About Us
The School of Applied Science at the Papua New Guinea University of Technology (PNGUoT) is committed to advancing scientific knowledge through quality teaching, practical training, and applied research. The School offers programs that equip students with strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills to address real-world challenges in industry, research, and community development. Through innovation, collaboration, and academic excellence, the School of Applied Science plays a vital role in supporting national development and producing graduates who are prepared to contribute effectively at local, regional, and global levels.
Our Vision
To become a quality school that produces intellectual manpower for Papua New Guinea’s development and sustenance.
Our Mission
To focus on high-class teaching and quality research, continuously strive to produce future leaders rich in intelligence and innovations in the field of Applied Chemistry and Food Technology, and simultaneously concentrate in strengthening and enlightening the community.
Brief Overview of the School
The School of Applied Sciences is one of the oldest school (formerly department) at the Papua New Guinea University of Technology. Initially called the Department of Chemical Technology and had first student intake in 1974.
The school offers two four-year undergraduate degree programs: B.Sc. (Applied Chemistry) and B.Sc. (Food Technology) and offers General Chemistry subjects to the Engineering and Natural Sciences disciplines. The school also offers Postgraduate (MPhil & PhD) degree programs.
The school has two chemical laboratories, a microbiology lab, a chemical instrumentation lab, a food analysis laboratory, two lecture rooms and offices for both the academic and technical staff. It also has a Food Processing Pilot Plant which houses necessary instruments and equipment used for food processing and product development classes and research.