Diploma in Software Engineering (Full Time)

1-year diploma at NIBM, full-time in Colombo, Kandy and 2 more.

NIBM
LevelDiploma
Duration1 Year
Study modefull-time
CampusGalle

Overview

About this course

Diploma in Software Engineering (Full Time) is a 1-year diploma taught within the School Of Computing at NIBM. The study plan moves through Semester 01 - Stage 1, Semester 01 - Stage 2, Semester 02 - Stage 1 and Semester 02 - Stage 2 in sequence. Modules named on the NIBM page include Introduction to Computer Science, Algorithms and Programming Fundamentals, Data Management 1, Software Engineering and Developing Modern Web. The programme is available full-time and is taught in English. It is listed at Colombo, Kandy, Kurunegala and Galle, and not every intake runs at every location. The next start date NIBM lists is 15 October 2026 at Galle. Fees, start dates and entry criteria can change, so confirm them with NIBM before you apply.

Modules

14 modules
Introduction to Computer Science
Mathematics for Computing
Algorithms and Programming Fundamentals

Entry requirements

Academic Entry Requirement

Admission criteria
  • A/L Option: Minimum of 3 passes at G.C.E A/L in Mathematics / Science Streams or Technology Stream with ICT
  • O/L Option: Sat for G.C.E. A/L in Mathematics/ Science/ Technology streams and passed G.C.E. O/L with minimum 5 credits including “B” passes for Mathematics, Science/ICT and “C” pass for English
  • NIBM Option: Successfully completed the Degree Foundation in Computer Science

Fees & scholarships

Local students

LKR 350,000total
Registration fee of LKR 5,000 is charged separately.

Facilities

Gallery

Key information

Level

diploma

Duration

1 Year · full-time

Location

Colombo, Colombo, Peradeniya, Galle, Matara, Kurunegala

Fees

LKR 350,000 · Local

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Upcoming intakes

No upcoming intakes listed
Verified informationOct 14, 2026

Related study areas

Software EngineeringComputer ScienceComputing

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