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Welcome to DHERST

Our Department is the government agency responsible for coordinating higher and technical education and research, science and technology in Papua New Guinea. We work in collaboration with a range of Government agencies and other partners to provide the advanced skills, knowledge and innovation required for PNG’s sustainable social, economic and environmental development.

Vision: A vibrant higher and technical education system that is innovative in responding to an sustaining national development aspirations in the age of knowledge economy.

Mission: To provide the best policy direction and support systems to enhance the quality, access and relevance of higher and technical education and research for Papua New Guinea by 2017

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Apply Online - A better and secure way to seek further studies.

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We are here to facilitate a pathway for you after secondary school. As a Grade 12 School Leaver, you can now apply online for studies. This method is safe, secure, efficient, and most importantly maximises your opportunities for further studies.

Start inventing your future now and apply online!

OUR PLAN

Seek to be Student Oriented

Expert Teachers

Access to Education

Education for all citizens is inline with the country’s National Goals & Directive Principles for Integral Human Development
Grow Your Skills

Quality and Excellence in Studies

Set quality Standards in all higher education institutions to promote a culture of academic excellence.
Trusted worldwide

Completion of Studies

Provide pathway opportunities to learners and ensure that graduates qualifications are internationally recognized.