2023 Namcol Student Portal Login and Access Pin Change

NAMCOL (Namibian College for Open Learning) is an institution that offers Open, Flexible and Distance Learning for Namibians who are not in the mainstream education system. 

NAMCOL's vision is to 'bring education to the people. 

2023 and onwards, the college is using the internet capability of its country to help its students, such as myNAMCOL student portal and e-Learning platforms.  Read on to find out how to access the student portal and how to get help if you have a problem logging on.

2023 myNAMCOL Student Portal

Prospective students, those intending to attend NAMCOL, must register to use the student portal. The new and continuing students should already be registered and able to use their login credentials to access the student portal. 

For a prospective student, not registered at this institution this is what you do:

• Apply, 
• Register, 
• Change personal information, 
• get academic and other information and 
• make payments.

The registered users of NAMCOL student portal are the Students Personnel, Other, Alumni. These users must use their

• Student Number, and
• Pin (5 numeric digits)  

How to get a new Pin or Forgot Student Number help

If you blocked your pin or forgot the password or student number, NAMCOL recommends that you reset your pin by following the prompt.

There are 5 things that you can get help with, at the students' portal page:

• Login
• Forgot Pin
• Change Pin
• Request Pin, and
• Forgot Student Number.

How to login to MyNAMCOL student portal in 2023

These login instructions will help you to login and access the student portal. 

• Step 1: To access NAMCOL student portal, go to https://namcol.edu.na, and click on 'Student Portal' - a new window will open.
• Step 2: Select on 'Student'
• Step 3: Enter your Student Number and Pin. Click login
• Step 4: Change your Pin to a preferred new Pin
• Step 5: To view personal information, click on Administration
• Step 6: To view marks and academic records, click on Student Enquiry
• Step 7: Click 'Logout' to exit

Find out how to login to UNAM Portal and access the UNAM iEnablers and other features that not many people know about, click here

2023 reminders when changing student portal access pin

In fact, you will be prompted to change the Pin. When changing Pin, do these:

• use 5 numeric digits, no letter or other characters
• do not start the Pin digits with 0
• do not have the same numbers next to each other, e.g. 22

We hope you find this article helpful. If you need any help please, leave a message below or contact NAMCOL staff. 

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How Many Universities in Papua New Guinea?

Papua New Guinea (PNG) is a country located in the Pacific region with a population of over 9 million people. It is home to eight universities, five of which are public and three private universities run by the Catholic and Seventh Day Adventist missions. 

In this article, we will provide you with a guide to these universities, their locations, and their affiliations.

Public Universities in Papua New Guinea

1. University of Papua New Guinea (UPNG) - Port Moresby

Established in 1965, UPNG is the oldest and largest university in PNG. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs in a wide range of fields such as agriculture, business, law, medicine, and social sciences.

2. Papua New Guinea University of Technology (UNITECH) - Lae

UNITECH was established in 1965 and is the country's premier technological university. It offers programs in engineering, science, and natural resources management.

3. University of Goroka (UOG) - Goroka

UOG was established in 1967 and is a specialized teacher-training university. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs in education, arts, and social sciences.

4. University of Natural Resources and Environment (UNRE) - Kerevat, East New Britain

UNRE was established in 1997 and is a specialized university focusing on natural resources management and environmental studies.

5. Western Pacific University (WPU) - Pangia, Southern Highlands Province

WPU is the newest public university, established in 2018, and offers undergraduate and graduate programs in agriculture, business, and social sciences.

Private/Agency Universities in Papua New Guinea

1. Divine Word University (DWU) - Madang

DWU was established in 1996 and is a Catholic university run by the Divine Word Missionaries. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs in arts, business, education, health sciences, and natural sciences.

2. Pacific Adventist University (PAU) - Port Moresby

PAU was established in 1984 and is a Seventh-Day Adventist university. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs in arts, business, education, health sciences, and theology.

3. International Business School (IBS) University - Port Moresby

IBS University is a private university that offers undergraduate and graduate programs in business, information technology, and hospitality management.

Proposed Lutheran University in Lae

PNG's Prime Minister, James Marape, has challenged the Lutheran Church to build a university in Lae. 

Talks are underway, but this has not yet come to fruition. If established, this university would be the 9th in PNG.

PROPOSED LUTHERAN UNIVERSITY IN LAE 

Final words

There are 8 universities in PNG, providing a range of undergraduate and graduate programs, from natural resources management to business and theology. 

The proposed 9th Lutheran University in Lae is still in the planning stages.

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