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Official Framework Mapping

Sri Lanka Qualification Framework

Institutional & Progression Pathways Structure

SLQF Level 12Ph.D. / MD / D.Sc.
Doctoral
SLQF Level 11M.Phil
Research
SLQF Level 10M.Sc. (with Course work + Research)
SLQF Level 9M.Sc. (By Course work)
SLQF Level 8PG Diploma
SLQF Level 7PG Certificate
SLQF Level 6B.Sc. Honours
4 Years
SLQF Level 5B.Sc.
3 Years
SLQF Level 4Higher Diploma
SLQF Level 3Diploma
SLQF Level 2GCE AL
SLQF Level 1GCE OL

Lateral Progression Protocol

ConditionFrom L5 / L6

High GPA Entry Matrix

Allows direct lateral fast-track acceleration to postgraduate tiers bypassing certain intermediate certifications if explicit high GPA baselines are fully achieved.

ExaminationEquivalence Test

Qualifying Evaluation (L6 or L7)

Formal evaluation gateway confirming cognitive competencies match honors or master's foundation thresholds prior to advanced programmatic intake.

APL TrackPrior Learning

Accredited Prior Learning (L3 & L4)

Validates industrial competency metrics, vocational certs, and formal operational fields for lateral access criteria into higher tier diplomas.

Figure 1.0 — SLQF Structural Framework Architecture Matrix
Cross-Stream Compatibility Suite
National Education Architecture Matrix

SLQF & NVQ Comparable Levels

Sri Lanka Qualification Framework & National Vocational Qualification Synthesis

SLQF Framework StreamMaintains a significantly higher cognitive component emphasis.
NVQ Vocational StreamEngineered with a primary focus on practical operational components.
Bridging Requirements MatrixRequires a 1-year transition program carrying a minimum volume of 30 credits.
Practical ComponentsTECHNICAL / SKILLS
NVQ L7B.Tech.
NVQ L6Advanced Diploma
NVQ L5Diploma
NVQ L4Certificate
NVQ L3Certificate
NVQ L2Certificate
NVQ L1Certificate
Crossways
L7BridgeL5
L6BridgeL4
L5BridgeL3
L4BridgeL2
Academic Routes
GCE AL➔NVQ L4
GCE OL➔NVQ L3
Cognitive FocusACADEMIC / THEORY
SLQF L12Ph.D. / MD / D.Sc.
Doctoral
SLQF L11M.Phil
Research
SLQF L10M.Sc. (with Coursework + Research)
SLQF L9M.Sc. (By Coursework)
SLQF L8PG Diploma
SLQF L7PG Certificate
SLQF L6B.Sc. Honours
SLQF L5B.Sc.
SLQF L4Higher Diploma
SLQF L3Diploma
SLQF L2GCE AL
SLQF L1GCE OL
Figure 2.0 — Comprehensive SLQF & NVQ Comparable Cross-over Blueprint Reference

Official SLQF Reference Documentation

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