DEGREE FOUNDATION AT UNISTEM

Start Your Degree. While Still in School.

DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS LEADERSHIP & ENTREPRENEURSHIP 

The UNISTEM Degree Foundation pathway is designed for students who have completed their GCE Ordinary Level (O/L) examination. This pathway builds strong academic foundations, practical skills and future-ready competencies, preparing students for successful progression into globally recognised degree programmes.

Progression Pathway

On completion of the degree Foundation Programme, students will continue their degree studies at the University of Northampton, UK, through UNISTEM.

Degree Pathways

Students can progress to a BSc (Hons) or BA(Hons) degree programme in:

      • Business, Business Analytics, HRM, Supply Chain Management & Logistics
      • Information Technology (IT), Cyber Security, Project Management
      • Accounting, Banking
      • Psychology
      • Hospitality and Tourism

Enjoy Your School Life

School is about much more than examinations. It is about friendships, sports, clubs, leadership opportunities, and personal growth.

While studying for the Degree Foundation, students can continue to enjoy these valuable school experiences.

Be Ahead in Completing a Degree

This pathway will enable students to complete a degree a few years ahead of their classmates who would take the traditional pathway.

A Head Start towards University

Completing the Degree Foundation provides students with a strong academic foundation and a clear pathway to degree studies.

Rather than waiting until after school to begin higher education, students can start developing university-level knowledge and skills much earlier.

The Degree Foundation Offers Peace of Mind

Many students experience tremendous pressure during their Advanced Level studies. This pathway reduces the pressure of competitive examinations.

Students can still sit for their Advanced Level examinations and do their very best, but without feeling that every future opportunity depends entirely on achieving the highest possible grades. Having already completed the Degree Foundation, they have an established pathway towards higher education.

Learn at Your Own Pace

Education should fit around life, not the other way around.

Students may also choose to take a gap year or pause their studies if personal circumstances require it, providing flexibility to continue their education according to their own goals and schedule.

Exceptional Value

The Degree Foundation offers families an affordable alternative pathway into higher education.

The cost of completing the programme is only a fraction of what many families spend on several years of intensive Advanced Level tuition while providing students with internationally recognised preparation for university.

Learn Beyond the Classroom

At UNISTEM, learning is practical, engaging, and student-centred.

Students connect classroom knowledge with real-world experiences through projects, presentations, teamwork, discussions, and problem-solving activities.

Future Ready Pathways: Internship Training 

As students progress, UNISTEM College supports their journey beyond the classroom through internship training, workplace exposure, and employment opportunities at the right stage, helping them build practical skills, confidence, and career readiness.

Parents appreciate the Degree Foundation because it enables their children to:

      • Continue enjoying a balanced school life.
      • Begin preparing for university immediately after O/Ls.
      • Reduce the stress associated with highly competitive examinations.
      • Develop confidence and maturity before entering university.
      • Access flexible learning that fits around school commitments.
      • Can begin an internship training or working, no sooner the student is out of school and ready to strat work.
      • Save significantly on the overall cost of preparing for higher education.

COURSE CONTENT

1. Business Environment & Future Organisations
Explore how modern businesses operate in a rapidly changing world. Students learn about organisations, industries, global trends, sustainability and the factors shaping the future of work.

2. Academic English & Professional Communication
Develop essential university-level communication skills including presentations, academic writing and professional communication. Build confidence to communicate ideas, influence others and work effectively in teams.

3. Business Finance & Decision Making
Learn the fundamentals of financial thinking, budgeting and business performance. Develop skills to use financial information to make responsible business decisions.

4. Marketing, Branding & Customer Experience
Understand how organisations create value, build strong brands and connect with customers. Explore digital marketing, consumer behaviour and customer-focused business strategies.

5. Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Develop creativity, problem-solving skills and an entrepreneurial mindset. Learn how to identify opportunities, design business ideas and turn concepts into practical solutions.

6. Leadership & People Development
Explore leadership styles, teamwork, motivation and emotional intelligence. Students develop confidence, responsibility and the personal skills needed to lead themselves and others.

7. Digital Business & AI Applications
Discover how technology, data and artificial intelligence are transforming organisations. Learn to use digital tools to improve productivity, innovation and business decision-making.

8. Entrepreneurship & Business Innovation Project
Apply knowledge through a practical business project, startup idea or innovation challenge. Students develop research, planning, teamwork and presentation skills required for degree-level study.

      • GCE(O/L) 6 passes with Mathematics & English and Age Below 19 years .
      • Students with pending GCE (O/L) results are eligible to apply

Study Options:

Sunday Batch:
Lecture Schedule: Sundays

COMMENCEMENT: 11th October 2026

Duration: 12 months

Location: UNISTEM: Mangala Gardens, Colombo 05

Course Registration Fee: Rs. 20,000

Course Fee: Rs. 20,000 x 12 Installments: Rs. 240,000

      • Students can pay the course fees by monthly installments.
      • Social Security Contribution Levy (SSCL) of 2.5% will be charged on all above fees.
      • The first month’s payment must be made before the course commencement.

Upon successful completion of the Foundation Programme, students may choose to pursue their degree in one of the following subject areas. 

AI & Analytics related Degrees

Business related Degrees

Psychology related Degree

International Tourism and Hospitality related Degree

Medium: English Medium

Please call for more details: (+94) 11 7181 111/ (+94) 77 220 4101 / (+94) 71 272 4425