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ANNIVERSARY PROSPECTUS 2020-2021 New Skills | Practical Experience | Real Opportunities
FNU Acting Vice Chancellor’s Message 04 FNUSA President’s Message 06 Fiji National University History 09 Vision, Mission and Values 14 Why Fiji National University 18 What our Students, Alumni and Staff Say 20 Sustainable Development 24 Campus Information 30 Student and Residential Life 54 Enrolment Guide for New Student 66 College Briefs / 2021 Programme Listing 73 Research Degrees at FNU 128
“FNU is proud to be a ‘dual sector’ university, offering both
technical and vocational education and training (TVET)
and higer education programmes
Bula Vinaka!
Fiji National University (FNU) enjoys a special learning environment (VLE). This year, we will
place in the Fijian higher education landscape. complete one of the biggest software installations
In 2020, we celebrated our 10th Anniversary since of recent times in Fiji, as we move all our systems
our establishment as Fiji’s first and only national and processes onto the Ellucian Banner 9 university
university, with a mandate to make education and management information system. From 2021, you will
opportunity accessible to all Fijians. But while FNU be able to enrol, pay your fees, check your grades and
is still a young and growing university, the quality of apply to graduate online, using self-service systems
our teaching and research is built upon the strong that are accessible 24/7.
foundations of our six founding tertiary colleges
which were merged in 2010 to create today’s national We are celebrating our 10th Anniversary in 2020
university. The oldest of our founding colleges dates with the formal opening of four iconic new facilities
back to 1885, making FNU “135 years old, 10 years – the new gymnasium complex and four-storey
young”. In January 2020, our national presence took business school at Nasinu campus, the new three-
another major step forward, as we welcomed the 15 storey teaching and research building at Fiji Maritime
campuses of the Technical College of Fiji into the Academy and the new greenfield campus in Labasa.
“FNU Family”. We have also just opened a new state-of-the-art,
multipurpose workshop and laboratory complex at
Over the last decade, we have developed range our Derrick Campus to support our civil, electrical
of new programmes – from Certificate II to PhD and mechanical engineering programmes.
level – designed in collaboration with the region’s
employers and benchmarked on international best Coming to university is not just about earning a
practice through partnerships with universities and certificate, diploma or degree. It is about making new
professional bodies in Australia and New Zealand. friends, enjoying new experiences and stretching your
A key feature of these programmes is the centrality horizons as you transition from home to the labour
of “experiential learning” through workplace-based force. FNU is proud to partner with Fiji National
internships and practical problem-solving. At the University Students’ Association (FNUSA), and its
same time, we strive to develop our student’s ten campus-based branch associations, to provide
high-level transferrable skills like critical thinking, a range of cultural, social and sporting events to
presentation and group-working skills and the ability complement your studies and provide a holistic and
to carry out independent research. These are all enriching experience while you are a student at FNU.
important to prepare our graduates for the changes
in the labour market that will be driven by “Industrial Of course, this message would not be complete
Revolution 4.0” in the years ahead. without referring to COVID-19 and the challenges
that universities globally have faced in dealing
Our focus on vocational education – which embraces with this unprecedented event. FNU has been no
both technical and vocational education and training exception and it is a measure of the FNU’s quality as
(TVET) and our higher education programmes – an institution that these challenges have been met
reflects the traditions of our founding colleges and our in a spirit of mutual support and cooperation among
purpose as a national university, which is to support staff and students. The need to make a speedy
the continued economic and social development of transition to fully online learning has enabled the
Fiji. For generations, our colleges have educated the University to move rapidly down the learning curve in
country’s doctors, dentists and nurses, its teachers, online delivery. This is seen as a means of enhancing
accountants and lawyers, its engineers, computer the blended learning approach i.e., a mix of the best
scientists, mechanics, carpenters and electricians. of online and face-to-face teaching, that will be the
We prepare students for successful careers. As brand new normal for the University’s approach to learning
proposition says: “New Skills, Practical Experience, and teaching.
Real Opportunities.”
All that remains for me now is to warmly welcome
You are joining FNU at an exciting time in our you to FNU and the start of an exciting journey as a
history. Over the next decade, we will complete our student at university. I am confident that the coming
transition from a largely technical training institute years will be the most fulfilling and rewarding of your
to a leading dual-sector university. Already our life so far. On behalf of all our staff, I wish you every
digital infrastructure is as good as many universities success in your chosen programme at FNU – Fiji’s
in Australia and New Zealand. We offer our students national University.
superfast broadband, free unlimited wifi anywhere
on our campuses and a digital library collection of Ms Tessa Price
ACTING VICE-CHANCELLOR’S MESSAGE books, journals and databases that can be accessed
from anywhere 24/7. All of our courses are supported
Acting Vice-Chancellor
by learning materials on our Moodle-based virtual
“Our mission is to unite the voices of the students by
accommodating, facilitating, assisting and promoting the
holistic development of students at FNU.”
Bula Vinaka!
Welcome to the Fiji National University, The Association’s activities ensure
a place where you can imagine that our students experience a holistic
and create the future you want for university life which is not solely
yourself. The Fiji National University confined within the 4 walls of the
is committed to giving its students classroom.
the best in higher education and seeks
to be a place of learning and teaching The Association also provides a
that excels in innovation, sustainability chance for students to enter into
and entrepreneurship. student leadership roles by contesting
Branch/ Campus student elections,
The Fiji National University Student’s be part of different committees and
Association (FNUSA) is an important represent the student body within
stakeholder of the University through the College/ campus and University
the student body that it represents, structures thereby ensuring that
acting as a bridge between the student voices on issues that matter
students and the University. to them are heard and taken into
consideration. I encourage you to visit
FNUSA was formed in November of our office or website and learn more
2016 to look after student welfare and about the opportunities available to
student life in partnership with various you with FNUSA.
departments within the University. The
University is spread across various This prospectus is a glimpse of you
geographical campuses, each with its and your future. The Association
association which look after campus wishes you good luck as you look at
affairs. We currently have 10 Branches the opportunities the University has to
in 10 different campuses that cater to offer to you for your future.
student needs.
The Fiji National University Student’s
Each campus has their annual calendar Association awaits excitedly to
of activities which includes talent welcome you to be part of one of the
shows, cultural nights, community largest student bodies in Fiji and the
projects, socials and mixers, sports Pacific.
and religious events, debates and
quiz nights, online competitions and Vinaka!
health and wellness. FNUSA also
marks national and international days Mr Ketan Lal
such as Fiji Day, International Youth FNUSA President
Day, and International Women’s Day.
FNUSA PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
FNU
HISTORY
Fiji National University has a long history of relevant education
dating back to the origins of its component Colleges, through
institutions that were established according to national needs
and aspirations as these developed.
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The School of
Medicine
was originally established in 1885
as the Suva Medical School to train
vaccinators. It has since developed into
the premier medical institute of the
South Pacific and continues to strive
towards excellence in the training and
education of health professionals in the
region. It has produced many motivated
and skilled health care professionals
who are now serving in key positions in
the Pacific and overseas. The School now
provides training in most health science
disciplines including medicine, dentistry,
pharmacy, physiotherapy, radiography,
laboratory technology, public health,
dietetics and environmental health.
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Fiji College of Training and
The School of Nursing Agriculture Productivity Authority
is one of the oldest nursing education
Fiji Institute of of Fiji (TPAF)
institutions in the Pacific and has been in Technology (FIT) was established in 1954 to meet the human
resource needs of the country in all areas formerly known as the Fiji National Training
existence since 1893. Now part of the FNU
College of Medicine, Nursing and Health is now part of the FNU’s College of of agriculture. The College was further Council, was established in 1973 by the Fiji
Sciences, the School offers basic and post- Engineering, Science and Technology. developed into the University’s College National Training Act. It established the National
basic nursing programmes for Fiji and It was originally established in 1963 of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry on Qualifications Framework to benchmark training
regiona. Graduates are capable of working in to train students in technical and the Koronivia Campus. It places great and qualifications in technical and trade areas
general health services, maternal and child vocational disciplines, to meet the emphasis on research in agriculture and against a national standard, based on the needs of
health care service, mental health service, engineering human resource needs there are excellent opportunities provided local industries, and is comparable with overseas
and, in urban, rural and remote community of Fiji. The College provides education for development. qualifications. TPAF became part of FNU in 2011 as
health services. to cater for human resource needs of the National Training and Productivity Centre to run
Fiji and the South Pacific in the areas the University’s short courses in areas ranging from
of engineering, technology, including senior executive level management and leadership
information technology and electronics, to innovative technical courses specifically designed
marine training and in the sciences. for local conditions.
The then FIT was also a starting point
for the College of Business, Hospitality
and Tourism Studies, which is now
located at a number of different centres,
including the new Namaka Campus in
the heart of Fiji’s tourism industry.
The main administration centre of Fiji National
University, including the hub of its extensive teacher
training faculty, is located at what was once Fiji’s
prestigious Queen Victoria School (known as “Vuli-
Ni-Tu”), established at Nasinu in 1907. The Fiji
College of Advanced Education that The Fiji National University, formally
opened at the Nasinu site and, the Lautoka Teachers established in 2010, now has Campuses
College has become part of the University’s College and Centres at 33 locations throughout the
of Humanities and Education and is now the FNU country, running a total of approximately
Natabua Campus. 400 different courses and programmes
with a staff complement of more than
2000 hitting a record student enrolment
of more than 26,000.
As a new and dynamic institution, yet
one with an illustrious history within its
component parts, FNU is daily developing,
innovating and expanding to provide Fiji
and the region with the education and
training that they most need.
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First
QUAPONIC
in Fiji.
Koronivia Campus
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VISION FNU was established in 2010 with the following
FIJI NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
objectives: to promote scholarship, research, free
inquiry, academic excellence, and trade competence
The University’s vision is to be recognised as a key driver of Fiji’s and in this process create, disseminate, maintain,
economic prosperity. and advance knowledge and productivity by teaching,
training and other means, for the welfare and needs
of the communities of Fiji and those from any other
overseas communities who may wish to receive
MISSION
tertiary education. The University shall be concerned
with education and training at the post-secondary
levels, including technical and vocational education
and training, consistent with international standards
The University’s mission is to support the economic and social of teaching, research, and other academic activities
development of Fiji through relevant, high-quality education and in institutions styled as institutions of higher learning.
training that maximises graduate employability and applied research
that has a positive societal impact. The functions of the University are:
• to provide for, and encourage the creation,
advance and dissemination of knowledge,
through scholarship, research and teaching to
VALUES
the standards accepted by the University Council;
• to provide courses of study or instruction, at the
levels of achievement the Council considers
appropriate, to meet the needs of the community,
High Ethical and Professional Standards including technical and vocational education and
The University is committed to the highest standards of ethics,
training;
integrity, transparency, corporate governance, and professional
standards.
• to confer higher education awards and awards at
Customer / Student- Focused other levels as determined by the Council;
The University is focused on understanding and exceeding the
expectations of our stakeholders, and providing a safe, secure and • to provide, arrange for or regulate the appropriate
comfortable learning, teaching and training environment. training of persons or classes of persons,
whether by way of apprenticeship or otherwise,
Efficiency, Cost Effectiveness and Environmental Sustainability to assist such persons or classes of persons in
The University promotes cost-effectiveness in resource utilisation, connection with employment;
maximum returns to all stakeholders, effective service delivery, and
environmental sustainability. • to assist and contribute towards the cost of
training, and the promotion of training, of any
Culture of Excellence
person or class of persons;
The University shall strive for excellence in everything it does.
Empowering / Strengthening our Team • to participate in community discourse through
The University is managed on the core values of accessibility of the application of knowledge generated and
education and training to all, equal opportunity, respect and tolerance advanced at the University to society, industry,
for diversity, and a firm sense of belonging and ownership forged and government in an environment where the
through collective decision making, information sharing, providing rights of all are respected; and
a ready helping hand to the weaker members of the University
community, a healthy lifestyle, and collective social and corporate • to perform other functions given to the University
responsibility. under this Decree or another Decree, or as
determined by the Council.
RADUATES
are work place ready through firsthand
experience at workplaces during the practical
attachment component of the programmes.
The We offer an excellent blend
International standard APPRENTICESHIP of theoretical LEARNING
SPORTS scheme is the only
and PRACTICAL
COMPLEX established body in Fiji
responsible for experiences.
skills.
LECTURERS and TRAINERS have
INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE.
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RESEARCH LOW
at FNU is
aligned to
cost
tuition
national fees
priorities.
Our graduates are
WORK-PLACE READY through
Largest network of alumni in Fiji dating back to
Only
more than 135 years.
dual 80 – 90%
10
of graduates
sector secure paid
employment within
the 4 months after campuses WE TAILOR-
University providing TVET completing their make the training
and centres located
and Higher education
studies.
course to suit the
across the nation. industries’ specific.
programmesWHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY? WHAT OUR ALUMNI SAY?
MADALYNN ROSINA NAVNEET HIROSHNI
20 MADALYNN ROMANU ROSINA MALKUM NAVNEET REDDY YOORANDA HIROSHI NARAYAN 21
CERTIFICATE III IN COOKERY ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF LEADERSHIP AND
Certificate IV in Graphic Designing Bachelor of Civil Engineering Honours
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MANAGEMENT (ADLM)
COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES AND COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, SCIENCE SOUS CHEF (AWARD-WINNING CHEF0 at Moffat
EDUCATION AND TECHNOLOGY Salon Culinaire in 2010 HUMAN RESOURCE AND TRAINING
Fijian Junior Chef of the Year in 2013 Moffat Salon COORDINATOR at Tappoos Fiji Limited
Culinaire
“While doing this programme, I “I chose to study at FNU because Chef of the Year Award at the 2018 Moffat Salon
Culinaire “I chose Advanced Diploma of
have learnt that TVET training of FNU back in Vanuatu there are not many Leadership and Management
provides opportunities equivalent to females in the Civil Engineering (ADLM) because, in today’s
any higher education programmes. ” field and I want to change that by “FNU prepared me for the job market. time, we lack good leaders.
completing this programme. ” The theoretical aspect was well taught Leadership is not about the
and the fact that practical experiences position but the relationship
are required for graduation is an amongst people. Another
excellent concept. This allows us to reason I chose this programme
be job-ready while increasing our is because it is internationally
employment prospects. ” recognised. ”
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DONALD SHIPRA
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DR DONALD WILSON DR SHIPRA SHAH
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Associate Dean Research Assistant Professor
COLLEGE OF MEDICINE, NURSING COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE,
AND HEALTH SCIENCES FISHERIES AND FORESTRY
ARGEST
“At FNU we are providing the tools, “FNU’s practical training in
the knowledge, and the competency instructional farm complexes, field
to be able to conduct research, trips, seminars, research projects
use correct scientific methods to and industrial attachments all
conduct them and also be able to enable students to learn through network of alumni in Fiji.
disseminate the information of the experience and to relate classroom
findings of that research.” ”
learning to workplace activities.
w w w. f n u . a c . f jGoal 4: Quality Education students with an opportunity to work and assist with real-
time issues in the agricultural sector.
SUSTAINABLE As Fiji’s national university, FNU provides holistic
learning with programmes undergoing regular review in
consultation with industry partners, international higher
DEVELOPMENT (SDGs) education institutions to ensure it meets local and global
standards.
The Fiji National University (FNU) is committed to achieving the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development
Goal 5: Gender Equality
Goals (SDGs) through its research, learning and teaching. The SDGs aim to address 17 key global issues and are
interconnected, many of which are relevant to the core operations of the University. SDG Goal 4, which highlights the
need for quality education, also aligns with the intuition’s aim to be the premier national University providing quality
and relevant higher education, technical and vocational education and training, research and development in Fiji.
FNU has contributed to addressing various SDG Goals in 2019, through the following key projects:
• Two alumni of FNU created history by successfully
undertaking Vanuatu’s first-ever ‘reduction of the
zygomatic complex fracture’ surgery. Dr Nelson Tanghwa
Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being
and Dr Mackenzie Sitobata (CMNHS - Class of 2018),
Asia Mental Health with financial assistance provided by who are both dentists, conducted the successful surgery
St Vincent’s Pacific Health Fund. at Vila Central Hospital. The Postgraduate Diploma in
Oral Surgery (PGDOS) graduates applauded the training
• The Department of Medical Imaging & Anatomy at provided at CMNHS, which enabled them to master their
CMNHS uses the Wellness Program to create a healthy skills and undertake such surgeries and bring comfort to
the lives of patients.
• FNU organised a Gender and Leadership Workshop,
culture and tackle Non-Communicable Diseases • FNU launched the National Apprentice Week in which was attended by female academics, lecturers and
(NCDs). The staff have a one-hour work-out on Campus March to celebrate and raise public awareness on the middle-managers. The workshop provided women with
and encourage their colleagues to join. According to impact of apprenticeships on individuals, employers the opportunity to discuss challenges such as career
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participants, the workplace affects the physical, mental, and the economy. Vice-Chancellor Professor Nigel progression in the higher education sector and how
economic and social wellbeing of staff and the sessions Healey encouraged students to join NTPC’s National this could be addressed. This workshop was organised
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act as a defence mechanism against stress, anxiety and Apprenticeship Scheme and undertake hands-on training in partnership with The Association of Commonwealth
depression. and skills developments in the respective trade field. The Universities.
apprenticeship scheme has evolved over the years to
• CMNHS participated in the inaugural forum of the include formal education combined with employment and • Two FNU instructors Vasenai Kereni and Lani Ragusuloto
Pacific Ending Childhood Obesity (Pacific ECHO) Network. on-the-job training. from CEST were part of Science, Technology, Engineering
• FNU hosted the World Health Organisation (WHO)
The organisation was established by the Ministries of and Mathematics (STEM) Camp organised by Graduate
Western Pacific Regional Director, Dr Takeshi Kasai for
Health and their partners in the Pacific, in line with the • Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison commended Women Fiji (GWF). The duo conducted interactive study
a special guest lecture on health challenges in the region
healthy island vision of a Pacific where ‘Children are FNU for its partnership with the Australia Pacific Training sessions to encourage young female participants to
at the Pasifika Campus. Dr Kasai visited the College of
nurtured in body and mind’. Acting Head of Department Coalition (APTC) to provide training and education to upskill develop an interest in the fields of STEM and explore the
Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences and toured the
Primary Care and Nutrition at CMNHS Dr Gade Waqa people in the Pacific. PM Morrison made the comments potential rewarding career pathways it has to offer.
Public Health and Primary Care at Tamavua Campus. He
stated education institutions are embedding NCDs in the when he visited the FNU’s Derrick Campus. FNU and APTC
reassured WHO’s commitment to work with FNU in the
curriculum to address issues such as childhood obesity have a working partnership which allows APTC to conduct FNU strives to provide opportunities to empower its female
areas of critical development of the health workforce for
which is an area of concern. specialized short course training in designated workshops. staff in achieving gender parity in pay and gender balance
Fiji and the Pacific, through training and development,
PM Morrison was given an overview of the Derrick Campus by academic rank and managerial seniority. It also takes
scholarships for student and workforce development and
• The FNU Labasa Campus staff organised a five- Master Plan and brief of the two institution’s partnership pride in being at the forefront of promoting subjects and
supporting research and collaboration.
kilometre ‘Walk for Health’ to promote a healthy by the Acting Dean CEST Salabogi Mavoa. careers that are male-dominated.
• FNU and the Ministry of Health and Medical Services lifestyle and engage the community in an ongoing fight
against non-communicable diseases (NCDs). About 120 • CAFF signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with
are working with a team of academic experts and health
participants from the University, government ministries, Spices of Fiji Limited to enhance scientific, technological
professionals from Australia to study the experience
business and local communities participated in the fun and educational collaboration. The partnership will provide
of art-making in healing people with mental illness.
‘Art-making and mental health – a pilot focus group event.These activities and projects address targets of
study in Suva, Fiji’ is the first of its kind of research Goal 3 that aim to strengthen the capacity of all countries,
being conducted in Fiji. The overall objective is to gain in particular developing countries, for early warning, risk
an understanding of the potential value and possible reduction and management of national and global health
meaning of art-making in the context of mental health risks.
recovery in Fiji. The research is supported by Australia
w w w. f n u . a c . f j New Skills | Practical Experience | Real OpportunitiesGoal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth Goal 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure Goal 13: Climate Action Goal 14: Life Below Water
Through the industrial attachment course component, • Two hundred trees were planted at Natabua Campus as • To create greater awareness and education on
FNU implements in its programmes, students are taught • FNU launched the installation phase of the University part of an initiative to protect and care for the environment. sustainable offshore fishing practices, a training manual
and trained in a real-life work environment to ensure they Information Management System (UMIS). The UMIS The seedlings were donated by Ministry of Forests as titled “Protected Species Bycatch Mitigation for the Fiji
are well-equipped with the relevant skills and knowledge system puts the university on track to provide first-class part of its “Plant 4 Million Trees in Four Years initiative” Offshore Fisheries” was launched at the Fiji Maritime
in the field of work they are pursuing. FNU strives to online self-service experience to students and staff users. following a pledge by staff and students in 2018 to join the Academy (FMA) by the Minister for Fisheries Honourable
ensure all its graduates are ‘day-one work-ready’ when The $20m software implementation will eliminate many fight against climate change. Campus Head, Professor Semi Koroilaesau. Bycatch is fish or other marine species
the graduate to joing the workforce. of the University’s current manual and paper-based Unaisi Nabobo-Baba said the initiative was aimed at that is caught unintentionally while catching certain
processes while some of the current online systems will making students understand they are the future leaders target species and target sizes of fish. Issues of bycatch
The University also encourages entrepreneurship through be streamlined and made ‘self-service.’ and needed to take into their hands the agendas that are important to safeguard the marine industry for future
its courses, which is a key target of Goal 8. are reported in society relating to climate change. FNU generations. The bycatch training manual will provide
• The NTPC hosted the inaugural National Conference continues to promote such ‘Green initiatives’ to create the fisheries bycatch component in the current Deck
on Information Technology. The one-day event officiated greater awareness about caring for the environment. Hand Fishing and Offshore Skipper Fishing programmes
by the Attorney-General and Minister of Economy, Public being taught at the Academy. 46 students enrolled in the
Enterprises, Civil Service and Communications Honourable • Staff and students of Natabua Campus conducted a programme.
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Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum attracted the country’s leading IT cleanup campaign at Saweni beach, outside Lautoka to
specialists. The conference focused on knowledge sharing mark World Cleanup Day. About 40 staff and students FNU aims to enhance conservation and the sustainable
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in the best IT practices. collected rubbish, trimmed overgrown grass and planted use of ocean-based resources by training the students to
Croton plants (Codiaeum variegatum) along the roadside assist in controlling overexploitation of marine and coastal
• FNU aligned its library services to digital learning and at the entrance of the Saweni beach to beautify the stocks.
practices. Keeping in mind the advancements in technology area. The Campus has also embarked on a waste paper
and the accessibility to information through smartphones recycling project to reduce the amount of waste paper
and laptops, the University enhanced its library services being sent to the landfill.
by moving to digital platforms to reach their students with
ease and at a reasonable cost. The University engaged FNU is at the forefront of climate change action through
Reuban Sonn from ProQuest and Kelly Harris from GOBI various activities organised at its campuses. Clean up
(EBSCO), who presented on varied online databases that campaigns, tree planting initiatives and the sustainable
enhance learning, sharing and information management use of natural resources within the institution and adopting
in a range of subjects from the world’s top publishers. environmentally-friendly practices are ways in which the
institution contributes to the fight against climate change.
• The library facility at the College of Agriculture, Given the gravity of the climate situation, FNU has also
Fisheries and Forestry (CAFF) was renovated into a developed Interdisciplinary Studies in Climate Change
modern learning commons facility. It provides students Resilience and Mitigation programme.
with a more interactive, collaborative and inclusive
learning environment. Costing around half a million
dollars in refurbishment, the new facility consists of
three discussions rooms, which has smart TVs and WIFI
connectivity.
These infrastructure and digital technology developments
and partnership address Goal 9’s need to develop quality,
reliable, sustainable and resilient infrastructure, increase
access to information and communications technology,
and support domestic technology development, research
and innovation.
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CAMPUS INFORMATION
CAMPUSES INCLUDE: • NASINU CAMPUS • DERRICK CAMPUS • PACIFIKA CAMPUS
• NURSING CAMPUS • PUBLIC HEALTH CAMPUS • KORONIVIA CAMPUS • NAMAKA CAMPUS
• NATABUA CAMPUS • BA CAMPUS • LABASA CAMPUS • TCF CAMPUS
30 FNU inherited a lot of old buildings and The cost of this investment is half a
some of these structures have been billion dollars over the next ten years in
reviewed as part of the master plan the construction of new buildings and
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exercise and will be replaced with new infrastructure. This will transform FNU
and modern facilities. Therefore, we are into a modern, well-equipped higher
investing in our buildings and facilities education institution which Fijians will be
to give you the very best learning proud to call their national University.
environment to shape your experience.
Natabua Campus
w w w. f n u . a c . f jLOCATED
at Kings Road, Valelevu.
The Campus provides study
programmes for College of
Business, Hospitality & Tourism
Studies and the College of
Humanities and Education
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COLLEGE OF BUSINESS,
HOSPITALITY & TOURISM
STUDIES:
- School of Accounting and Law
- School of Economics and
Finance
NASINU CAMPUS - School of Management
COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES
Apart from the Colleges, The Campus offers study 50 to 400 seating capacity and AND EDUCATION:
Nasinu Campus is also home to programmes to full time and part tutorial rooms. There are many
majority of the support sections time students who are provided international coaches training
of the university namely; Vice with the opportunity to gain conducted for the sports science - School of Education
Chancellor’s Office, Human theoretical knowledge and at the students. Nasinu Campus has - School of Communication,
Resources Department, Finance same time gain practical training modern lecture theatres, tutorial Language and Literature
Department, Project Team, in relation to their programme of and teaching rooms, staff
Academic or Student Services study. administration offices, computer - School of Arts & Humanities
Office and the Division of labs, library, cafeteria, dining hall,
Marketing and Communications The Campus also features and student accommodation.
amongst others. lecture rooms ranging from
w w w. f n u . a c . f j New Skills | Practical Experience | Real OpportunitiesLOCATED
in Samabula offering
programmes of study under
the College of Engineering,
Science & Technology
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• School of Building & Civil
Engineering
DERRICK CAMPUS • School of Electrical &
Electronics Engineering
The Campus is now also home to to pursue self-study in their own The Campus comprises of the • School of Mechanical
the School of Creative Arts under time. Plans are underway for an following facilities: Engineering
the College of Humanities and integrated workshop and a 200
Education. capacity computer laboratory • Civil Engineering Lab Facilities
to cater to the growing demand • Mechanical Engineering • School of Pure Sciences
Derrick Campus was established for laboratory spaces and PC Laboratories
in 1964 and has been providing a terminals respectively. • Electrical & Electronics • School of Applied
skilled workforce for the nation’s Engineering Laboratories Sciences
development for over 50 years. The Engineering Research & • Automotive Engineering
Our qualifications are developed Development Centre (ERDC) Workshops
based on the needs of the industry was also recently completed • Student Academic Services • School of Mathematical
and we have a strong history of at the Campus, which provides Office & Computing Science
successful graduates locally as international standard workshops
well as regionally. and laboratories for programmes The Derrick Campus is centrally • School of Transport
at the College of Engineering, located in a multi-disciplinary
The Campus has 44 classrooms Science and Technology, including environment. The faculty
which include drawing rooms the new Masters of Research and members are qualified and have
and main hall, 15 workshops, Doctor of Philosophy programmes. industrial experience in their area
7 laboratories and 8 computer of expertise.
classrooms/ laboratories which Around 2000 students study at
include one computer laboratory the campus in a wide range of
specifically meant for students programmes.
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at Extension
Street in Waimanu Road
opposite the Colonial War
Memorial Hospital (CWMH)
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• School of Medical
Sciences
• School of Health
Sciences
PASIFIKA CAMPUS • School of Dentistry
and Oral Health
The Campus houses a State of the Sciences, Bachelors in Medical and attachments.
Art Pasifika Dental Clinic which Imaging Science and Bachelors
is comparable to some of the in Pharmacy in the Pacific. The Campus is equipped with
best dental clinics in Australia the necessary facilities such as
and New Zealand. The Pasifika Being situated opposite the a library, Physiotherapy Gyms,
Campus is the only campus CWM Hospital also provides Pharmacy Labs, Medical Labs,
that offers degree programmes easier access to real training Ultrasound Rooms, Radiology
for Health Sciences namely facilities ensuring students Rooms, Pathology Museum,
Bachelors in Physiotherapy, gain experience in real medical Anatomy Labs, Clinical Skills
Bachelors in Medical Laboratory situations during their practicals Labs and Hostels.
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across the Public Health
Department, Tamavua
Campus, Princess Road,
on the hills of Tamavua in
Suva. It caters specifically for
nursing students under the
College of Medicine, Nursing
and Health Sciences
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NURSING CAMPUS
The School has been educating The Campus caters for The faculty members are highly
nurses for Fiji and the Pacific approximately 900 students qualified with years of industry
Island countries for over a with State of the Art learning experience which makes the
century. Our history states that and teaching facilities such nursing programmes one of the
the first trainer for the nurses in as Anatomy Labs, two Clinical most sought after fields in the
Fiji was a student and close friend Skills Labs and a Primary Health Pacific.
of the ‘mother of nursing’, Ms Care Lab. It also has a cafeteria,
Florence Nightingale. library and on Campus student
accommodation.
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near the Nursing Campus
in Suva. The Campus houses
the School of Public Health
& Primary Care, C-POND
Research Centre, PacSHR
Research Centre and rise
project lab under College of
Medicine, Nursing & Health
Sciences
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Department of
Epidemiology &
Environmental Health
PUBLIC HEALTH CAMPUS Department of
Primary Care & Nutrition
The Campus was the first This Campus caters for 600 Health Lab, Revitalization of
Central Medical School built in students in a wide range of study Informal Settlements and their Department of
1885 and now concentrates on programmes under the School of Environments (RISE) Lab, lecture
programmes in Public Health. Public Health and Primary Care. rooms – Assembly Hall, Nutrition Public Health & Health
The Campus also comprises of Hall, Nutrition Foyer & Tamavua Services Management
Nuffield Clinic, Tamavua MCH The following facilities are Room 2, Nuffield Clinic and
Clinic and is a residential Campus available to enhance teaching Research centres.
with 58 beds. and learning programme:
PG IT Lab, Environmental
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on the Kings Highway which
is just about 10 minutes from
Nausori Town and 5 minutes
from 9 miles, Nakasi. The
Campus is located near the
road side which provides easy
excess to other necessary
amenities
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SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE
SCIENCE & FORESTRY:
• Department of Forestry
• Department of Crop Science
KORONIVIA CAMPUS
• Department of Agribusiness &
Extension
• Department of Crop & Plant
Protection
The Campus was initially Science & Animal Husbandry. The Campus also features lecture • Department of Soil Science &
established to cater for 50 Apart from this, a multimillion- rooms ranging from 50 to 400 Bio-System Engineering
students annually. Since the dollar Veterinary Teaching seating capacity, 7 laboratories
Campus has grown, the facilities Hospital is now planned at the for different disciplines, 9 tutorial
have increased as well. From Koronivia Campus which will be rooms and commercially operating
SCHOOL OF ANIMAL &
two lecture rooms and one the first of its kind in the Pacific. livestock and crop farms. The VETERINARY SCIENCES :
laboratory, the College now has Campus also houses the first
four lecture rooms and several Currently, the Campus offers study ever aquaponics system that uses • Department of Veterinary
multipurpose labs. Apart from programmes to 1174 students fertile water from the fish ponds Science
this, the number of programmes who have the opportunity to gain to grow vegetables. While there is • Department of Animal Science
have increased with bachelors theoretical knowledge and at the much anticipation of the first ever • Department of Fisheries
in different specialisation. We same time gain practical training veterinary hospital in the South
are the only College in Fiji that in relation to their programme of Pacific, a veterinary clinic has
provides Bachelors in Agriculture, study. already started providing services
Fisheries, Forestry and Veterinary on Campus.
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close to the Nadi International
Airport which is the main
International Airport for Fiji as
well as an important regional
hub for the South Pacific
Islands. Located by the coast
on the western side of the
main island of Viti Levu next
to the Votualevu roundabout,
the Campus is also ideally
located close to five (5) star
international hotels in Nadi
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COLLEGE OF BUSINESS,
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HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM
STUDIES
• School of Accounting & Law
NAMAKA CAMPUS • School of Economics &
Finance
• School of Management
Namaka Campus is fairly and training with over 1000 active students.
new when compared to other students enrolled in various • Library which is accessible
COLLEGE OF
Campuses and Centres. The courses, for students to use seven (7)
ENGINEERING, SCIENCE
Campus was officially opened days a week. AND TECHNOLOGY
by the Prime Minister of Fiji Hon The Namaka Campus has • The Campus also has the
Voreqe Bainimarama in October facilities such as: only air craft maintenance & • CISCO
2010. The Campus has a number • A 300 seating capacity engineering training school • Computing
of facilities nearby ranging from Lecture Theatre. in Fiji. • Air Craft Engineering
cafeterias, shopping malls, banks, • Tutorial rooms are • Adequate sporting ground
pharmacies and doctors. Public mounted with multi-media for training for team sports NATIONAL TRAINING AND
transport is easily accessible from resources for quality lecture i.e. volley ball, soccer & PRODUCTIVITY CENTRE
the Campus for the convenience presentation. rugby 7s.
of students taking evening and • Industry standard production Short courses for the hospitality
weekend classes or late night & pastry kitchens for the The facilities, courses offered & tourism programmes
studies in the library. culinary art enthusiasts. and the beautiful Campus
• Training restaurant for surroundings create a vibrant
The Campus now has around its hospitality & tourism learning environment for all
180 staff ranging from support training students. students.
and maintenance to teaching • Modern computer labs for
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at Natabua in
Lautoka City, at a
distance from
the main city area,
providing an ideal
environment for learning
and teaching
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The Campus is predominantly students actively engage in community clean-ups and EDUCATION:
home to the School of Education group study after hours, thanks visiting the elderly and disabled.
under the College of Humanities to the numerous study-friendly • School of Education
and Education. areas on campus. Free Wi-Fi is There is a gym and multipurpose • School of Humanities and Arts
available to residential students court on Campus to assist in • School of Communications,
Previously home to the Lautoka 24/7. The Campus has well enhancing PEMAC teacher Language and Literature
Teachers College, the Natabua equipped teaching and learning training and to strengthen
Campus has the largest spaces including a modern training programmes for the COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING,
lecture theatre in Fiji with a Library, ICT Labs, Bookshop, Rugby 15’s team participating
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY:
seating capacity of 680 people. Cafeteria and Dinning spaces, at Lautoka Rugby Union top
Appropriately named “Na Language Hub, Math Help Kiosk division.
• School of Pure Sciences
WereLevu” (The Big House), and On- Campus Medical Clinic.
• School of Applied Sciences
it recognises the language of The Campus has its own choir
• School of Mathematical and
the traditional landowners of Monthly activities are organised group which actively participates
Computing Science
Natabua. for students such as sports days in all College events. It also has an
and talent quests with rewards inclusive club which comprises of
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS,
There are approximately 2,300 to encourage participation. Staff Year 2 Primary Trainee Teachers.
HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM
students studying at the campus and students at the Campus The two major objectives of this
STUDIES:
with trainee teachers comprising also organise environmental group are to reach out to the
of the highest number. awareness weeks for the GO children admitted at the Lautoka
• School of Accounting and Law
Green initiative with weekly clean Hospital and the Senior Citizens
• School of Economics and
Natabua Campus strives to – up campaigns. The Campus at Golden Age Home in Natabua,
Finance
create a holistic learning also values its relationship with Lautoka. The main purpose of
environment through its the community and practices this interest group is to prepare
hostel accommodation, which social responsibility through its student teachers to better serve
houses 454 students. Similarly, outreach activities which include their community.
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at Natuyabia Road,
Tauvegavega, Ba which
is approximately 4
kilometers from Ba
town and close to the
Ba Mission Hospital
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COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING,
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY:
• School of Building and Civil
Engineering
• School of Transport
• School of Mathematical &
Computing Science
BA CAMPUS • School of Electrical &
Electronics Engineering
• School of Mechanical
Engineering
The Campus currently offers 360 students are currently enroled • Mechanical and Metal
programmes from the College at the FNU Ba Campus with over Workshops COLLEGE OF BUSINESS,
of Engineering, Science and 75% of the students enroled in HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM
Technology (CEST) and the engineering courses. The physical environment of the STUDIES:
College of Business, Hospitality FNU Ba Campus is very conducive
and Tourism Studies (CBHTS). The Campus also offers facilities for learning. It is located on • School of Accounting and Law
such as: elevated grounds which provides • School of Economics and
Fiji National University Ba Campus • Cafeteria stunning views of the surrounding Finance
was officially opened on 28 June, • Fully operational Library areas and has many open learning • School of Management
1978 as Fiji Institute of Technology • Playing Ground bures for studies and relaxation.
Western Technical Centre by Ratu • Computer Labs
Sir Kamisese Mara. • Teaching Rooms
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in the main street of
Labasa Town, in the Local
Timber Building next to
Courts Fiji Limited
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LABASA CAMPUS
College of Humanities
and Education
College of Business,
The Campus facilitates courses and the School of Automotive students and those learning via
under the College of Humanities are being offered at the Rara video broadcast. Hospitality and
and Education, College of Avenue Centre which is situated Tourism Studies
Business, Hospitality and right opposite Subrail Park. The campus has the following
Tourism Studies and College facilities:
of Engineering, Science and Labasa Campus has occupied College of
Technology. Some programmes rented properties to date and • Fully operational library, which
from the College of Medicine, the new campus facility in is open to students till 10 pm Engineering, Science
Nursing and Health Sciences Naiyaca will be FNU’s campus during weekdays and till 5 pm and Technology
are also offered here via video for Labasa and its people. Work on weekends.
conferencing mode. is nearing completion at the new • ICT facilities
site. This campus will have State • Wifi services are available to
There are 2 other sites; one is of the Art facilities for students students at all the 3 centres in
known as the Rosawa Centre once complete. Situated next to Labasa.
where courses and programmes Labasa River and away from the • Multimedia facilities are set up
from NTPC and School of CBD, it will provide a peaceful in most rooms for better delivery
Electrical and Electronics environment to students and of lectures.
and School of Mechanical staff. • PAL Learning
Engineering are offered while • Language Hub
programmes from School of The campus accommodates • Maths Help Hub
Building and Civil Engineering for day students, in-service
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lecture theatre in Fiji,
Nawere-levu Lecture Theatre.
Nawere-levu Lecture TheatreSTUDENT
AND
RESIDENTIAL
LIFE
The Department of Student Services under the Office of
54 the Registrar understands the importance of students
having a fun filled and exciting university life. In keeping
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this a priority, the University ensures that students have
a memorable residential and campus life.
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LIFE
The University firmly believes in providing an environment that
encompasses a holistic learning experience for all its students.
The residential life programme at Fiji National University is
also based on the belief that Hostel living can provide a unique
opportunity for students to gain a variety of experiences that
supplement and complement the formal classroom.
Our programmes strive to meet the many and
varied needs of students who are from diverse
cultural backgrounds. The goal of the residential
The residential life programme also life staff is to develop an environment that is
includes safe, clean, and comfortable supportive of student’s academic endeavours
facilities. Additionally, the programme and that promotes individual development. It
fosters communities that emphasise the is expected that students will act as adults in a
acceptance of responsibility for personal mature and responsible manner and contribute
and group decision making, mutual to their hall community, since involvement is
essential for personal development and growth.
respect, concern, a sense of cooperation
and sharing, and the empowerment of
Our programmes include Hostel Orientation,
students to become active and participating
Cultural Volunteer Programme, Drugs and
members of the residence halls and local Substance Abuse Awareness, Movie and Karaoke
communities.
nights, Hostel Clean Up and Residential Talanoa
session.STUDENT HEALTH & SPORTS
WELLNESS Engage, Inspire, Excel
Being a university student is both highly challenging At Fiji National University, we strive to inspire our
and rewarding. We recognise the importance of students, staff and local community to stay active
healthy living for students, especially when it comes and reach their potential in sports and fitness.
to balancing the many demands of obtaining university
education.
The Student Sports Unit endeavours to promote
The Student Health and Wellness Unit is committed to physical wellness, team spirit and commitment
promoting wellness in all aspects of a student’s life, amongst all students of the Fiji National University
be it emotional, intellectual, social or spiritual. The through its diverse range of sporting programs
Department offers programmes designed to empower that includes:
student’s lives and to advocate healthier, more
balanced and meaningful life. Inter Campus Games;
Fiji University Sports Association (FUSA) games;
Our programmes to name a few include: and Coaching Clinics.
• Zumba classes;
• Interfaith programmes for students; Career Services The FNU Student Sports Unit offers a wide range
• Spiritual rallies in conjunction with the Student
of sports for students that includes but is not
Association; Fiji National University Career Services
limited to the following sports:
• Transport facilities for students to attend advisors are catalysts for students’
religious festivals organised at different career. We are dedicated to preparing
campuses; and our undergraduate and graduate • Rugby;
• Health Plus Awareness Week. students to successfully transit from • Soccer;
58 • Netball; 59
the role of a student to a professional.
• Volleyball;
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The Career Services unit facilitates • Hockey; and
programmes with the aim to enhance • Badminton.
personal skills of students enabling
increased chances of employment.
Services offered by careers placement
include:
• Online Placement Portal Registration
for job seekers and employers ;
• CV Writing Workshops;
• Mock Interview Session;
• Employers Chat Sessions; and
• Careers Fair.
Campus Life
At Fiji National University, we provide students an opportunity to Retreat, Recharge and Reward
themselves while studying. Campus Life Services is committed in organising activities that enhance
social, cultural, and economic, and leadership development of a diverse student population.
The FNU Campus Life Unit offers a wide range of programmes for students. These includes:
• Orientations
• Let’s Connect- Students Speak on wide range of topics
• Inter Campus Debate Competitions
• Cultural Festivals
• Campus Cleanup Campaign
• Awareness on University Policies and Procedures
• Young Women Lead Initiative Workshop
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STUDENTS’ ASSOCIATION
GRADUATION
The graduation unit of the Office
of the University Registrar
works closely with the Colleges
to coordinate all graduation
ceremonies.
• The Disability Resource practical assistants and
Fiji National University holds two Centre advocates equal sign interpreters.
graduation ceremonies annually access to learning and • Moving of lecture and/or
for students completing their working for students tutorial locations when
programmes. The ceremonies with special needs. This dealing with accessibility
are usually organised in the involves setting up a user- issues.
months of May and December. friendly environment • Provision of assistive
The graduation ceremonies at with speciall designed technology.
FNU are unique in the sense facilities to improve • Liaising with academic
that students graduate within
accessibility to those staff about reasonable
their Colleges, i.e, graduation
ceremonies are College based with special needs. Some adjustments.
making each ceremony personal Services provided under • Consultation with students
and distinguished as the graduates the Disability Unit are: with disability to identify
deserve. • Pre-enrollment guidance reasonable adjustments
and support with suitable to their
enrolment. requirements Integrated
60 • Note-taking services campus life activities. 61
The Fiji National University campuses in Central Division, organise events that bring readers academic
Students’ Association 3 in the West and 1 in the North together different campuses
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(FNUSA) officially started looking after more than 26, 000 and Colleges within the
operations in 2017, after students nationwide. These University such as leadership
2 years of hard work and include both undergraduate forums, inter-college sports,
dedication put in by pioneer and postgraduate students conduct association elections
student leaders of the as well as those who are on and partner in events that will
University. A representative Blended modes. Our campus provide our students with a
body for the student was a associations look after chance for a holistic university
long time in the making. student life and activities on experience.
campuses which tend to be
The core objective of FNUSA affiliated to different Colleges. When you join FNU, you join
is to be an organisation for the Events such as cultural the vast student body made
student and by the student. nights, social and mixers, up of local, regional and
The Association is mandated quizzes, debates, movie night international students who are
to voice student opinions and and many online competitions part of a continuously growing
welfare issues with relevant are hosted by the committees and developing institution that
stakeholders which don’t present on campuses. FNUSA has grown from strength to
only include the University is based at the FNU Main strength owing to the past
but sponsors, alumni groups, Campus in Valelevu. and current student leaders
prospective employers and and their input along with the
civil societies and public FNUSA as a whole host University staff.
sector. national events such as
International Women’s Day, As you journey through this
FNUSA has a Branch International Women’s Day, prospectus, we wish you the
representation at each of the Fiji Day in partnership with best of luck in finding your
10 major campuses around the University and other calling and we are excited to
Fiji which includes the 6 stakeholders. We also have you join us.
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