Grade 12 Selection Lists for PNG Tertiary Institutions 2025 DHERST

The Department of Higher Education, Research, Science, and Technology (DHERST) has released the National Selection results, marking a significant milestone in the selection process conducted through the National Online Selection System (NOSS). It is important to note that the Grade 12 selection lists for PNG Tertiary Institutions do not include the TESAS status of students. Grade 12 students will need to confirm their scholarship status in their NOAS accounts. More information is provided below.

Selection List for All Universities and Colleges here.

PNG Tertiary Institutions 2025 Successful Applicants

Here is what DHERST said about the students on the Grade 12 selection Lists for PNG Tertiary Institutions 2025:

• Seamless Transition: Your application details have been securely transmitted to your chosen Higher Education Institution (HEI), facilitating a smooth onboarding process.

• Official Admissions Offer: Expect to receive an admissions offer letter directly from your selected HEI outlining acceptance procedures, important dates, and any additional requirements.

• Potential TESAS Eligibility: Congratulations if your chosen program qualifies for the Tertiary Education Student Assistance Scheme (TESAS)! Check your TESAS status on the NOAS platform (apply.dherst.gov.pg) by the third week of January 2025 for scholarship details.

For Non-Selected Applicants

• Admissions Pool Consideration: Your application remains active in the NOSS Admissions Pool. Should any HEIs have vacancies after the National Selections, your application may still be considered. Regularly check your MyStatus section on the NOAS platform from December 2024 to March 2025 for updates.

• FODE Second-chance Pathway: If your GPA falls below 2.0, consider upgrading your Grade 12 marks and apply as non-school leavers. Remember, the path to tertiary education remains open through the FODE and open learning pathways.

DHERST Grade 12 Selection (NOAS & NOSS)

The Department of Higher Education (DHERST) applauds all successful applicants and encourages those not selected to explore alternative avenues to realise their academic aspirations. 

If you have any questions, you can call our helpline or visit our website for more information.

Best wishes to all new tertiary students embarking on their academic journey in 2025!

MEHRD Placement 2025: Form 4, 6, and 7 Documents Download

The Ministry of Education and Human Resources Development (MEHRD) in the Solomon Islands has announced that the Year 7 (Form 1) placement results for 2025 were released on December 24, 2024. However, the results for Form 4, Form 6, and Form 7 placements are anticipated to be released next week, around January 13, 2025

Check out the direct link below to access the Year 10, Year 12 and Year 13 placement results for 2025.

Here is how to download the placement results

1. Visit the MEHRD website, 

2. On the Menu, Click on MEHRD Documents 

3. Go to Exam Results 'Folder'. 

4. Select the 'Folder' to view. 

Here is the quick link to access the DEHRD website documents for the 2024 exam results and 2025 placements for Form 4, Form 6 and Form 7. 

Note that the folders have the following titles: Year 10 Placements 2025, Year 12 Placement 2025 and Year 13 Placement 2025. CLICK HERE to go to the MEHRD website and access the FOLDERS.

Key Students Performances 2024/2025

Despite challenges, students achieved well: 35% (Year 9), 73% (Year 11), and 59% (Year 12) met minimum scores. Girls dominated, with the top scorers in Years 11 & 12 being female. Social Studies (Year 9), Science and Home Economics (Year 11), and science subjects (Year 12) saw high pass rates. Access to secondary education remains a challenge, with only 17-18% transitioning to Year 13.

• Overall, 35% of Year 9, 72.9% of Year 11 (SISC), and 58.8% of Year 12 (F6) achieved minimum aggregate scores.
• Female students outperformed males at all levels, with the highest achievers being females in Years 11 and 12.
• Subject trends continue, with Social Studies having the highest pass rate in Year 9 and Science and Home Economics in Year 11.
• Year 12 shows strong interest in science despite resource challenges, with Computer Studies, Design Technology, and Accounting having the highest pass rates.
• Access to secondary education remains a challenge, with a consistent transition rate to Year 13 of 17-18%.

Conclusion

Congratulations to all students receiving their exam results and placements! Embrace your placement as a stepping stone in your educational path and continue to strive for excellence.

We wish you all the best in your next academic chapter!

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