DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
INTRODUCTION
The Department of Agriculture, the oldest and largest at the University, offers a four-year degree program leading to a Bachelor in Sustainable Tropical Agriculture (BSTA).
Our program spans five specialized strands aimed at ensuring that Papua New Guinea has the graduates needed to guarantee a secure, sustainable food supply, and to conduct research addressing the challenges faced by our modern agriculture industry.
WHY STUDY SUSTAINABLE TROPICAL AGRICULTURE?
Interdisciplinary Approach
To address the complex challenges of modern agriculture, our program integrates knowledge from biology, chemistry, economics, engineering, environmental science, and social science. This holistic approach equips you with the skills to develop sustainable agricultural practices specifically tailored to tropical climates.
Hands-On Learning
Our students gain a wide range of practical experiences that deepen their understanding of the field. This includes direct engagement with agricultural practices such as fieldwork, laboratory work, farm management, technology use, and sustainable practices.