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- We provide practical, classroom-based professional development.
- In the last few years alone, we have provided professional development to over 200 teachers.
This work strengthens local schools and gives our own students invaluable experience, ensuring they are prepared to lead in their own classrooms.
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We honor and celebrate our diverse student body. Though you come from varied backgrounds, you are united by a drive for academic excellence and a desire to create positive change.
Your resilience is inspiring. When the shift to online learning required leaving campus, friends, and student groups behind, you showed incredible resourcefulness and adapted successfully.
Our success is a collective effort, and we are thrilled to see the future taking shape right here. Together, we will continue to explore new frontiers and make a lasting mark.
Departments of Education
Are you ready to take the next step toward your future career?
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry [BSc.]
Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Chemistry at the Innovative University of Enga is a four-year degree programme (PNG NQF Level 7) that equips students with theoretical knowledge and practical laboratory skills in analytical, inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry. The programme integrates modern chemical research methods with applications relevant to Papua New Guinea’s industries, such as mining, agriculture, manufacturing, and environmental management. Graduates are prepared for careers in scientific research, education, industry, and government, as well as for further postgraduate study.
Why Study This Course?
- Chemistry is the “central science,” linking physics, biology, environmental science, and engineering.
- High demand for qualified chemists in PNG’s resource, environmental, and education sectors.
- Strong laboratory and analytical skills that are directly applicable to PNG’s industrial and environmental challenges.
- Pathway to postgraduate study and international research collaboration.
Key Learning Outcomes
- Apply advanced chemical principles to solve theoretical and applied problems.
- Design, conduct, and interpret chemical experiments using modern analytical techniques.
- Use scientific literature, databases, and computational tools effectively.
- Evaluate environmental, industrial, and societal issues from a chemical perspective.
- Communicate chemical knowledge clearly in oral and written form.
- Work ethically and safely in laboratory and field environments.
Duration & Study Mode
Duration:
4 years full-time (8 semesters)
Study Mode:
On-campus delivery with lectures, tutorials, supervised laboratory work, fieldwork, and independent study.
entry requirements
School Leavers:
- Grade 12 Higher School Certificate or equivalent with:
- B grade or better in Chemistry and Advanced Mathematics (A) or Mathematics (B)
- B grade or better in English
- B grade or better in Physics or Biology preferred
- Minimum GPA of 2.8
Non-School Leavers:
- A diploma in Chemistry, Science, or a related discipline may be considered for credit transfer.
Mature-age Entry:
- Relevant work experience and successful completion of the university’s entry assessment process.
Course Curriculum
Foundation sciences and introductory chemistry
- General Chemistry I & II
- Mathematics for Science
- Physics for Science
- Academic Writing & Communication Skills
- ICT Applications for Science
Core chemical principles and laboratory skills
- Organic Chemistry I
- Inorganic Chemistry I
- Analytical Chemistry I
- Physical Chemistry I
- Laboratory Techniques & Safety
Advanced theory and applied chemistry
- Organic Chemistry II
- Inorganic Chemistry II
- Analytical Chemistry II
- Physical Chemistry II
- Instrumental Analysis
- Environmental Chemistry
Research and specialisation
- Advanced Topics in Chemistry (e.g., Industrial Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry)
- Research Methodology
- Final Year Research Project
- Professional Practice & Ethics in Science
- Electives from related fields (Biochemistry, Materials Science, Nanotechnology)
Course Modules
- General Chemistry I & II
- Organic Chemistry I & II
- Inorganic Chemistry I & II
- Analytical Chemistry I & II
- Physical Chemistry I & II
- Instrumental Analysis
- Environmental Chemistry
- Industrial Chemistry
- Research Project in Chemistry
- Science Communication
- Safety and Risk Management in Laboratories
Assessment Methods
Written examinations (theory and problem-solving)
Laboratory practical reports and skills assessments
Research project thesis and presentation
Assignments and case studies
Oral presentations and seminars
Career Opportunities
Graduates may work in:
- Chemical and pharmaceutical industries
- Mining and mineral processing
- Environmental monitoring and management
- Food and beverage quality control
- Research institutions and laboratories
- Secondary and tertiary education
- Government regulatory agencies
Tuition Fees
- Tuition fees are charged per semester as per the IUE fee schedule.
- Additional laboratory fees apply for consumables and fieldwork.
Scholarships (If any available in PNG – List those)
DHERST TESAS:
- Available for eligible school leavers (HECAS & AES).
IUE Merit Scholarships:
- Awarded to top-performing students each year.
Industry-Sponsored Scholarships:
- Limited places for students specialising in resource or environmental chemistry.
How to Apply
School Leavers
Apply through the DHERST National Online Selection System (NOSS).
Non-School Leavers
- Apply directly to the IUE Admissions Office.
- Submit certified copies of academic transcripts, birth certificate, and identification documents.