UNS – Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS) Surakarta has officially opened graduate program admissions for the 2025/2026 academic year. This marks a significant opportunity for prospective students in both Indonesia and abroad to join UNS’s esteemed graduate programs. The university continues to offer master’s and doctoral programs across a variety of disciplines. These programs prepare graduates to address global challenges.
Admission Process and Available Programs
Applicants can complete the registration process entirely online and from anywhere in the world. This year, UNS offers more than 50 regular Master’s programs and 22 regular Doctoral programs. Additionally, UNS provides research-track options for both Master’s and Doctoral programs, focusing on innovation and high-impact research.
Commitment to Academic Excellence
Prof. Drs. Sutarno, M.Sc., Ph.D., Head of the UNS New Student Admission Selection Office (SPMB), emphasized the importance of opening graduate admissions. He explained that this initiative is part of the university’s ongoing efforts to address global challenges through research and innovation.
“We strive to be a hub for scientific development that makes a real impact on society. Our graduate programs at UNS promote collaboration, applied research, and enhance Indonesia’s human resources,” Prof. Sutarno said on Thursday (24/4/2025).
Expansion of Graduate Programs
Vice Rector for Academic and Research Affairs, Prof. Dr. Fitria Rahmawati, S.Si., M.Si., added that UNS expands graduate student intake. This change will take effect this year. Starting this year, each Master’s program can admit up to 40 students annually. Each Doctoral program will have a capacity of 20 students per year.
Online Registration and Important Dates
The online registration for the first period of 2025 graduate admissions runs from April 15 to May 2. Applicants must submit documents such as diplomas, academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a research proposal (for research-track programs). The university will hold the entrance examinations, including the TPA (Academic Potential Test) and English proficiency test, in May. It will schedule the special/skills/interview tests for May 9, and the university will announce the results on May 20.
Professional Programs Admission
In addition to Master’s and Doctoral programs, UNS is also accepting applications for professional programs. These include the Professional Engineer Program, Professional Architect Program, Sub-specialist Medical Education Program, and Specialist Medical Education Program.
For further information, visit the official UNS admissions website: https://spmb.uns.ac.id.
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