Motto

Pro Deo et patria

'For God and Country'. This motto inspires Western Pacific University and its academic community to serve both God and Papua New Guinea.

Vision

Western Pacific University aspires to advance knowledge through research, provide technical education, be the leader in technology, innovate industries thus serving society by graduating conscientious and productive global citizens.

Mission

Our mission statements will implement Western Pacific University's vision. Hence, our mission seeks to contribute towards the advancement of humanity through:

  • Embracing ICT technology into research, learning and teaching;
  • Making commitment to the quality in the academic disciplines of science, engineering and technology;
  • Working with industries to ensure our educational programs and training are applicable to industry and the professions;
  • Aligning our research and education with the National Vision, with appropriate national and economic priorities in the context of global economic trends;
  • Becoming an Academic Community where minds are challenged, and lives are changed through quality leadership and innovation; and
  • Making a commitment to unity, service to each other our staff and students, our partners and communities while maintaining our core values and high standards of ethical conduct.

Logo

The bird of paradise and colours are a vital University identifier. Blue and gold, used by Western Pacific University, encompass the unifying brand element across a very culturally diverse country. In this way, the University wants to be the unifying factor in the country.  

The colour blue relates to technology, efficiency and long lasting results and reinforces the concepts and values that a technological university wants to transmit. It inspires the university to challenge the status quo "sky is the limit" through research, quality of education and knowledge creation pushing innovations beyond established boundaries.

The second colour is gold, as the University aims to put emphasis on the quality in everything it does to achieve prestige and high standards.

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Interim Council of the Western Pacific University

The Governing Body of the Western Pacific University (WPU) is the Council. The WPU Council meets a minimum of three times per year. The Council reports directly to the Minister for Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology

Western Pacific University has its University Interim Council. The first meeting of the Council took place on the 6th of July 2016. During the Council meeting, a few important decisions were made. The Council approved the following policies: WPU Charter, Invitation for Tender, Financial Delegation Policy, Policies & Regulations, Terms of Reference for Services of the Interim Council, an appointment of the President/Vice Chancellor of WPU and the budget for 2016-2017.

It was the inaugural Council meeting, a swearing in ceremony of the Council Chairperson and members was performed by Magistrate Philip Dusal Kusunan. Each of the Council members, read an oath of office while placing their right hand on the Bible to carry out their duties as Chairperson and Council members of the Western Pacific University. After reading the oath, they signed the oath including a confidentiality agreement.

The following persons are the members of the University Interim Council:

  1. Sir Peter Barter, PhD (Hon) GCL, Kt, OBE– Chairperson of the University Council
  2. Koney Samuel, Secretary representing Department of National Planning & Monitoring
  3. Mr. David Conn – Council Member
  4. Ms. Marlene Philip – Representing the Department of Finance
  5. Ms. Avia Koisen -  Council Member 
  6. Professor Fr Jan Czuba, Secretary representing the Department of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology
  7. Mr. Jacob Iki – Representing the people of Ialibu and Pangia

The Council is the governing body of the University and responsible for the entire direction and developments of the University. The primary responsibilities of the Council include:

  • appointing and monitoring the performance of the President/Vice-Chancellor as chief executive officer of the University;
  • approving the vision, mission and strategic direction of the University and its annual budget and strategic plan;
  • overseeing and reviewing the management of the University and its performance;
  • establishing policy and procedural principles for the operation of the University consistent with legal requirements and community expectations;
  • overseeing and monitoring the assessment and management of risk across the University, including commercial undertakings;
  • overseeing and monitoring the academic activities of the University; and
  • appointing Emeritus Professors on such terms and conditions as may be prescribed in By-laws.

The Western Pacific University is presided by the Chairperson/ Chancellor.

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22nd -26th February - Arrival of students

22nd- 26th February - Students Registration

25th - 26th February - Students Orientation

1st March - Academic Year Begins

 

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Why study at Western Pacific University?

We love to learn and we know you do too.

Expert Teachers

Expert in Profession

In today’s globalised world, where life and businesses are guarded by specialist, everyone expects you to be professional in your chosen field. WPU’s programs are focused on building you up to be a professional.
Grow Your Skills

Develop your Skills

At the Western Pacific University, you will be invited to take many academic and nonacademic programs. You will be expected to reflect on the development of your strengths and skills such as critical and creative thinking, professionalism, ethics, integrity, communication, interpersonal skills, intercultural competence, leadership, career development, research and intrapersonal ability.
Trusted worldwide

Education Trusted Worldwide

The Western Pacific University is committed to offering you an education that can be trusted by organisations in Papua New Guinea and around the world. We are committed to working with the best Universities overseas to ensure that the investment you make in your education and the degree you will obtain is trusted.
Built for Learning

Success Built to Last

The Western Pacific University will assist you to create a life that matters to you. As the education you will receive at WPU will be not the only factor that can determine your success, but what you do with your personality and knowledge that will count. We hope we can work with you to build success in your life that last.
Outstanding Features

Outstanding Environment

The Western Pacific University provides an inspiring and creative environment in which you will learn, work, be safe and live in a community, be responsive to needs of your fellow students and faculty staff. This environment will challenge your traditional values and encourage an open mind, exchange of ideas and opinions.
Dream Jobs

Dream Jobs

Western Pacific University's mission is to support each student to improve their lives. If you enrol at WPU and commit yourself to your studies, then you can achieve your dream job.

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