Bachelor of Arts (Major in Information & Communication Science)
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Arts majoring in Information and Communication Sciences offers an integrated program in Information and Knowledge Management, Archives and Records Management, and Information Science. The program fosters the development of an information culture, recognising that information is a crucial commodity in all aspects of life — individuals and organisations depend on relevant and accurate information in their daily activities.
The program strives to train highly skilled information professionals to meet the needs of diverse clients, and graduates are expected to address critical social development issues relating to improving people's lives. Graduates work as information managers, records managers, archivists, librarians, and knowledge management specialists in government, private sector, and development organisations across PNG.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must have successfully completed Grade 12 from a recognised institution. The following minimum grades are required for school leaver selection:
- A grade of C or better in Language & Literature or Applied English (one subject).
- A grade of B or better in General Mathematics or Advanced Mathematics (one subject).
- A grade of B or better in three (3) subjects chosen from Economics, History, Geography, Physics, Chemistry or Biology.
Minimum GPA: 2.75, calculated across the subjects listed above (A=4, B=3, C=2, D=1, F=0; subjects not taken are excluded from the calculation). Note that meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission — places are limited and competition is strong.
NOSS selection formula (2025): (COUNT_C[LL,AE]=1)&(COUNT_B[GM,AM]=1)&(COUNT_B[Ec,Hi,Gr,Ph,Ch,Bi]=3)&(GPA[LL,AE,AM,GM,Ec,Hi,Gr,Bi,Ch,Ph]>=2.75)
Course Structure
Year 1
Semester 1
- 4.13701Information Literacy (Broadening Course)
Semester 2
- 4.13702Introduction to Information & Communication Studies
Year 2
Semester 1
- 4.23703Information Sources in Humanities & Social Sciences
- 4.23704Management of Information Services
- 4.23705Organisation of Information I
- 4.23706Information Technology I
Semester 2
- 4.23702Information Society (Broadening Course)
- 4.23707Marketing of Information Service
Year 3
Semester 1
- 4.33709Records Management
Semester 2
- 4.33708Organisation of Information 2
- 4.33710Information Technology 2
Year 4
Semester 1
- 4.43711Outreach: Information Extension Services
- 4.43714Seminar: Information & Communication Issues
Semester 2
- 4.43713Archives Management
- 4.43712Fieldwork / Profession Practice
Course codes shown are indicative. Please contact the School directly for official course codes and credit information.