OxfordAQA Introduces International GCSE Digital and Information Technology Qualification in Sri Lanka

OxfordAQA, a partnership between Oxford University Press and AQA, has launched a new International GCSE Digital and Information Technology qualification designed for Sri Lankan international schools, combining UK academic standards with practical, project-based learning.

OxfordAQA has announced the introduction of its International GCSE Digital and Information Technology (DIT) qualification to Sri Lankan schools. The new offering expands upon traditional Information and Communication Technology courses by emphasizing practical skills and knowledge relevant to today's digital environment. The qualification was developed following consultations with international schools across the country and maintains alignment with UK educational standards.

The programme combines examination-based assessment with extended practical projects, allowing students to demonstrate their competency through multiple formats. The curriculum focuses on contemporary digital contexts including data management, digital content creation, business applications, and social impact. According to OxfordAQA's Country Director for Sri Lanka, Panchalika Kulatunga, there has been increasing demand from schools for qualifications that reflect real-world digital skill applications. The new DIT qualification aims to address this demand while offering educators a more flexible delivery approach.

OxfordAQA describes the qualification as providing students with technical and creative capabilities alongside problem-solving skills valued by universities and employers. The organisation emphasises its approach to assessment design, noting that qualifications use clear language and culturally relevant content to ensure fair evaluation across diverse learner backgrounds. Managing Director Andrew Coombe stated the company remains committed to developing qualifications that meet evolving needs of international schools while upholding UK education standards. OxfordAQA indicates this addition strengthens its portfolio as it continues expanding its presence across multiple countries.