STHRDP which is funded by ADB(Asian Development Bank), support the Sri Lankan government in developing the Faculty of Technology in Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka along with another 3 faculties of another 3 universities to nurture a new breed of technology-oriented graduates equipped with market relevant skills and entrepreneurial spirit.

This Project:

• address lack of financing for priority degree programs, which are in high demand from students and industry
• provide innovative and industry-relevant technology education and research facilities
• help quality curriculum design and academic staffing aligned with international standards
• provide competitive grant scheme and capacity development opportunities.

ADB's value addition: ADB support brings additional value beyond infrastructure by

• adopting the latest facility design features for technology education, green building, and renewable energy solutions
• supporting climate-proofing design in infrastructure to address vulnerability to climate change risk, especially floods from increased unpredictable precipitation and storm surges
• mobilizing technical experts to support academic program design
• supporting internationally recognized accreditation
• including industry collaboration, international university partnerships, and faculty staff capacity development