SLIIT secured the No. 1 position in Sri Lanka in the 2023-2024 cycle, while climbing to the 17th position globally out of more than 1,360 participating universities. • The university’s position in the 2023-2024 cycle was a significant leap from its 22nd position in the previous year. • SLIIT’s rise to the 17th position globally demonstrates its continued growth and strength in the field of architecture. The university has won several awards and recognition over the years.
- SLIIT secured the No. 1 position in Sri Lanka in the 2023-2024 cycle in the INSPIRELI World Architecture University Ranking.
- The university’s position in the 2023-2024 cycle was a significant leap from its 22nd position in the previous year.
- SLIIT has won numerous awards and recognition for its architectural programs.
Ranking Year Position INSPIRELI World Architecture University Ranking 2023-2024 17th Sri Lanka Top Architecture School Ranking 2023-2024 No. 1 Liverpool John Moores University Ranking 2023-2024 Partner Institution The INSPIRELI Awards, a global platform that highlights the creativity, talent, and vision of student architects from over 150 countries, was established in 2015. • INSPIRELI charges no entry fees, ensuring open access to students regardless of financial background. • The competition is not merely a celebration of design, it is deeply rooted in educational values and humanitarian purpose.
“This is a truly remarkable moment for SLIIT, and it reflects the strength of our quality education structure and the world-class facilities we offer at the School of Architecture. We are proud to have our students participating in the global discourse of architecture and to be recognized on the “world of work” showcasing their design excellence.”
The Department of Architecture Head Prof. Lalith De Silva emphasized the importance of the achievement, stating that it inspires prospective students to begin their architectural journey at SLIIT University and reassures current students that their creativity is being recognized.
- Key Points:
- SLIIT secured the No. 1 position in Sri Lanka in the 2023-2024 cycle in the INSPIRELI World Architecture University Ranking.
- The university’s position in the 2023-2024 cycle was a significant leap from its 22nd position in the previous year.
- SLIIT has won numerous awards and recognition for its architectural programs.
- INSPIRELI charges no entry fees, ensuring open access to students regardless of financial background.
- The competition is not merely a celebration of design, it is deeply rooted in educational values and humanitarian purpose.
SLIIT Offers Financial Support to Students
The university offers over Rs. 1 b in student financial support. This financial aid is available to students who are part of the School of Architecture. This milestone marks a growing reputation for SLIIT as a hub of architectural innovation in South Asia, offering globally aligned education within Sri Lanka. For prospective students, it presents a compelling reason to choose SLIIT’s School of Architecture as the foundation for a world-class design career.
For the broader design community, this achievement affirms that Sri Lankan institutions can compete and lead on the global stage. As SLIIT continues to shape a future where design is not only about buildings but about impact, relevance, and global contribution, its students are not merely participating in global discourse; they are helping define it. The university remains committed to supporting young architects in their pursuit of excellence and will continue to build on this success in the years ahead.
