Welcome to Study in Papua New Guinea and to study at Western Pacific University (WPU). The Western Pacific University is a recently established university located in Ialibu district in the Southern Highlands Province of Papua New Guinea.
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| Students working on their computers in the lecture rooms. Photo credit WPU |
The university took in first intakes of students in 2021. This group of students are now enrolled in the Foundation Year Program. This program is a compulsory course of study for students seeking entry to a Bachelor’s program at Western Pacific University. The aim is to provide students with the foundational academic knowledge and skills required to successfully complete further study via online, blended and face-to-face delivery.
- The Western Pacific University will soon enroll international students (At the moment the university is open to domestic students)
- Post Graduate courses are not offered at this stage.
- More course programs apart from the following will be added as the university major into fully operation university.
Course Programs
Certificate in Higher Education Foundation Studies (CHEFS)
This is a stand-alone program providing a pathway as a pre-requisite for students who wish to study at WPU and elsewhere in other Papua New Guinean Universities or abroad. The units studied under the CHEFS Program are tailor-made to suit the needs of students and equip them with the relevant tools, mind-set and skill-set each individual student needs to be able to smoothly transition into their chosen field of study in their newly introduced programs or the choice to apply to other tertiary institutions in the country. CHEFS also provides the opportunity for others who would like to pursue a career or to enhance their professional skills in academic writing, computing skills, foundations in societal studies and learning in a digital world.
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| Western Pacific University Logo..Image credit WPU |
BA in International Business Management
A Bachelor of Arts (BA) in International Business Management gives you the mind-set, skills and experience you need to understand how global business operates. The overall aim of the program is to equip you with the management tools and leadership skills to start a career in any international operating company in a range of industries including: consulting, retail and manufacturing or to plan and run companies on a global scale. You will develop competencies that will require you to respond proactively and creatively to contemporary business issues and face challenges of the global business market. This degree also provides you with lifelong learning and working opportunities, available for those who can operate with confidence in today's world.
Why study at WPU?
Studying in an isolated part of the country, the environment will challenge you to focus on building your character, life skills and ethical values to be constructive contributors to nation building.
The university aims to be the first paper-less educational institution in the country. All tutorials and exercises are conducted electronically using computers, all assessments are submitted and evaluated electronically as well.
Entry Requirements at Western Pacific University
Course requirements:
A GPA of 2.9 and grade point of 'B' for all subjects. This applies to both school leavers and non-school leavers.
For non-school leavers other requirements include supporting documents such as recent police clearance, references from recent and reliable referees, confirmation of recent employment, etc.
As a school-leaver:
You are able to apply to study at WPU through the National Online Selection System (NOSS). Your year coordinator will have spoken to you about this system and created your National Online Application System student account. If your account has not been set-up, please see your year coordinator. For additional information, go to this link: https://web.dherst.gov.pg/students/admissions/how-to-apply
Please note that WPU will only accept school leaver applications through the National Online Selection System.
Opening and closing dates for school leaver applications will be announced by DHERST in due course.
As a non-school-leaver:
You can apply online via our website. Go to the link provided: https://study.wpu.ac.pg/
Please note that WPU will only accept non-school leaver applications through our online application portal. The portal is open for the whole year, commencing on the 15th of February every year and closing on the 15th of February the following year.
APPLICATIONS FOR NON SCHOOL LEAVERS 2023 ARE NOW OPEN
The application process is online : Go to >> Apply Now to study at WPU
For further information on this university, visit
Western Pacific University
P.O. Box 1791
Mt Hagen, 281
Papua New Guinea
Email: info@wpu.ac.pg
UPDATE : Check out for updated Course Programs at the Western Pacific University
Source : WPU
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