Online Application for Unversities and Colleges in PNG 2023/2024

2023/2024 Online Application for Universities: Several Papua New Guinea universities are accepting online applications for postgraduates, non-school leavers and discontinuing students. 

Over the years, many students have had difficulty getting a Non-School Leavers Application Form. Let alone applying to universities and colleges in time. This can be a thing of the past as several universities in PNG have gone online.

Check out the link to the online application for 3 PNG Unis

In this article, we provide a snapshot of the Online Application for Universities and NSL application for colleges in PNG.

2023 Online Application for Universities

In the last 4 years, 3 universities are facilitating online applications for their new postgraduates and non-school leavers' intake. 

There is a significant improvement in the design and implementation of the PNG Universities' websites, too. Notably, the University of Papua New Guinea (UPNG) and the University of Technology (Unitech). 

Here is a list of PNG universities that offer online applications for postgrads and non-school leavers. 

• University of Papua New Guinea (2023 UPNG Online application portal, direct link)
• The University of Technology (Unitech, read about it)
• IBS University Online Application read about it
• UNRE 2023 Degree and Certificate Part-time/Intensive programs application is open now.
• University of Western Pacific Non-school Leavers online application 

SCHOLARSHIP FOR PNG STUDENTS TO STUDY IN MALAYSIA - NOW OPEN

Manual NSL Application Forms

We understand that the other universities and all colleges in PNG are still accepting manual applications. 

If you want more info about application and admission to the universities, click on the links provided: 

• University of Goroka (UoG)
• Divine Word Universit (DWU) 
• Western Pacific University (WPU)
• Pacific Adventist University (PAU)
• University of Natural Resources and Environment (UNRE)
• PNG Colleges Application information for new students (Sl and NSL)

 NSL application for colleges in PNG

We researched the information provided by universities and colleges for  Non-school leavers (NSL) and put them here. In fact,

Check this link (PNG Universities) and this link (PNG Colleges) for 2023 application requirements, and the selection and admission information.

Our observation over the year has shown that there is a  demand for students to have the latest information when applying to universities and colleges in PNG. The information provided by most universities and colleges can be coordinated properly. That way the new students/applicants can find it easier to access application forms and apply with ease.

Having said that, several universities in PNG (mentioned) have done a fantastic job with their websites and social media messages.

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About us

We are an education blog. We strive to point you in the right direction as you are researching your university or college to study in PNG next year. 

Leave a comment and let us know what you think about the application and admission process of your university or college 

We wish you nothing, but the best in your application!

IBS University and IBS College Student Applicationm Acceptance and Courses Info

The institution started as a revision centre for professional examinations in accounting and business in the late 1980s. By 2003, the IBS University has offered certificate courses in Accounting and Business for Grade 10 and 12 school leavers.

The certificate course (Cert in Accounting and Cert in Business) has formed the basis of the institution's core studies. Here is what IBS university said about the two courses at their inceptions:

'IBS developed and offered its Certificate in Accounting, based on the syllabus of Accounting Technicians of [the] United Kingdom in 2002. Certificate in Computing course was introduced in 2003.

These two courses evolved as the primary wheels of IBS then.' (IBS University website)

Check out the information about GPA and Selections in PNG, click here. 

Acronym: IBSU

Established: 1st December 2016

Location: Port Moresby, National Capital District

Website: http://www.ibsu.ac.pg/home

Vision:  To enrich lives through World Class Education, Training and Research.

IBS University - 12 Mile, Port Moresby

The IBS University (formally Institute of Business Studies, IBS) is located at the foot of Mt Eriama, opposite to Marianville Girls Catholic Secondary School just outside Port Moresby. It is about 30 - 45 minutes by PMV from Gordons Market (the bus stop), Port Moresby.

IBS University offers certificate, diploma and degree courses at its Saraga (6 miles) campus and Eriama (12-mile) campus. More course details for the IBS College of TVET and Career Development training are given below. 

First, here is a quick listing of programs offered at IBS University's 12-mile campus. 

IBS University Courses

IBSU had three faculties or schools offering four-degree programs:

• School of Business (Bachelor of Accounting and Finance)
• School of Accounting and Finance (Bachelor of Business and Management; and Bachelor of Economics and Development Studies)
• School of Information Technology (Bachelor of Information Technology)

The institution also offers other degree programs through its affiliation with the University of Southern Cross. It cost over K24,000 to enrol on one of the programs through this affiliation. 

The programs are:

• Bachelor of Business Major in Accounting (School of Business)
• Bachelor of Business Major in Management (School of Business)
• Bachelor of Information Technology Major in User Experience (School of I.T.)

IBS College of TVET, 6 Mile Port Moresby

The IBS college of TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training) at 6 mile offers certificate and diploma courses for Grades 10 and 12 students wanting to pursue studies in business and accounting.

The IBS college of TVET  is an education and training focused on providing primary knowledge and skills for employment in areas of Accounting, Business, and ICT and computing. 

The IBS college is the pathway to the IBS University's diploma and degree courses offered at their Eriama 12-mile campus.

Affiliate - Southern Cross University

IBS University created a diploma pathway for its certificate courses. And has affiliated with the Southern Cross University in Australia to further its Technical and Vocational Education and Training.

Certificate Programs Info

These three certificate programs are offered at the IBS College of TVET. Each certificate program is classified as Certificate 3 and certificate 4. 

That means that if you are a Grade 10 or 12 student, you’ll have to start with certificate 3, and then do certificate 4.

After completing the certificate programs, you can move on to the diploma courses at the IBS university at 12-mile. 

IBS Certificate Programs for Grade 10 and 12 students

The 3 certificate programs are:

1. Accounting 

• Certificate in Accounting 3
• Certificate in Accounting 4

2. Qualification in Business 

• Certificate in Business 3
• Certificate in Business 4

3. Information Technology

• Certificate in Information Technology 3
• Certificate in Information Technology 4

IBS College of TVET Career Development Training

The IBS college takes the initiative to provide on-the-job training for its students. Here is what the college said about Career Development and Training:

'IBS College of TVET offers Career Development Trainings programmes for the students who are looking for further practical exposure to be work-ready. 

These programmes are focused on Certificate 3 and 4 graduates from IBS or any other institutions who would like to enhance their skills prior to joining new employment. 

Our trainees are trained on essential skills that are required in their related field and IBS Team will guide them up to the interview process of potential employers. 

IBS College of TVET Certificate 3 and 4 students are entitled to receive a special discount on Career Development Programmes offered by IBS College of TVET.' (IBS College Website)

How to Apply - IBS University & IBS College of TVET

Potential students can apply either online or by filling in the IBS Application Form. Here is some important information to consider before (and when) filling out the IBS Application Form:

• A soft or hard copy of your certificate: If you are applying online, you will be required to upload the soft copy as an attachment.  
• Photo ID: this can be a driver's license, passport, or National ID with a file size of less than 1 MB.
• Supporting ID such as old school ID, pastors reference letter  with a file size  less than 1 MB

The online application does not require applicants to create an online account. You have to complete an open application by only submitting your personal details and supporting documents.

That means that applicants must have all the requirements available at the time of completing the application form so that all details are captured and sent online. 

However, the best way to apply if you are in Port Moresby is to complete and manual application form and submit it yourself, either at IBS University or IBS College of TVET.

Find out about other PNG Universities and Colleges HERE.

Bougainville Technical College Application

The Bougainville Technical College wishes to notify interested applicants for the 2022 academic year that application for enrolment closes on December 30th, 2021.

This means applications must reach the School’s office before the 30th December,2021 and any late applications will not be considered.

The Deputy Principal academic, TONY KARAU in a notice to the public stated that this will be the last time the School will be accepting Grade tens and Grade 12 who are at home as next year and onwards the School will only accept Grade 12 and online applications.

He announced time table that the School will follow, that all successful applications will be announced on New Dawn FM and NBC between January 8th and ten, 2022.

All applications must be made with a K20 fee that must be deposited to the School’s account.

School fees for 2022 will be boarders will pay SEVEN THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED AND SIXTY-SIX KINA whilst Day Students will pay FIVE THOUSAND AND SIXTEEN KINA.

The school will only accept fifty percent or more in upfront payments during registration.

Source: NEW DAWN FM NEWS

2024 PNG Education Institute (PNGEI) Application Form and Course Information

The  PNG Education Institute (PNGEI) contributes toward the professional development and training of teachers, both in the in-service and pre-service programs. Here is some information about PNGEI application forms and programs. 

2024 PNGEI application forms

The 2024 PNGEI Application Form is likely to have the following residential programs similar to the previous year's programs (get in touch to find the latest courses on offer at PNGEI):

1. Bachelor of School Leadership and Management - (2 yrs full-time)
2. Post Graduate Diploma in Teaching, Secondary /Tertiary (1 yr full-time)
3. Post Graduate Diploma in Inclusive Education (1 yr full-time)
4. Diploma in Teaching English, Primary - In-service (6 months full-time)
5. Diploma in Teaching Mathematics /Science, Primary - In-service (6 months full-time)
6. Diploma of Teaching Technical Vocational Education - Pre-service (1 yr full-time)
7. Diploma of Vocational Education Training - In-service (28 weeks)
8. Diploma in Education Junior Primary - In-service (1 yr full-time)
9.Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education - Pre-service (both School Leavers & Non-School Leavers), (2 yrs full time)

Interested applicants are advised to request for the application forms through the following email addresses:

1. tkaleo.tk@gmail.com
2. Caroline_Yariyari@education.gov.pg

Applying

The closing date for the 2024 application is around July every year. The applicants who have completed the application forms for entry into PNGEI, take note of the date when submitting your applications.

It is important to ensure the 2024 applications are sent together with the required documents before the closing date.

Send application 

The applicants must complete their applications and send them to the  PNG Education Institute using the address below:

      PNG Education Institute

      P O Box 1791

      BOROKO

      National Capital District

Or, you can scan all your documents and send them to Caroline_Yariyari@education.gov.pg or tkaleo.tk@gmail.com

Those who scan and email documents note that at the time of registration, PNGEI will ask for your original application fee receipt.

Ensure you keep your original receipts safely and provide them at the time of registration if you are offered a space to study at PNGEI.

Programs info

Details of the courses are available through the links provided at the bottom. In brief, PNGEI offers the following programs:

• Bachelor of School Leadership & Management
• Post Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Tertiary /Secondary)
• Post Graduate Diploma in Inclusive Education
• Advanced Diploma in Teaching English Primary (In-service)
• Diploma in Teaching Mathematics / Science Primary (In-service)
• Diploma of Teaching Technical Vocational Education (Pre-service)
• Diploma of Vocational Education Training (In-service)
• Diploma in Education Junior Primary (In-service)
• Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education (Pre-service)

PNGEI PAST APPLICATION FORMS

Application Form and Instruction (download) 

Interested candidates wanting to study at PNGEI can now download the information package online. Get the information about the (detailed) course structure, program requirements, finalised fees and more from the links provided below. 

Applications for the 2024 intake close around July.

• Entry requirements for all programs at PNGEI

• Free structure for all programs at PNGEI

• PNGEI Application Form

We will let you know as soon as the acceptance list is out. See below what PNGEI say about the release of the list.

PNGEI 2024 Acceptance List

For the applicants who have been waiting for the 2024 PNGEI acceptance list, here is what the institution said about it on its Facebook page last year.

'For those who are requesting for the Acceptance Lists, we would like to advise you all that the full acceptance list of all programs should be published here (on this page) early next week. Keep eyes for more updates on our Facebook page. 

Thank you and Congratulations to those who have been selected to study here at PNGEI.' [PNG Education Institute (PNGEI) Facebook post]

So, if you have applied to study at PNGEI in 2024, check for the updates here or on their Facebook page. 

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Unitech Application for Re-admission Application

Universty of Technology (Unitech, Lae) 2019 Semester 2 Application for Enrolment now open for readmission of discontinued or suspended or withdrawn students.

Key points:

• Application for students who are seeking re-enrolment for semester 2, 2019.
• Non-refundable application fee is K50.
• Applicatoin for re-enrolment to an undergraduate study closes on 20th APRIL 2019.
• Apply now

Here is the official letter from the Registrar, UNITECH.

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Source: Notice of Re-admission out on the 14th March 2019 | Closing date 20th April 2019

Very important notice

1. Applicants seeking re-admission should take note that:

i. If you have previously failed 2 time in the past year or 3 times in any of the subsequent years of you program of study then you are automatically disqualified from re-admission in that program.

ii. If you have not completed your program of study within the prescribed allowable period of completion (DEGREE PROGRAM – 7 YEARS) then you are automatically disqualified from re-admission in that program.

2. A non-refundable fee of K50 is to be deposited into:

     PNG University of Technology

    Account Number 1000 386581

    Bank South Pacific

    Lae Branch

The original bank receipt must be attached to the application form and sent to:

    The Admission Office (NLS APPLIC)

    Papua New Guinea University of Technology

    Private Mail Bag

    Lae

    Papua New Guinea

3. Faxed or emailed copies of the 2019 Unitech Application form for re-admission will not be accepted.

4. Application form is available on the PNG UNITECH website (http://www.unitech.ac.pg).  You can also request for an application from through the email address stated below (9).

5. Application close on the 20th of April 2019. Any application forms received after the closing date will be rejected.

6. Applicants are required to carefully read through the instructions and strictly comply to avoid outright rejection of their application forms.

7. Applicants who are caught with forged/altered documents will be blocked and permanently disqualified from ever applying to any program at UNITECH in the future.

8. The university will not accept two or more applications from an applicant.

9. Any queries regarding the 2019 UNITECH application form for re-admission or the above should be directed to the Admission Office on telephone (675) 473 4289 / 472 4283 / 473 4445 or email admission@pnguot.ac.pg

The 2019 application for admission to Unitech program of study Public Notice was posted the 14th of March at the university’s website.