The Divine Word University is a Catholic Church run University located in beautiful Madang Province of Papua New Guinea. The university has affiliated branches across the country. The university is home to more than 3000 students from across PNG and abroad. The university ha four (4) faculties and is well known for courses in Tourism, Pacific Studies, International Relations, Business, Education, Computer Science and Medicine,
Below are the Non School Leavers Application forms, GPA requirements, and Entry requirements for each course programs offered by the university.
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| Divine Word University Non School Leavers Applications, GPA, Entry Requirements |
The Divine Word University DWU in Papua New Guinea has announced the School Leavers and Non School Leavers application for 2024 enrolments. The applications are for
- School Leavers (Domestic )
- Non School Leavers ( Domestic and International).
Non School Leavers Forms are for
- Undergraduate,
- Post Graduate Masters
There are Four (4) Faculties of studies at DWU. They are:
- ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES
- BUSINESS AND INFORMATICS
- MEDICINE & HEALTH SCIENCES, and
- EDUCATION
- ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES
Four course Programs offered.
- Bachelor of Communication Arts (Journalism)
Requires a minimum of “B” grade in Language
and Literature and “B” grade average in all other subjects taken at Grade 12 level. Applicants with Social Science background are preferred.
- Bachelor of Arts (Papua New Guinea and International Studies)
Applicants must have a minimum 'B' in English and a 'B' grade average in final year 12 examinations or matriculation studies for Mathematics A or B and all social science subjects
- Bachelor of Arts (Social & Religious Studies)
Entry to the program requires successful completion of Grade 12 national examinations with an overall "B" average, in English (language and Literature), social sciences, mathematics, religious studies and personal development.
- Bachelor of Arts (Social Work)
Entry to the program requires successful completion of Grade 12 national examinations with an overall "B" average, in English (Language and Literature), Social Sciences, Mathematics, Religious Studies and Personal Development.
2. BUSINESS AND INFORMATICS
Four (4) programs offered under this faculty
- Bachelor of Business (Accountancy & Management)
Requires a minimum grade of “B” in English and Mathematics as well as “Bs” in Economics, Business Studies and other subjects is required at the Grade 12 level of secondary schooling.
- Bachelor of Information Systems
Requires a minimum of “B” or better grades in Language and Literature and Mathematics A/Advanced Mathematics AND “B” grades or better in any of the two or more subjects taken at Grade 12 (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, History, Economics, Information Communication Technologies). If you have taken Mathematics B Do Not Apply.
- Bachelor of Mathematics and Computing Science
Minimum grades of 'B' in English, 'B' in Mathematics A, and 'B' in Physics are the core subjects required on the Grade 12 certificate. Additionally, an applicant must have a minimum of 'C' grade in all other subjects taken in secondary or national high school.
- Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality Management
Requires “B” grade average in the final year 12 examinations. Good communication skills is necessary for the program. Consideration may be given to those applicants with relevant work experience in the field of Tourism & Hospitality.
3. Faculty of Health Science
- Bachelor of Health Management
Requires a minimum grade of “B” in English and Mathematics as well as “Bs” in Economics, Business Studies and other subjects is required at the Grade 12 level of secondary schooling.
- Bachelor of Health Sciences (Rural Health)
Requires a minimum of “B” grade in Language and Literature, “B” grade or better in General Mathematics (Maths B) or “C” grade or better in Advance Mathematics (Maths A) and “B” grade or better in Chemistry, Physics and Biology at Grade 12 level or equivalent. If you have not taken Biology at Grade 12 do not apply.
- Bachelor of Environmental Health
Requires a minimum of “B” grade in Language and Literature, “B” grade or better in General Mathematics (Maths B) or “C” grade or better in Advance Mathematics (Maths A) and “B” grade or better in Chemistry, Physics and Biology at Grade 12 level or equivalent. If you have not taken Biology at Grade 12 do not apply.
- Bachelor of Physiotherapy
Requires Grade 12 level and must have a minimum of “B” grades in Language and Literature, Mathematics and Science. Students who upgraded their marks from a recognized institution must score a “B” grade or better in these subjects. Applicants must have at least two (2) years’ work experience in rehabilitation and submit with their application a recommendation from their supervising physiotherapist.
- Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery
Candidates applying for this program will be subject to sit for an entry exam as part of the selection for the program. More information is being provided in the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery NSL Application form which is separate from the General Non School Leaver Application Form.
- Advanced Diploma in Eye Care
This is a funded program under the Fred Hollow's scholarship scheme and is offered to Nurses and Health Extension Officers with diploma as their minimum qualification. Applicants must be currently registered practitioners with the Nursing Council of PNG or the Medical Board of PNG respectively. Candidates preferably must have a minimum of 2 years’ work experience in any health care settings with observation in the eye clinic or been attached to the eye clinic for at least 2 months.
* The Following Programs are NOT for Non School Leavers
- Diploma in General Nursing
This program is offered at the St. Mary's School of Nursing (SMSON, Rabaul Campus) and St. Benedict's School of Nursing (St. Ben's SON, Wewak Campus). For more details on the program entry requirements and the application form, applicants can contact the campus of your choice with the contact details provided below.
- Bachelor of General Nursing
This program is offered at the St. Mary's School of Nursing, Rabaul Campus. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have successfully completed Grade 12 education level with A and B grades in language and literature, Mathematics, Biology and Chemistry.
- Bachelor of Midwifery
This program is offered at the St. Mary's School of Nursing, Rabaul Campus. This program is funded under the AusAid scholarship scheme and is offered to Nurses with Diploma or Bachelor as the minimum qualification. The AusAid scholarship opens in May each year. Applicants must be currently registered practitioners with the Nursing Council of PNG Institutions. Application forms are open to other NGOs or Stake holders who would like to sponsor other applicants. Only female post graduates can apply. This program is not offered or open to School Leavers or Non-School Leavers. Applicants can contact Rabaul Campus directly for more details on the program entry requirements and the application form.
Contact Details for Nursing Program
St Mary's School of Nursing (Rabaul Campus) - Mrs. Mary Ponahai can be contacted by phone on 9828429 or by mponahai@gmail.com and
St. Benedict's School of Nursing (Wewak Campus) - Dr. Esther Batia can be contacted by phone on 4562327 (ext 825) or by email email EBatia@dwu.ac.pg
Contact Details for Midwifery Program
St Mary's School of Nursing (Rabaul Campus) - Mrs. Francisca Bevi can be contacted on 9828429 (landline phone) or 70922077 or by emailing fbevi@dwu.ac.pg or frankybevi@gmail.com
4. Faculty of Education
The Bachelor of Education (Primary) Teaching
program requires successful completion of Grade 12 national examinations with an overall "B" average, in English (Language and Literature), Mathematics A, Mathematics B, Science subjects (physics, biology, chemistry, Information Technology) and Social Sciences subjects (history, legal studies, geography, economics, business studies). There is an EXIT Point after third year, and students would graduate with a Diploma in Teaching award, and can continue with one year of the Bachelor of Education Program.
The field serving teachers with a Diploma or certificate in teaching primary who taught for more than five years are eligible to apply for one-year full time degree program. Applicants can contact Wewak and Rabaul Campuses directly for more details on the program entry requirements and application form.
Contact Details for Education Program
Our Lady of Sacred Heart (OLSH) Kabaleo - Kokopo, Rabaul Campus - Ms. Miriam Sange can be contacted on 9828213 (landline phone) or by emailing msange@dwu.ac.pg and
St. Benedict's Wewak Campus - Ms. Priscilla Suaki can be contacted on 456 2327/456 3236/456 3243 (landline phone) or by emailing psuaki@dwu.ac.pg
DWU Affiliated Institutions
Good Shepherd Seminary
The Good Shepherd Seminary in Banz, Western Highlands Province offers Diploma in Religious Studies program. Interested applicants must contact the institute directly to enquire about the requirements and how to apply.
Holy Trinity Teachers College
The Holy Trinity Teachers College is located in Mt Hagen, Western Highlands Province offers Bachelor of Education (Primary) preservice program. Interested applicants (school leavers and non-school leavers, and field serving teachers) must contact the institution directly to enquire about the requirements and how to apply.
Applications for 2025 Enrolments are now open. Download Application Forms on the links below.
- NSL 2025 Application Form fillable.pdf
- MBBS NSL 2025 Application Form Fillable.pdf
- Degree Application Form 2025 Fillable.pdf
- How_to_fill_in_the_Application_Form-2025.pdf, and
- 2025_DWU_Program_Information_and_Entry_Requirements.pdf
Source : Divine Word University Enrolment Information Sheet 2023
Disclaimer : The information contained here is for general informational purposes. It is sourced from the DWU information sheet 2023. We do not represent the university and we do not take enquiries contained on this page. The information may be portion of a original content, please refer to full content on the links provided.
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