Higher National Diploma in Childhood Studies

2-year higher national diploma at NIBM, part-time in Colombo.

LevelHigher-national-diploma
Duration2 Years
Study modepart-time
CampusColombo

Overview

About this course

Higher National Diploma in Childhood Studies is a 2-year higher national diploma taught within the School Of Language at NIBM. The study plan moves through Semester 01 and Semester 02 in sequence. Modules named on the NIBM page include The Social Psychology of Childhood, Systematic Observation of Infants, Children’s Literature, Popular Culture and Digital Media Influence, Child Protection and Safeguarding Practices and Understanding Neurodiversity in Childhood and Disabilities. The programme is available part-time and is taught in English. It is listed at Colombo. The next start date NIBM lists is 1 November 2026 at Colombo. Fees, start dates and entry criteria can change, so confirm them with NIBM before you apply.

Modules

12 modules
The Social Psychology of Childhood
Childhood Development – Concepts and Theoretical Foundations
Systematic Observation of Infants

Entry requirements

Academic Entry Requirement

Admission criteria
  • 3 Passes at the G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination
  • Or: Successful completion of a Certificate or Diploma programme related to Childhood Studies, Early Childhood Education, Child Psychology, Education, TESOL, English or a relevant field.
  • And: A good command of the English language in reading, writing, listening, and speaking is required to successfully complete this programme.

Fees & scholarships

Local students

LKR 500,000total
Registration fee of LKR 5,000 is charged separately.

Facilities

Gallery

Key information

Level

higher-national-diploma

Duration

2 Years · part-time

Location

Colombo, Colombo, Peradeniya, Galle, Matara, Kurunegala

Fees

LKR 500,000 · Local

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Upcoming intakes

No upcoming intakes listed
Verified informationOct 14, 2026

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