Faculty of Languages, Humanities and Social Sciences

Faculty Overview

The Faculty of Languages, Humanities and Social Sciences is responsible for the design and development of the curriculum (syllabus, pedagogy & assessment) for general education at the NIE. Faculty has separate departments & units, which are headed by the directors /heads for various subject areas, clustered into broader categories.

OBJECTIVES

  • To promote a high-quality Early Childhood and Primary Education for every child to face the challenges of their future life successfully.
  • To strengthen the competencies of learners in the Tamil language and literature and Tamil as a Second Language in line with the philosophical, literary, scientific and technological advancement reflecting patriotism and national identity.
  • To strengthen competencies of learners in the Tamil language and literature and Tamil as a Second Language in line with the philosophical, literary, scientific and technological advancement reflecting patriotism and national identity.
  • To strengthen learners' competencies in the English language in line with philosophical, literary, scientific and technological advancement, reflecting patriotism and national identity.
  • To develop competencies in area of aesthetic interest, creativity, sensitivity and tolerance.
  • To facilitate learners to be citizens with rich personalities assuring social justice by being society friendly and loyal to each one's religious identity.
  • To facilitate learners to become responsible community members who appreciate one's heritage with desirable interpersonal and environmental relationships for a world of safety.
  • To strengthen the teaching-learning process at Pirivena Education with the new scientific knowledge cumulated into subject areas within the classical education tradition.

DEPARTMENTS

Department of Early Childhood Development & Primary Education
Department of Early Childhood Development & Primary Education
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Department of Sinhala Language
Department of Sinhala Language
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Department of Tamil Language
Department of Tamil Language
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Department of English Language
Department of English Language
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Department of Aesthetic Education
Department of Aesthetic Education
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Department of Religions and Value Education
Department of Religions and Value Education
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Department of Social Sciences
Department of Social Sciences
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Department of Classical/ Foreign Languages & Bilingual Education
Department of Classical/ Foreign Languages & Bilingual Education
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Piriven Education Unit
Piriven Education Unit
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NON ACADEMIC STAFF

Mrs. N. Nanthinee

Management Assistant - I

Mr. D. Wijethunga

Management Assistant - III

Deputy Director General's
Message

The study of Languages, Humanities, and Social Sciences is important as it provides a broad understanding of the world in which we live. It gives a deeper understanding of human behavior through the past and current and how we can participate actively, and communicate better. The study of these subjects enables us to better understand ourselves as humans and how we react. This knowledge enables us to identify the root causes of social issues and find effective solutions.

 

The aim of the Faculty of Languages, Humanities, and Social Services is to ensure through these study subjects, students of general education acquire an understanding of human relationships, become better communicators and gain attitudes and values that are vital for participation in the affairs of the community, and state. Many 21st – century soft skills stem from the mastery of these subjects. Therefore, my staff and I are committed to providing knowledge and skills through the development of curricula and pedagogy, and assessment for the national general education.

Dr. S.A.D. Samaraweera

Deputy Director General, Faculty of Languages , Humanities & Social Sciences

Faculty of Languages, Humanities and Social Sciences
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