About PIBT

Sri Lanka’s partner campus of the University of Greenwich, UK

PIBT (Pioneer Institute of Business and Technology) was founded in 2003 in Colombo and has been the University of Greenwich’s partner campus in Sri Lanka since 2005. Working across the School of Law, School of Business, School of Computing & IT, and School of Engineering, PIBT has produced over 6,000 graduates, all internal University of Greenwich degree holders, employed across Sri Lanka, the UK, Europe, the USA, the Middle East and Asia Pacific.

Founded in 2003, built on a Greenwich partnership since 2005

PIBT was established in 2003 as a private higher education institution in Colombo. In 2005, PIBT became the University of Greenwich’s partner campus in Sri Lanka, a relationship that has since shaped every programme PIBT offers. Every PIBT qualification is an internal University of Greenwich degree: examined and awarded to the same standard as Greenwich’s own campus in London.

Since then, PIBT has grown from its original offering into four schools: Law, Business, Computing & IT, and Engineering, spanning undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral study, alongside Higher National Diplomas and professional certifications. Because PIBT’s students are largely working professionals, every programme is delivered on weekends, so a UK degree fits around a career rather than replacing it.

2025 - Mark the anniversary

PIBT announces a new Special Bursary Scholarship Scheme, offering tuition support on selected programmes for future students.

2025 - Graduation

University of Greenwich holds its graduation ceremony in Colombo in partnership with PIBT.

2023 - University of Greenwich named Best UK University 2023

a recognition PIBT shares as an official Greenwich partner campus.

2003

PIBT founded in Colombo.

2025 - 20 Year Partnership Milestone

Coinciding with the graduation, PIBT hosts a media briefing at Cinnamon Grand Colombo marking two decades of its strategic alliance with Greenwich.

2024 - Global Greenwich Summer School

held for PIBT students, extending the partnership beyond Colombo with a UK-based academic experience.

2005

PIBT begins its academic partnership with the University of Greenwich, UK.

2005

PIBT begins its academic partnership with the University of Greenwich, UK.

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What PIBT stands for

Vision

To equip students with the knowledge, skills and confidence to contribute to global industries as life-long learners, underpinned by respect, tolerance, inclusion and excellence.

Mission

Campus Life

Embark on a journey of knowledge, discovery, and growth at Univex University. Our admissions process is designed identify bright, motivated individuals who are eager contribute to our dynamic academic community.

Our Exclusive happy student saying

The university provides a supportive learning environment with experienced faculty and strong academic programs.

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Student

The university provides a supportive learning environment with experienced faculty and strong academic programs.

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Student

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Get to know PIBT

The Greenwich Partnership

What a University of Greenwich internal degree actually means same award, same syllabus, awarded directly by Greenwich

Why PIBT for Professionals

Weekend delivery, career progression and why PIBT is built around a working week, not a term calendar

Our Academic Panel

Profiles of PIBT's senior lecturers and their standing in Sri Lanka's IT, business and legal sectors

Accreditation & Recognition

How a PIBT/Greenwich qualification is recognised, in Sri Lanka and internationally.

Leadership Message

A short statement from PIBT's Director / Principal

Ready to see which programme fits your career?