PNG University of Technology Academic Board approves revised calendar

new kitchen equipment installed at University of Technology

The Academic Board of the PNG University of Technology has approved the university’s revised academic calendar in its meeting recently with classes to officially convene on 29 August and end on 9 December this year.

In the re-opening plan, students are expected to arrive in campus on 24 August, registration for semester one begins from 25 to 26 August, revision of semester one will be for two weeks from 29 August to 11 September and semester one exams begins on 12 September, for a week.

Semester two begins on 26 September and semester two exams will begin on 2 December to 9 December.

The university management is in dialogue with the police and renowned security firms about operational arrangements, risks analysis and security plans which will be accompanied by the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the Lae Police and PNGUoT in mid-August.

Repairs are also being carried out on the student dormitories and are expected to be completed by August, in time for students to arrive at the campus.

Also a sub-committee has been established to coordinate, mediation and reconciliation which will involve the National Government, the affected parties and the office of the Governors of Southern Highlands, Enga and Morobe.

A reconciliation ceremony for PNGUoT students has been tentatively set for 16 September.

Students are requested to contact the Students Admissions Office on phone 473 4283 or 473 4445 for any student queries.