Diploma in Gemmology [DGem(SL)] – 2025 Programme and Examination
Gemmologists’ Association of Sri Lanka (GASL) is the professional body of Gemmologists’ in Sri Lanka. It is registered with Tertiary and Vocational Education Commision (TVEC) of Sri Lanka. (Registration number P01/0793).Diploma in Gemmology 2020 programme will be inaugurated on 12th of January 2020, at Colombo.
Modules Covered :
- Module A- Introduction to Gemmology
- Module B- Diamond Grading and Trading
- Module C- Fashioning of Gemstones, Jewellery Designing & Manufacturing
- Module D- Pearls and Other Organic Gem Materials
Candidates who pass All four papers (with a score of 55% and above in each paper) will be awarded the Diploma in Gemmology [DGem(SL)].
Candidates who pass only Theory Part I and Practical Part I papers will be awardedthe Certificate in Gemmology.
Candidates who pass particular module exams will be awarded the following certificates.
- Module A – Certificate in Introduction to Gemmology
- Module B – Certificate in Diamond Grading and Trading
- Module C – Certificate in Fashioning of Gemstones, Jewellery Designing & Manufacturing
- Module D – Certificate in Pearls and Other Organic Gem Materials
The following special awards will be presented based on the DGem(SL) examination results.
- Best Achiever in Theory Examination
- Best Achiever in Practical Examination
- Best Achiever in Overall Examination
Examinations will be held in December each year, and the medium of the examination is English.
On receiving the Diploma, candidates can use the qualification DGem(SL) after their names. Also, they can be a member of the Gemmologists Association of Sri Lanka and use MGA(SL).
(Many diploma holders produced by the Association are now well employed in Sri Lankan and foreign institutions.)
Diploma programme details
A diploma programme will be conducted by GASL annually. This course is open to both Sri Lankans and resident / non-resident foreigners in Sri Lanka. The medium of the course is English. Candidates will be interviewed, and only the successful candidates will be enrolled on the programme.
Objectives of the diploma course are:
- To produce well-qualified professional gemmologists with modern knowledge of advanced techniques related to the gem and jewellery industry.
- To enhance and upgrade the skills in the gem and jewellery industry.
Programme fees and examination fees
Registration fee (valid for only two academic years)
- For Sri Lankans, SLR 5,000/-
- For foreigners, SLR 15,000/-
Course fee for Diploma in Gemmology [DGem(SL)] programme
- For Sri Lankans, SLR 150,000/-
- For foreigners, SLR 450,000/-
Sri Lankan students who are registered for the Diploma in Gemmology programme can pay the course fee in full as one payment or in 03 installments as SLR 90,000/- at the registration, SLR 30,000/- after 04 months from the date of registration and the balance SLR 30,000/- after 08 months from the registration.
Foreign students can pay the course fee in full as one payment or in 03 installments as SLR 270,000/- at the registration, SLR 90,000/- after 04 months from the date of registration and the balance SLR 90,000/- after 08 months from the registration.
(Programme fees given above may be revised from time to time).Those who pay the programme fee in full at once will be given 10% concession of the course fee.
Examination fee for DGem(SL) exam
- For Sri Lankans, SLR 40,000/- (SLR 10000/- for each paper)
- For foreigners, SLR 120,000/- (SLR 30,000/-for each paper)
(*Fees once paid are non-refundable.)
Course fee for module A only
- For Sri Lankans, SLR 75,000/-
- For foreigners, SLR 225,000/-
Course fee for module B, C or D only
- For Sri Lankans, SLR 50,000/-
- For foreigners, SLR 150,000/-
Examination fee for a module exam
- For Sri Lankans, SLR 25,000/- (for both Theory and Practical papers)
- For foreigners, SLR 75,000/- (for both Theory and Practical papers)
The Executive Committee of the GASL will reserve the sole right to decide the place and date of examinations and releasing of results and all other matters related to the examination.
For Further information,
Phone : +94117202032 / +94759499056 (Sagarika) / +94712744054 (Sameera)
Email : edu@gemmology.lk / info.jewels.gasl@gmail.com
Visit : www.gemmology.lk
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Results of DGem (SL) Examination 2023
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Results of DGem (SL) Examination 2022
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Results of DGem (SL) Examination 2020
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Results of DGem (SL) Examination 2019
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DGem (SL) Examination Application 2019
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Results of DGem (SL) Examination 2018
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Results of DGem (SL) Examination 2017
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Results of DGem (SL) Examination 2016
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Results of DGem (SL) Examination 2015
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Results of DGem (SL) Examination 2014