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University of Papua New Guinea

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world rank  7632

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Overview

Founded in 1966, the University of Papua New Guinea is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the medium city of Port Moresby (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), National Capital District. Officially recognized by the Department of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology of Papua New Guinea, University of Papua New Guinea (UPNG) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational Papua New Guinean higher education institution. University of Papua New Guinea (UPNG) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. UPNG also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Papua New Guinea's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Papua New Guinea's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Papua New Guinea' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

University of Papua New Guinea's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Acronym UPNG
Founded 1966
Motto To be dedicated to the pursuit, advancement and dissemination of knowledge, understanding and wisdom
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University Location

Address PO Box 320
Port Moresby
National Capital District
Papua New Guinea
University of Papua New Guinea's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of Papua New Guinea Phone Number +675 (326) 7200
University of Papua New Guinea Fax Number +675 (326) 7187

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following University of Papua New Guinea's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of Papua New Guinea's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This University of Papua New Guinea's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at University of Papua New Guinea.

University of Papua New Guinea: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic University of Papua New Guinea's admission information.

University of Papua New Guinea's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


University of Papua New Guinea's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Not reported


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Papua New Guinea's acceptance rate range is not reported.


University of Papua New Guinea's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


University of Papua New Guinea's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for University of Papua New Guinea.

University of Papua New Guinea's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Papua New Guinea has an enrollment range of 15,000-19,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


University of Papua New Guinea's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 500-599 academic employees (Faculty).


University of Papua New Guinea's Control Type Control Type

University of Papua New Guinea is a public higher education institution.


University of Papua New Guinea's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Papua New Guinea is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Papua New Guinea's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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University of Papua New Guinea's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

University of Papua New Guinea does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of University of Papua New Guinea's main facilities:


University of Papua New Guinea's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit University of Papua New Guinea's Library


University of Papua New Guinea's Housing University Housing

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University of Papua New Guinea's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

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University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of University of Papua New Guinea's main services:


University of Papua New Guinea's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

University of Papua New Guinea's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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University of Papua New Guinea's Distance Learning Distance Learning

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University of Papua New Guinea's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

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University of Papua New Guinea's Career Services Career Services

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Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


University of Papua New Guinea's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Papua New Guinea is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Department of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology of Papua New Guinea


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Papua New Guinea's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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University of Papua New Guinea's Facebook page University of Papua New Guinea's official Facebook page

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Free Online Courses

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