Balob Teachers College
Lae, Papua New Guinea
Quick facts
- World rank
- #12,000
- Acceptance rate
- 40%
- Students
- 1,000
- International students
- 100%
- Institution type
- Private non-profit
- Founded
- 1965
Overview
Balob Teachers College is a premier teacher training institution located in Lae, Papua New Guinea, established in 1965 by the Evangelical Lutheran Church of PNG. The college specialized in primary education and has historically been one of the largest teacher training centers in the country. It operates as a church-run but government-funded institution, offering a three-year Diploma in Primary Teaching. The college is recognized for its strong integration of Christian values with pedagogical training, producing over 10,000 educators for the nation's school system since its inception.
Fields of study
- Education
- Primary Teaching
- Social Science
- Mathematics
- Science
- English Literacy
Accreditation: Department of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology (DHERST)
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- February
- Application deadlines
- August 31st (Non-School Leavers)
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- admissions@btc.ac.pg
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
PGK 6,000 – PGK 10,000 / year
Domestic students
PGK 5,000 – PGK 9,000 / year
Fees for 2022: Day students K2,900/year; Boarding students K5,200/year. 75% upfront payment required for registration. Tuition is largely government-subsidized for school leavers via the HECAS scheme.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Official fee source (opens in a new tab)Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Education (Primary) (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | Varies | Varies | February |
| Diploma in Primary Teaching (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Diploma | 3 years | PGK 5,200 / year | Varies | February |
Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.