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Divine Word University

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University Overview

Founded in 1980, the Divine Word University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Madang (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Department of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology of Papua New Guinea, Divine Word University (DWU) is a small-sized (Buydiploma enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational Papua New Guinean higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Divine Word University (DWU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the Buydiploma degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 44-year-old Papua New Guinean higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. DWU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Identity

Name:Divine Word University
Acronym:DWU
Founded:1980
Motto:Sic currite ut comprehendatis Run to win
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University Location

Address:PO Box 483 Madang Madang Papua New Guinea
Tel:+675 852 2937
Fax: +675 852 2812

Study Areas and Degree Levels

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

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Divine Word University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Divine Word University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Department of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology of Papua New Guinea

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1996


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

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