How to Apply Online to UPNG as a non-school leaver in 2024 for 2025 Study

Are you ready to take the next step in your academic journey? The University of Papua New Guinea (UPNG) welcomes applications from qualified non-school leavers for the 2024 academic year. This guide will walk you through the online application process, ensuring a smooth and successful experience.

Eligibility and Program Selection

Before diving into the application steps, it's crucial to ensure you meet the program's specific requirements. UPNG offers a diverse range of programs, but not all are open to non-school leavers. 

Head to the UPNG website and access the Applicant Portal User Manual. Within the manual, you'll find Table-1 (in this article - complete guide to apply to UPNG), which details the programs accepting non-school leaver applications. 

Registration, Application Fees & Submission

The application process is designed to be user-friendly. Begin by visiting the UPNG website and locate the "Sign Up" page. Create a login account, granting you access to the Applicant Portal, where you'll complete the online application form.

There's a non-refundable application fee associated with your program choice.  For undergraduate programs, a K20 fee is payable online through BSP Pay within the UPNG Applicant Portal. 

For postgraduate diplomas, honors programs (excluding School of Business & Public Policy), and Master's programs, a K50 fee is payable into UPNG General Account No: 1000583572 (BSP Waigani).  Be sure to include your name and the deposit date clearly on the deposit slip.

For additional program-specific application details, it's recommended to contact the respective school directly.  The Applicant Portal provides email addresses for each school:

• School of Business & Public Policy: mn_sbpp@upng.ac.pg
• School of Humanities & Social Sciences: mb_shss@upng.ac.pg
• School of Natural & Physical Sciences: gv_snps@upng.ac.pg
• School of Medicine & Health Sciences: rk_smhs@upng.ac.pg

Once you've reviewed all the notices, proceed to the Applicant Portal to sign up and initiate your application.

2025 Non-School Leaver Applications: How to Apply for Unitech

The Papua New Guinea University of Technology (Unitech) is pleased to announce the commencement of its application process for the 2025 Academic Year. Unitech, renowned for its excellence in technological education, invites NON-SCHOOL LEAVERS (fresh Grade 12 graduates and working class) to pursue their academic aspirations.

Application Details

Eligibility: 

• Non-School Leavers: Applicants must have successfully completed their Grade 12 studies.
• Re-admit Students: This category encompasses students who discontinued, withdrew, or were suspended during their first semester of the preceding academic year.

Application Deadline:

All applications must be submitted electronically by Sunday, August 18th, 2024, at 12:00 Midnight (PST). Unitech will not accept manual or emailed applications.

Application Fees:

A non-refundable application processing fee of K50.00 must be deposited into the designated PNG University of Technology account (Account Number: 1000 386580) at the Bank of South Pacific, Lae Branch.

Required Documentation

Re-admit Students:

• Two duly completed Unitech Character Reference Forms (available for download on the Unitech website).
• A certified copy of your most recent Academic Transcript (semester result slips will not be accepted). 
• A formal Readmission Letter outlining the rationale for your readmission application.
• Additional documentation may be required depending on the reason for your previous exit (Clearance Letter, Medical Clearance Form, Withdrawal Form).

Non-School Leavers:

• A recent, clear passport-sized photograph scanned in .pdf format.
• A clear scanned photocopy of a valid Student ID, National ID (NID), or Passport (copies of Driver's Licenses will not be accepted).
• Scanned copy (.pdf) of your application fee payment receipt.
• Officially certified academic transcripts or certificates (issued within the current academic year, 2024-2025) by a registered government Commissioner of Oaths (Statutory Declaration Forms will not be considered).
• Two completed Unitech Character Reference Forms (downloadable from the Unitech website). These forms must be completed by non-relatives within the last two years and include official witness signatures and stamps.

Online application STEP 6: UPLOAD *REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Important Considerations

• Applications containing incomplete or uncertified documents will be rejected.
• No additional documents can be submitted after the application deadline. The application process is final.
• Applicants are strongly advised to meticulously review the application instructions. Appeals for rejected applications due to non-compliance with these instructions will not be entertained.

Additional Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants who have previously failed twice in their first year or a total of three times throughout their program are ineligible for readmission to the same program.
• The maximum timeframe for program completion is seven years for Degrees (four years standard program duration plus three additional years) and four years for Diplomas (two years standard program duration plus two additional years). Incomplete programs exceeding these time limits will disqualify you for readmission. 
• Submission of forged or altered documents will result in blacklisting and permanent disqualification from studies at Unitech.
• Unitech will not accept duplicate applications from the same individual.

For Inquiries: The Admissions Office at Unitech can be reached via telephone at (675) 473 4272 / 473 7289 or by email at admissions@pnguot.ac.pg. Unitech eagerly awaits your application and extends a warm welcome to all prospective students seeking a transformative educational experience.

Apply to Unitech As A Non-School Leaver for 2025 

Seize this prime opportunity to embark on a rewarding academic journey at Papua New Guinea's leading technological institution.

We encourage you to submit your application well before the deadline to ensure timely processing.