General Information

Overview

CINEC Campus is a private higher-education institution in Sri Lanka, founded in 1990, located in Malabe (suburbs of Colombo). Over the years it has grown to become one of the largest and most diversified non-state tertiary institutions in the country. What started with a strong focus on maritime and merchant-marine education has expanded into a broad portfolio of academic and vocational fields — including engineering, technology, health sciences, aircraft maintenance, information technology, logistics, management, hospitality, law, education, and more.

The design of CINEC emphasizes providing globally recognized qualifications while maintaining practical, hands-on training and industry relevance. With a student base of over twenty thousand registered learners annually and upwards of 200+ certificate, diploma, graduate and postgraduate programmes, CINEC aims to meet not only local labour market needs but also global standards and employment demands. Its campus infrastructure, simulators, workshops and collaborations further reinforce its commitment to preparing students to succeed in competitive industries both domestically and internationally.

Contact Information

Address (Main Campus): Millennium Drive, IT Park, Malabe, Western Province, Sri Lanka
Telephone: +94 11 2 413 500 or +94 11 4 486 400
Email (General Inquiries): info@cinec.edu

School Facts of CINEC Campus

Fact	Details
Founding Year	1990
Type	Private non-state higher education / vocational & academic institute
Location	Malabe, Colombo suburbs (branch campuses also in other parts of Sri Lanka)
Student Body (annual registration)	~22,000 students
Academic Offerings	Over 200 programmes (Certificates, Diplomas, Higher Diplomas, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Doctoral)
Core Focus Areas	Maritime & Marine Engineering, Engineering & Technology, Health Sciences, Aircraft Maintenance, IT, Logistics & Transport, Management & Business, Hospitality & Tourism, Education, Law, Vocational Training

CINEC Campus Rankings

Ranking / Recognition	National / Country	Global / International / Notes
Business World International Awards – “Best University of the Year (X-Large-Platinum)”	Recognized among top non-state HEIs in Sri Lanka	—
Quality Certifications & Awards (ISO 9001:2015; National Quality Award; Asia Pacific Quality Award; Presidential Award for Education)	Recognized for institutional quality and education standards	Demonstrates compliance with international quality assurance and education delivery standards

CINEC Campus Academics

CINEC Campus Faculties / Departments

• Faculty of Maritime Sciences & Marine Engineering
• Faculty of Engineering and Technology
• Faculty of Management & Social Sciences
• Faculty of Health Sciences
• Faculty of Science and Computing / IT
• Faculty of Humanities & Education
• Faculty of Aviation & Aircraft Maintenance Engineering
• Hospitality, Tourism & Hotel School (via CINEC-IHS)
• Vocational Training Departments (various short and skill-based courses)

CINEC Campus Courses and Programs / Majors

CINEC offers a wide spectrum of programmes across academic and vocational tracks, including:

• Maritime Science and Marine Engineering (officer cadet, marine electrical, nautical science)
• Engineering Degrees (e.g. Civil, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Telecommunication, etc.)
• Information Technology, Computer Science, and Computing-related programmes
• Management, Business Administration, Logistics & Transport Management, Banking & Finance, HR, Marketing & Branding
• Health Sciences courses and allied health/training programmes
• Aircraft Maintenance Engineering and aviation-related training
• Hospitality & Tourism Management; Certificate programmes in professional cookery, pastry & bakery, hotel operations, F&B, housekeeping, hotel front-office — through the CINEC International Hotel School (IHS)
• Humanities & Education: including Bachelor of Education (Honours) degrees (English, Biological Sciences, Physical Science, Information Technology, Sports & Physical Education), as well as top-up courses for trained teachers
• Vocational and short-term skill-training courses designed to meet labour-market demands

Online Learning at CINEC Campus

CINEC’s core educational philosophy emphasizes hands-on training, practical workshops, simulators (for maritime and aviation), labs and in-person instruction, which are essential for many of its programmes. There is limited evidence of fully online degree programmes; most programmes require on-campus presence, practical work, or industry attachments. Therefore, CINEC remains primarily a campus-based institution with traditional instruction and training delivery.

Average Test Scores

Test / Indicator	Typical / Reported Score / Note
International standardized tests (SAT / ACT / GRE)	Not used or publicly reported — admissions are based on national education credentials and/or course-specific requirements rather than US-style standardized tests

Retention and Graduation Rates

CINEC does not publicly disclose comprehensive data on retention or graduation rates across all its programmes. Given its breadth of offerings — from short vocational courses to full bachelor and postgraduate degrees — retention and completion may vary significantly by faculty, course, and student profile. No verified aggregate data is currently available for these metrics.

CINEC Campus Admissions

GPA Range and SAT / ACT Range

CINEC admissions are based on completion of the relevant secondary-school or A-level qualifications as required by Sri Lankan standards, plus course-specific prerequisites where applicable. International standardized tests like SAT, ACT, or GRE are not part of the standard admission criteria for CINEC programmes.

CINEC Campus Acceptance Rate

Admission Type / Route	Acceptance Rate / Data
General admissions (undergraduate / diploma / certificate)	Not publicly disclosed; selection depends on academic credentials, seat availability, and suitability for programme
Cadet / Specialized Maritime, Aviation, or Technical Programmes	Admission depends on entrance screening, prerequisites, and availability rather than a published acceptance percentage

CINEC Campus Application Requirements

Applicants must submit certified copies of relevant secondary-school or pre-university (A-level) certificates or equivalents, identification documents, and complete the official application form for their chosen programme. For technical, maritime, aviation or health-related courses, prerequisites such as appropriate subject background, health and fitness (where required), and sometimes English proficiency may apply. The admission process is designed to ensure that candidates are qualified academically and prepared for the practical demands of training, with emphasis on readiness for industry or maritime/aviation roles.

Application Process

• Submit academic credentials and completed application form for chosen programme
• For special programmes (maritime cadet, engineering, aviation, etc.), satisfy any prerequisites or eligibility conditions
• Await evaluation by the admissions office
• If accepted, complete registration, pay applicable fees, and enroll in courses
• Begin academic, vocational or training programme according to intake schedule

CINEC Campus Application Deadlines / Important Dates

Intake / Programme	Typical Timing / Notes
Undergraduate & Diploma Courses	Intake cycles vary depending on faculty and demand; applicants should refer to CINEC’s admissions announcements for each academic year
Specialized Programmes (Maritime Cadetship, Aviation, Hotel School, etc.)	Intakes may be specific; admission depends on space availability and readiness — prospective students advised to check with admissions ahead of planned start date

Essay Prompt

There is no publicly documented standardized essay prompt required as part of general admission to CINEC. Entry is primarily credentials-based rather than essay-driven.

CINEC Campus Scholarships

While CINEC does not publish a comprehensive scholarship catalogue, given the range of programmes and the institution’s size, there may be financial aid or scholarship/discount opportunities depending on course, merit, or special status. Prospective students are advised to inquire directly with CINEC’s admissions or financial-aid office for current opportunities.

Tuition Fee (Costs) at CINEC Campus

Programme Type / Note	Cost Information / Variability
Certificate / Diploma / Undergraduate	1200 – 1350 USD $
Specialized training (maritime, aviation, hotel vocational, etc.)	1200 – 1350 USD $

Student Profile and Demographics

Student Demographics

CINEC attracts a diverse student body drawn from across Sri Lanka — including urban and provincial areas — due to its wide programme offerings, flexible academic and vocational tracks, and its presence with multiple branches (including in Malabe, Trincomalee, Jaffna, Nugegoda). Students range from fresh secondary-school graduates to mature learners seeking vocational or specialized training. Given the diversity of programmes — from maritime cadetships to business, health, IT, hotel management, and education degrees — the student population spans varied age groups, academic backgrounds, and career aspirations. Detailed breakdowns by gender, ethnicity or age are not publicly disclosed.

Low-Income Students / Students with Disabilities

Public data does not provide a formal breakdown regarding socio-economic status or representation of students with disabilities at CINEC. However, because CINEC offers vocational, diploma and certificate options — alongside full degree programmes — it may serve a range of students including those from modest economic backgrounds who seek more affordable or shorter-term qualifications. Information on disability support services or accommodations is not prominently available.

Student Body

Category	Approximate / Reported Data
Annual Registered Students	~22,000 students
Programmes Offered	Over 200 (Certificates, Diplomas, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Doctoral, Vocational & Professional Training)
International Student Presence	CINEC has affiliated institutes overseas (e.g. in Seychelles, Fiji), but publicly available data on the number of international students at main campus is not specified

University Diversity

CINEC Campus exhibits academic and programme diversity more than demographic statistics. The breadth of offerings — from maritime and marine engineering to IT, business, hospitality, aviation, health sciences, humanities and education — attracts individuals with a wide array of interests, backgrounds and career goals. This structural diversity fosters a dynamic educational environment where cadets, vocational trainees, bachelor’s students, postgraduate candidates, and professional-training students may coexist.

Students likely come from different parts of Sri Lanka (urban, rural, coastal, inland), bringing varied experiences, linguistic backgrounds, and socioeconomic contexts. For those seeking specialized careers — maritime officers, aviation staff, hospitality professionals — CINEC offers training tailored to industry demands. Meanwhile, for those pursuing academic or general education paths, flexible programmes and a variety of fields allow access to higher education outside traditional university frameworks. This multiplicity of paths supports social mobility, vocational readiness, and professional flexibility, making CINEC a unique hub for learners with diverse ambitions.

Average Earnings

There is no publicly accessible, systematic data on average earning outcomes for CINEC graduates, due to the wide variety of programmes and career paths. Earnings are likely to vary significantly depending on field of specialization, level of qualification, industry demand, and whether graduates enter technical, maritime, aviation, management, or service-oriented careers. Graduates from maritime, marine engineering, aviation or hospitality programmes may have potential for internationally oriented jobs or employment in global industries, which could lead to competitive salaries. For others — business, IT, education, general degrees — remuneration would reflect local market conditions in Sri Lanka. The practical and vocational training focus of CINEC may enable graduates to enter the workforce sooner, potentially reducing training-to-employment gap, but income outcomes remain highly variable and dependent on multiple factors.

CINEC Campus Faculty and Staff

Teachers and Staff

CINEC employs a large and varied academic staff, including lecturers, industry practitioners, maritime and marine experts, engineers, aviation and hospitality professionals, as well as support and administrative staff. Given its programme diversity, faculty are drawn from multiple disciplines — marine sciences and engineering, technical trades, IT, management, hospitality, aviation maintenance, health sciences, and more. Many faculty members combine academic credentials with real-world industry experience to deliver practical training, theoretical education, and prepare students for both local and international employment.

Faculty Profiles

Faculty at CINEC include qualified instructors with postgraduate degrees and many years of academic and industrial experience. In maritime and marine engineering departments, staff often include licensed seafarers, marine engineers and navigation experts, ensuring cadets receive hands-on, industry-relevant training. In engineering, technology, IT, and aviation departments, instructors are likely to have technical backgrounds and practical know-how aligned with industry standards. Hospitality and tourism trainers may include professionals with real-world hotel and service-industry experience. Across all departments, the focus is on blending theoretical knowledge with practical competence and industry readiness, which is supported by CINEC’s emphasis on practical workshops, labs, simulators and real-world attachments.

CINEC Campus Campus and Student Life

Campus Life / Housing

CINEC Campus (main) in Malabe offers modern educational facilities including technical workshops, maritime ship-in-campus simulators, aircraft-maintenance training resources, labs, and other relevant infrastructure. The campus also provides residential facilities, cafeteria, gymnasium, swimming pool, and general student amenities, contributing to a well-rounded campus environment. For students undertaking intensive technical or maritime training, residential accommodation may be particularly helpful, especially for those coming from outside Colombo or from other provinces. The campus social environment is likely lively and diverse, reflecting its wide student population and varied programmes.

Transportation

Malabe – the main campus location – is a suburb of Colombo, accessible via city transport links. Students commuting from within Colombo or nearby areas can likely use public transportation or private commuting options. For students residing in campus housing, logistics are simplified. Given the presence of multiple branches (in other cities, provinces and even overseas partnerships), mobility and access may vary depending on the student’s campus or programme. For practical, maritime or aviation courses that may require external placements, students may travel beyond campus for training or internships; the campus infrastructure supports the transition between academic and practical work.