THE School of Natural and Physical Sciences at the University of Papua New Guinea was formerly known as the science faculty.
It was given a school title following a review towards the end of the 1990s. The six disciplines in the school are biological sciences, chemistry, earth sciences/geology, environment science and geography, mathematics, statistics and computer science, and physics. Admission into foundation year requires a completion of Grade 12 from a recognised institution. Applicants a required to obtain a minimum of B-grade in science courses of biology, physics or chemistry and must pass English and advance maths (math A) with a B-grade or better. Getting two As and three Bs or As and two Bs or better is important as it gives an applicant a better chance for admission. Biology Biological courses offered are botany, zoology and microbiology. There are basic introductory courses for students intending to take medicine, health sciences and social sciences. Training in biology prepares one for a variety of vocations and interesting careers such as botanists, microbiologists, zoologists, ecologists, physiologists, entomologists and marine biologists. Chemistry The discipline produces chemistry graduates with specialised knowledge in various chemistry fields and enable science graduates to have sufficient amount of chemical knowledge that can be of use in their respective careers. Graduates can find jobs in government departments or organisations, as well as mining companies, breweries, food industries, logging firms and oil refineries. Earth Sciences The work of geologists and geophysics involves studying the earth, its deep interior, the changing surface, its dynamic systems and plate movements, the layering of circulation of the atmosphere and oceans, and its history and evolution. Earth science training usually focuses on practical skills in the field or laboratory. Environmental Science/Geography This discipline offers undergraduate and post graduate programmes for students in the school of natural and physical sciences, the school of humanities and social sciences and as well as those students majoring in economics, business studies and law. Maths, statistics and computer science When combined with other disciplines of computer science, and statistics, mathematics courses provide a wide range of concepts, techniques and tools that are fundamental to virtually all areas of life. Physics Physics is the science that describes how the physical world works in real terms. It is the most fundamental of all sciences. Physics is now becoming interdisciplinary because all its methods are being applied in other science disciplines as well. Physics graduate may pursue a career in the aviation industry as pilots and flight engineers. Others may work in the government and private sectors in the computer and electronics industry as well as in the energy department. 7/13/2014 07:26:43 pm
I have a question here: Is it possible to apply for studying medicine there at UPNG after completing my fourth year bachelors degree in Medical Science at Divine Word University?
john wellsh
2/23/2015 09:31:27 pm
no way.....your grades are too low.....thats why you are selected at dwu 8/5/2015 08:51:08 am
I have scored A in Maths A, B in Chemistry, A in English, A in Biology and A in agriculture (Optional course) in grade 12. Would I be selected to study medicine in UPNG if medicine is one of my choices?
Ricky luther
5/10/2017 12:07:14 am
hey
Jan
3/14/2018 04:07:37 pm
Your comment is a slap to former DWU students. Students were selected to DWU not because their grades are low. DWU is rising up as the top university in the country it is enrolling best students in all its courses. If you don't know, come to DWU and find out yourself!
Raymond Kavanamur
11/23/2014 09:22:47 pm
If im a UOG graduate major Biology.... Who wants to further my content...will i do foundation again?
Immanuel Moses
9/27/2015 12:07:05 pm
I'm taking advance Maths,physics ,chemistry,and geography.will it be possible for me to apply for science foundation.
Martin Solomon
2/17/2016 09:24:21 pm
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Charity Sap
2/24/2016 08:19:34 am
@Immanuel moses - it only depends on your gpa as long as you're a science student ....
Emmanuel Pesete
3/10/2016 10:10:39 pm
I've completed my Bachelor Of Accounting at UPNG in 2013 and could like to apply for another bachelor Program in the school of Science,
Hazel Grace Kalotap
4/8/2016 12:08:23 am
Do u offer marine science??
Mazzella
4/28/2016 06:11:13 pm
Hi Hazel, I am a past student at UPNG. Marine Biology is part of the courses you take towards your final year. You start of with Foundation Science, branch into your combination of either terrestrial or marine and the courses that follow are introductions into the marine sciences with in depth knowledge into marine biology captured mainly through the type of major research projects you choose to carry out as part of your major assessments.
Ailleen
4/28/2016 06:32:30 pm
@ Quala Mess, you already have a degree in Medical Science so you are eligible to apply straight to The School of Medicine as a non-school leaver (I think) which means you can skip the Science Foundation at Waigani UPNG campus. Contact the School of Natural and Physical Sciences or The Medical School and find out about their requirements.
Christopher Kaboanga
4/24/2016 05:44:18 am
As for me,currently doing grade 12 and studying biology, chemistry, app/science and also taking up maths A..May I know the current GPA for any science courses that I prefer to take if I meet your selection criteria (I mean GPA for science foundation)
Mazzella
4/28/2016 06:42:49 pm
@Emmanuel Pasete, you are eligible to apply to The school of Science as a non-school leaver. Find out more at the school of Science and their dates for application, it is usually open I think after June. The school will also take into consideration your GPA from previous studies, but as long as you are already in the system, it is easier for them to trace your records.
Sevon
8/28/2016 11:44:48 pm
I've completed a diploma in tropical fisheries and marine resources program at UNRE is it possible for me to apply for a marine biology degree program?And will I start the foundation year again or go straight into degree program..
Clifford
11/14/2016 01:19:47 am
Is biochemistry offered at UPNG especially in biological division? I am interested to take this course.. 3/26/2017 05:34:15 am
I am currently doing my grade-12 at Kiunga Secondary school.I take physics,chemistry and geography therefore am i eligible to apply for science foundation at upng. 4/2/2017 05:58:00 am
I am currently doing my grade 12 at Kiunga Secondary School and I want to take science foundation in your institution. I take physics,chemistry and geography together with maths A and l&l👈
Nickita kawage
4/11/2017 12:54:43 am
Hi, I'm currently doing my year 12. I'm studying Math A, Physics, Chemistry and Geology. I'm thinking of taking up Earth Science at UPNG, am I going to do my science foundation year first? 5/2/2017 03:00:18 am
Is it possible for a Maths B student to apply to science foundation 5/8/2017 06:05:39 am
As for me iam a science student,iam doing my Gr 12 now.Iam taking up geology,chemistry,biology,english and math B. Iam taking match B so is it possible for me to do science foundation if I score A in match B??
Buda pest
6/14/2017 03:13:51 am
Hi, I am a grade 12 stud taking Biology, Chemistry, advance maths. I'd like to take up biology hopefully next year at your institutions but is unsure of the Gpa requirements and availability of space.
Bomai
6/17/2017 06:07:46 am
Is there any science course that requires math B with other science subjects?
Maryanne
6/28/2017 03:57:38 pm
I'm a Social Science student and interested to take further course about Geography. Am I eligible to take some science courses??
Candesly
1/31/2018 04:31:40 pm
I'm a grade 12 student and I'm taking MxA,Physics,chemistry, English and Geology.So will it be possible for me to apply into science foundation?
Saina Jeffrey Philyara
2/4/2018 09:16:39 pm
I graduated in 2005 with BA degree in Env Sci & Phy Geo. In 2004, this stands combined with SNPS & Humanities. I want to complete my studies with post grad studies in 2019..any insights
Sharmmillar matae
6/2/2018 07:56:53 pm
I am currently doing my final year in a secondary. I am aware that the GPS had increased to 3.25 for Science foundation. Since I'm taking up Block science and Advanced Mathematics, I just wanted to know if I will be eligible for a space if my GPA is 3.24. Comments are closed.
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