Depok, May 5, 2026 — The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Indonesia (FMIPA UI), together with the Faculty of Science of , continues to finalize the implementation of the International Class collaboration program under the double degree scheme through a series of strategic discussions.
The discussion was conducted through a meeting between the leadership of FMIPA UI and the delegation from on Tuesday (May 5, 2026) at the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences Administration Center, . The meeting served as an important forum to align various technical and academic aspects related to the implementation of the program.
The main focus of the discussion included curriculum synchronization, fulfillment of academic requirements, and strengthening long-term collaboration between the two institutions.
One of the crucial issues discussed was the requirement for undergraduate students in Indonesia to complete 360 hours of research activities as part of the graduation requirements. In the context of this program, both parties agreed that the fulfillment of this component does not need to be explicitly stated in the cooperation agreement documents. Instead, the mechanism can be managed flexibly through curriculum implementation and the academic systems of each institution.
As an alternative solution, students undertaking their studies at may fulfill the research component through the compilation of reports or research-based assignments from the courses they take. These collected reports can later be recognized as part of the undergraduate thesis research requirements at Universitas Indonesia. This approach is considered capable of maintaining academic standards while also providing flexibility for students in completing their studies.
The Dean of FMIPA UI, Prof. Dr. Tito Latif Indra, M.Si., emphasized that the scheme is designed to ensure academic quality while accommodating the dynamics of cross-country learning. He stated that this collaboration is a strategic step toward providing students with a global educational experience.
“The approach we are developing together with places academic quality as the top priority, while still providing flexibility for students to adapt to different learning systems. We want to ensure that every student participating in this program not only meets graduation standards, but also gains strong and internationally relevant research competencies,” said Prof. Dr. Tito Latif Indra, M.Si..
From an academic perspective, students are expected to prepare themselves from the beginning of their studies, particularly by maintaining strong academic performance during their first two years at Universitas Indonesia . To continue their studies at under the 2+2 scheme, students are required to meet a minimum GPA standard of 3.0.
In addition, several research-based courses at also have specific requirements, such as achieving a minimum score of 70 percent. These requirements will later be guided through academic advisor support.
The discussion also highlighted the importance of clear English language proficiency requirements, such as TOEFL or IELTS, which need to be aligned with similar schemes already implemented within Universitas Indonesia , particularly at the Faculty of Engineering. In this regard, the previous policy that allowed students to switch from the double degree track to the single degree track due to not meeting the required English proficiency score is no longer applied.
Administrative aspects, including visa arrangements, also became an important point of discussion. Since the academic term at generally begins in early August, students are encouraged to prepare their visa applications as early as possible. Nevertheless, some flexibility is provided for delays during the first few weeks of the semester. The visa application process can follow existing procedures, including assistance through experienced agents.
Meanwhile, the Dean of the Faculty of Science at , Prof. Jordan Nash, emphasized the importance of flexibility in course selection. “ always encourages students to take courses outside their major, such as Australian history and culture, to broaden their perspectives,” he said.
However, course selection still needs to be consulted with an academic advisor to ensure it aligns with the curriculum requirements at Universitas Indonesia.
As a follow-up, both parties will continue communication to align course mapping, particularly in the field of biostatistics. In addition, opportunities for expanding the collaboration remain widely open, not only limited to undergraduate programs, but also potentially extending to various fields such as Geology, Geography, Mathematics, Environmental Science, and even master’s degree programs.
Through this adaptive and collaborative approach, FMIPA UI and the Faculty of Science of demonstrate their shared commitment to delivering high-quality international education programs that are relevant to global needs.
