philosophy and Sociology of Education

Explores the philosophical and social foundations of education, educational values, and how societal changes impact educational systems.

PGDE 102 – Educational Psychology

Focuses on human development, learning theories, motivation, and classroom behavior management.

PGDE 103 – Curriculum Design and Development

Covers principles, models, and evaluation of curriculum design for various educational levels.

PGDE 104 – Measurement and Evaluation in Education

Introduces assessment techniques, test construction, validity, reliability, and interpretation of results.

PGDE 105 – Educational Technology and ICT

Examines the integration of modern technology into the teaching-learning process, including digital learning tools.

PGDE 201 – Teaching Methods and Pedagogical Approaches

Develops practical teaching strategies, lesson planning, and subject-specific pedagogy.

PGDE 202 – Educational Leadership and Management

Provides knowledge of educational administration, leadership theories, and policy development.

PGDE 203 – Inclusive and Special Needs Education

Promotes understanding of inclusive education principles and adapting teaching for learners with diverse needs.

PGDE 204 – Educational Research and Report Writing

Equips students with skills in educational research design, data analysis, and academic writing.

PGDE 205 – Teaching Practice / Practicum

A supervised school-based experience to apply theoretical knowledge in real classroom settings.

Assessment Methods

Assignments and reflective journals
Written examinations
Lesson planning and teaching demonstrations
Research project / Action research report
Teaching Practice evaluation

Entry Requirements

A Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline (or equivalent qualification).
Applicants without a degree may be considered with recognized teaching experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Email: [email protected] Phone: +94 777-29-90-91

Yes. Degrees are awarded by globally recognized universities and can be verified through our official verification process.

Yes. We have certified training centers including SITC, MIBA, ISBM, and HDI CAMPUS II. You may visit the nearest one for support.

Once reviewed, you’ll receive a formal welcome email from the awarding university and an offer letter from HDI CAMPUS.

Yes. The degrees we offer are awarded by universities recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) of Sri Lanka.

Yes. This degree is accepted as a valid qualification for employment in both the government and private sectors in Sri Lanka. It can also be used to meet the eligibility requirements for promotions within those sectors.

This is a Blended Learning program, which combines both online and on-site components. All lectures are delivered online via Zoom, ensuring accessibility and flexibility for students. In addition, each subject includes relevant practical workshops and training sessions to enhance hands-on learning and real-world application.

Evaluation is carried out through a combination of the following methods:

Continuous Assessments: Assignments, quizzes, and practical activities throughout the course.
Written Examinations: Conducted at the end of each module or semester.
Project Work / Research Component: Depending on the program, students may be required to complete a project or research-based assignment.

You can pay the balance:

In full
In 3, 6, or 12 installments
Payments can be made via bank deposit or online transfer.

HDI CAMPUS Fee: Rs. 10,000/-
University Registration Fee: $72 (Approx. Rs. 22,030/-)

Once the initial registration fee is fully paid, the remaining balance can be settled either as a lump sum or through an installment plan of 3, 6, or 12 payments.

You will receive LMS credentials after your registration is complete. All your lecture materials, assignments, and progress tracking are available there.

Certified copies of academic certificates
Passport-size photo
NIC / Passport copy
English proficiency proof (if applicable)
CV (For Master’s/PhD)
Research proposal (For PhD)

For guidance and support, please contact:
[email protected]

Bachelor: Typically within the final semester.
Master: Typically within 6 to 12 months.
PhD: Typically within 18 to 24 months.

Yes. All students — Bachelor, Master, and PhD — must successfully defend their thesis/project in a formal Viva Test. You will present your research and answer questions from an academic panel.

Selected Master and PhD theses will be published in the HDI CAMPUS Publication Portal and/or Academic Journal.
This allows your research to contribute to global academic knowledge and gives you a published academic record.

Yes, HDI CAMPUS facilitates publication in its partnered Academic Journal (www.acadj.org) with minimal fees. You may also publish in other approved journals.

Bachelor: Not mandatory, but encouraged.
Master: Not mandatory, but encouraged.
PhD: Yes, you are required to publish at least 2 articles in indexed journals. The university facilitates low-cost publication in Academic Journal (www.acadj.org).

The acceptable similarity index is below 20% (excluding references, tables, and appendices). All theses will be checked using a plagiarism detection system.

You may request a change in topic by submitting a formal request to the Faculty Research Committee. Changes are subject to approval and must be made early in the research process.

After your thesis topic is approved, the university will assign a qualified academic supervisor who has expertise in your subject area. You will be notified of your supervisor by email.

Students are encouraged to propose their own thesis topics aligned with their academic interests. However, topics must be approved by the Faculty Research Committee. Supervisors will assist in refining topics.

Distance Learning University

HDI CAMPUS

Mode of Study

Intake

Duration

Free offered

Payments

Program Objectives

Program Structure

Semester I – Foundations of Education

Semester II – Professional Practice and Research

Course Descriptions (Short Overview)

PGDE 101 – Philosophy and Sociology of Education

PGDE 102 – Educational Psychology

PGDE 103 – Curriculum Design and Development

PGDE 104 – Measurement and Evaluation in Education

PGDE 105 – Educational Technology and ICT

PGDE 201 – Teaching Methods and Pedagogical Approaches

PGDE 202 – Educational Leadership and Management

PGDE 203 – Inclusive and Special Needs Education

PGDE 204 – Educational Research and Report Writing

PGDE 205 – Teaching Practice / Practicum

Assessment Methods

Entry Requirements

Frequently Asked Questions

Distance Learning University

HDI CAMPUS

SITC BRANCH

Main StreetRathnapura

ISBM BRANCH

Colombo StreetKegalle

MIBA BRANCH

Nuwaraeliya RoadPussellawa

HDI CAMPUS II

PelmadullaRathnapura

SITC BRANCH II

DoranuwaRuwanwelle

LMS : www.hdic.edu.lk

ADMINISTRATION

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Main Street
Rathnapura

Colombo Street
Kegalle

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Pussellawa

Pelmadulla
Rathnapura

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Ruwanwelle

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Kandy