UNS — Head of Technical Implementation Unit (UPT) New Student Admission Selection (SPMB), Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS) Surakarta, Prof. Dr. Ir. Hadiwiyono, M.Sc., delivered material entitled ‘UNS My Dream Campus’ through the ‘UNS BISA (Discuss & Greet)’ Program. The event was held through Zoom Cloud Meeting and broadcasted directly through SPMB UNS Youtube Channel.
Prof. Hadi revealed several corroborating reasons to choose UNS as a place to pursue further study. He also hopes that this material can be useful for those looking to enter Higher Education (PT) institutions or universities. “UNS has an excellent reputation at the national to international level. Recently UNS has been included in the top 11 best Universities (PT) in the First cluster for National Level. Our campus is also accredited A (superior) by the National Accreditation Agency for Higher Education (BAN-PT) and has been designated as a Legal Entity State University (PTNBH) on October 6, 2020. UNS also managed to achieve the highest points in the National Key Performance Indicators (IKU) assessment in 2020/2021, and many others,” explained Prof. Hadi on Friday (1/4/2022).
Furthermore, Prof. Hadi mentioned that UNS has also established global cooperation with many of the world’s top universities and succeeded in establishing an outstanding National Center of Excellence in Science and Technology (PUI), namely the PUI Lithium Battery, PUI Javanology, and PUI Center for Fintech and Banking.
“The learning facilities at UNS adopted the Industry 4.0-oriented Outcome-Based Education (OBE) for its curricula. Also, the teaching and learning activities are carried out through blended learning, a combination of online-based learning and class meetings. UNS also facilitates international standard learning, proved from classroom facilities with international standards, online learning application systems such as Open CourseWare (OCW) and Online Learning System (Spada) with an integrated system,” explained Prof. Hadi
In terms of facilities and infrastructure, UNS provides an ISO 9001:2015 certified Academic services completed with a fully equipped laboratory to support research activities and practical simulation. The Main UNS Library is supported by UNS Library Automation (LA) and Digital Library. The campus also provides supporting infrastructures such as internet connection hotspots available throughout the campus area; a UNS Bookstore that provides a complete book collection written by students and academic members; and extensive health services delivered through the UNS Medical Center and the UNS Hospital. UNS also established Student Dormitories with 700 units, UNS Inn Hotels, and praying facilities for all religions recognized in Indonesia (Temple, Vihara, Kelenteng, Church, and Mosque). There are reliable transportation facilities and an independent Drinking Water Treatment System (SPAM) within the campus. This Drinking Water service is available through 50 ready-to-drink water dispenser points and 100 tap water rooms spread across majors and work units in the UNS. Not only that, but UNS also offers excellent opportunities to get scholarships, including KIP College scholarships with a minimum quota of 20% of the number of students who enter, UNS scholarships, Alumni scholarships, and SOE/Private Company scholarships.
“UNS also facilitates the preparation for UNS students’ career development. This activity is implemented through the UNS Career Development Center (CDC), which regularly conducts pre-job training, job fair, etc. In addition to CDC, UNS also established a Professional Certification Institute (LSP), which has been licensed from the National Professional Certification Agency (BNSP) as an implementing certification institution for UNS students,” added Prof. Hadi
To date, UNS has 13 Faculties, 1 Vocational School to deliver undergraduate and diploma programs with 67 Undergraduate/Bachelor Study Programs and 27 Diploma Study Programs. Furthermore, 90% of UNS Bachelor’s degree programs have been accredited by BAN-PT. UNS is also very open to accepting students with disabilities and providing a particular entrance scheme for special prospective students.
“For students who are searching for their dream campus, you must choose according to your interests. Your special interest can give extraordinary energy to you, thus, becoming your key to success. Next up is confidence. Pay attention to the Admission Competitiveness Ratio of each Study Program to increase the chances of being accepted. Also, pay attention to the official admission schedules, mechanisms, and requirements. Work as hard as you can because results never betray effort, and not forgetting spiritual preparation by praying to God. Lastly, don’t forget to ask for the blessing of both parents. Hopefully, all of you interested in entering UNS can succeed and develop themselves with UNS,” said Prof. Hadi. Humas UNS
Reporter: Lina Khoirun Nisa
Editor: Dwi Hastuti