University of Indonesia
University of Indonesia
The University of Indonesia, (UI) is one of the oldest state universities in Indonesia, and has two main campuses in Jakarta and Depok.
Academic Highlights
Being one of Indonesia's most popular universities, UI has more than 49,000 students and more than 4,500 lecturers teaching in 14 faculties.
Location
The Depok campus is situated on 312 hectares of greenery, with over 75 hectares dedicated to beautiful forest.
Did you know?
Indonesia is the world’s largest country comprised solely of islands. It is composed of 17,508 islands, some 6,000 of which are inhabited.
Language of Instruction | English (limited in some areas), Indonesian | |||
Program Duration | 1 semester, 2 semesters | |||
Academic Level | Undergraduate, Postgraduate | |||
Minimum Result Required | 3.0 GPA | |||
Previous Round Cut-off (WAM % or GPA) | 3.0 GPA | |||
Anticipated Places in Semester 2, 2027 | 3-5 places | |||
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Eligible Monash Campus | Monash Australia, Monash Malaysia | |||
Agreement Scope | All Faculties | |||
Handbook/Catalogue
Universitas Indonesia's course catalogue by degree (one unit at UI is usually worth 3 credits).
Academic Restrictions
Units from Medicine, Nursing and Pharmacy are not open to exchange students.
Language requirements
Units are taught in English and Indonesian.
The following subject areas offer courses taught in English:
- Economics
- Engineering
- Computer Science
- Communication
- Law
- Management
- Political Science
Full-time Credit Load Equivalents
Semester | |
|---|---|
Min. 18 Monash points | Max. 24 Monash points |
9 credits | 12 credits |
Year | |
|---|---|
Min. 36 Monash points | Max. 48 Monash points |
18 credits | 24 credits |
Academic Calendar
UI ‘Spring’ or ‘Even’ semester (Monash Semester 1): late January to late May
UI ‘Fall’ or ‘Odd’ semester (Monash Semester 2): mid-August to late December
See UI's academic calendar here.
Accounting | Anthropology | Biological sciences | Chemistry |
Chinese languages & culture studies | Communications and media studies | Criminology | Economics |
Engineering | Engineering - chemical | Engineering - civil | Engineering - electrical and computer systems |
Engineering - materials science | Engineering - mechanical and aerospace | English as an international language | French languages & culture studies |
German languages & culture studies | History | Indigenous studies | Indonesian languages & culture studies |
Information technology | Japanese languages & culture studies | Korean languages & culture studies | Law |
Linguistics | Literary studies | Management | Mathematical sciences |
Philosophy | Physics and astronomy | Politics and international relations | Psychological sciences |
Science | Sociology |
Note
- The listed disciplines are not necessarily exhaustive and other fields of study might also be available at the institution.
- Approval to study particular subjects at any institution is always at the discretion of the departmental/discipline and faculty advisers in your managing faculty(ies) and subject to available places at the host.
Accommodation
University accommodation is available but cannot be guaranteed. The International Office will assist you in finding off-campus accommodation if required.
UI also offers advice on accommodation.
Visas
All exchange students must apply for a “limited stay” visa once they have been accepted for exchange and issued their study permit. Monash Abroad can only provide general information - always check with the relevant consular/Embassy and consider advice that is right for you.
For more information on visas, please refer to the Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia here.
UI also provide some advice on visa and immigration information.
Health and insurance
UI has a health centre on campus which provides free health services for all UI students. More information here.
When travelling on a Monash Abroad approved program, you are automatically covered under the Monash University Student Travel Insurance policy. This will provide cover to and from your exchange.
Orientation and extra-curricular
Find out more about here UI's student experience here. UI will send nominated students more information about the orientation sessions.
Cost of living
Universitas Indonesia provides some advice on living in Indonesia, including a section on cost of living.
Funding
If you are studying the Indonesian language, you may be able to apply for the Walter Mangold Study Abroad Scholarship. Funding is also available through the Australian Government's New Colombo Plan Scholarship.
For information about funding available to support study on exchange overseas, see the Financial Information page on the Monash Abroad website.
To begin your application and study plan, click the button below.
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