Bachelor of Science in Forestry
The Bachelor of Science in Forestry program equips students with the knowledge and practical skills needed for sustainable forest management and conservation. The program combines theoretical learning with hands-on field experience, preparing graduates for careers in forestry, environmental management, and natural resource development in Papua New Guinea and the wider region.
Course Summary
* 4 years full time
* On Campus (Taraka) - Year 2 in Bulolo Campus
* Available to domestic students
* Start Year Intake – February
Entry into the Bachelor of Science in Forestry program is at Grade 12 (PNG Higher School Certificate) or equivalent level with the following minimum grades:
- Language & Literature or Applied English: B
- Biology: B
- Mathematics A: C (or)
- Mathematics B: B
- Chemistry or physics: C
Course Structure
| Year 1 | First Semester |
| CD112 | English Grammar Composition 1 |
| CS113 | Introduction to Information Technology |
| FR111 | Biology |
| MA116 | Mathematics for Natural Resources |
| Year 1 | Second Semester |
| AS110 | Chemistry for Nat Resources |
| PH175 | Physics for Nat. Resources |
| FR121 | Forest Botany |
| FR122 | Introduction to Forestry |
| *FR 123 | Biology for Applied Sciences (Service subject) |
| Year 2 | First Semester |
| FR 211 | Forest Ecology |
| FR212 | Forest Surveying |
| FR213 | Forest Mensuration |
| FR214 | Dendrology |
| Year 2 | Second Semester |
| FR221 | Natural Forest Silviculture |
| FR222 | Forest Soils |
| FR223 | Forest Biodiversity |
| FR224 | Forest Protection (Pest, Disease & Fire) |
| Year 3 | First Semester |
| FR311 | GIS for Forestry |
| FR312 | Research Methodology + Design & Analysis |
| FR313 | Plantation Silviculture |
| FR314 | Forest Management & Planning |
| Year 3 | Second Semester |
| FR321 | Forest Economics and Trade |
| FR322 | Agro-forestry & Extension |
| FR323 | Introduction to Basic Climate Change & Forestry |
| FR324 | Wood Science & Technology |
| Year 4 | First Semester |
| FR411 | Research Project Proposal |
| FR412 | Multiple Forest Inventory & Assessment |
| FR413 | Forest Engineering and Timber Harvesting |
| FR414 | Forest Policy & Legislation |
| Year 4 | Second Semester |
| FR421 | Research Project |
| FR422 | Forest Wildlife & Habitat |
| FR423 | Forest Products & Industries |
| FR424 | Project and Human Resource Management |
| FR425 | Professional Work Experience |