The Applied Project Final Viva and Industry Evaluation Session was held on Sunday, 17th May 2026, as part of the Bachelor of Computer Science (Cyber Security / Software Engineering) and Bachelor of Science (Cyber Security) programs.
This event marked an important milestone in our students’ academic journey, providing them with the opportunity to present their final-year project outcomes to a panel of academic staff, supervisors, and industry experts. The session included project presentations, system demonstrations, technical evaluations, and viva discussions, allowing students to showcase their technical knowledge, teamwork, problem-solving skills, and project implementation outcomes.
The event also created a valuable platform for students to receive professional feedback from both academic and industry perspectives, helping them further strengthen their confidence and readiness for future career opportunities.
We were pleased to have the support and participation of academic panel members, project supervisors, learning advisers, and invited industry experts who contributed their time and expertise to evaluate and guide the students.
Special appreciation to the following Panel Members,
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David Matthews, Pro Vice-Chancellor (Sri Lanka) and CEO of ECSLS (Pvt) Ltd
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Dr. Sajani Dias, Dean of Academic Programs – ECU Sri Lanka Campus
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Unit Coordinator: Mr. Brett Turner – Lecturer in Charge
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Applied Project Applied Project Coordinator: Jethendri Perera – Lecturer – Computer Science, ECU Sri Lanka Campus
Industry Experts:
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Shanuka Meegasdeniya – Quality Engineering Lead, Sysco LABS Sri Lanka
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Chamodi Rathnasinghe – Senior Consultant / Tech Lead – AI & Data, Ernst & Young Global Delivery Services (EY GDS)
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Nimesh Ekanayake – Senior Technical Consultant, Platned
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Shehan Pathirathna – Associate Tech Lead, Surge Global
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Dhammika Mendis – CEO, Ceynocta | President & Board Director, PMI Sri Lanka Chapter
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Kushanga Sandeepa – Lead Engineer – Network and Security, Connex Information Technologies
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Kalani Matheesha – Associate Lead – Information Security, Epic Lanka (Pvt) Ltd
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Chameera Laknath – Tech Lead, Virtusa
Supervisors:
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Madawa Senevirathna – Program Convener Computing and Security, ECU Sri Lanka Campus
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Hansila Sudasinghe – Discipline Lead (Software Engineering), ECU Sri Lanka Campus
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Kavindi Tharika – Lecturer – Computer Science, ECU Sri Lanka Campus
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Ann Appuhamy – Higher Education Leadership | Curriculum Management | Student Success & Academic Operations
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Kavindu Chethiya Yakupitiya – Cybersecurity Researcher | PhD Candidate | Lecturer | Cloud & Network Security Specialist | AI & Cryptography Enthusiast | Industry Consultant
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Akila Jayarathna – Senior System Analyst, National Water Supply and Drainage Board
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Jude Myuran – Technology Architect / Manager – Network Security | Trainer and Visiting Lecturer – Cyber & Network Security, Wiley
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Inoshi Jayaweera – Technical Consultant
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Nipun Uswatte – Senior Software Engineer at IFS | Certified Trainer | Lecturer | MSc in ASE
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Ujitha Manujapriya Sudasinghe – Software Technical Consultant
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Wiraj Wickramaarachchi – Senior Lecturer at Rajarata University of Sri Lanka
Lecturers:
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Madawa Senevirathna – Program Convener Computing and Security, ECU Sri Lanka Campus
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Hansila Sudasinghe – Discipline Lead (Software Engineering), ECU Sri Lanka Campus
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Nisal Mandira – Lecturer – Computer Science, ECU Sri Lanka Campus
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Kavindi Tharika – Lecturer – Computer Science, ECU Sri Lanka Campus
Presentation Skills Enhancement:
Learning Advisers and WIL:
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Ms. Nishanthi Wegodapola – Assistant Manager, Learning & Support
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Ms. Hasara Senadipathi – Learning Adviser
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Ms. Sakalya Rajapakse – Learning Adviser
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Ms. Vinuji Karunarathne – WIL Coordinator
We would also like to extend our sincere appreciation to the IT Support and Maintenance teams for their valuable assistance in arranging the technical setup, venue preparations, and overall event support, which helped ensure the smooth conduct of the session.
The Applied Project module plays a key role in helping students apply their academic knowledge to real-world project scenarios. Through this final evaluation, students were able to demonstrate their project outcomes, technical competencies, communication skills, and professional readiness.
Please let me know if you require any further details, names of panel members from the event.
