The Department provides a multidisciplinary learning environment that combines drone operations, aviation principles, robotics, artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, remote sensing, geospatial technologies, data analytics and digital innovation. Through practical training, academic study, applied research and industry-focused projects, students are prepared to understand, operate, develop and apply drone technologies across a wide range of professional sectors.

The Department aims to equip students with the capabilities required for emerging applications of RPAS and drones in agriculture, environmental monitoring, surveying and mapping, infrastructure inspection, construction, disaster management, logistics, media and communications, public safety, mining and other industrial applications.

In addition to technical knowledge, the Department emphasizes safe and responsible RPAS operations, aviation regulations, airspace awareness, risk management, professional standards and ethical use of autonomous and aerial technologies.

Through its integration of digital technologies, AI, robotics and real-world applications, the Department seeks to develop the next generation of RPAS professionals, drone technology specialists, researchers, innovators and entrepreneurs capable of contributing to the digital transformation of industries in Papua New Guinea and the wider Pacific region.

Last modified: Tuesday, 8 September 2026, 11:05 AM