With over 17,000 small and big islands, Indonesia is known as one of the brightest education hotspots in the world. Its rich cultural diversity and learning opportunities make it a preferred study abroad destination. The largest economy in the ASEAN has a plentiful to offer to the students.
Situated on the northwest coast of Java is the capital city of Jakarta. It is the largest metropolitan area of the entire Southeast Asian region. It is also home to some of the highest-ranked universities in the world. The most prominent among them include the University of Indonesia, Trisakti University, Syarif Hidayatulah State Islamic University, etc.
What Makes Jakarta a Centre of Higher Studies?
Jakarta is the political, economic and cultural centre of Indonesia. Designated as a special capital region, it has four public universities and ten private universities. Students in Jakarta get a world-class education, top-notch research facilities, highly qualified faculty, and a cosmopolitan environment.
The University of Indonesia is the oldest and the top-ranked university in the country. Asia Globe Magazine awarded it with the best university title in 2018. Its notable alumni include several Nobel laureates, among others. Students can select from the choicest of subjects ranging from medicine, engineering, philosophy to nuclear physics, artificial intelligence etc.
Eligibility Criteria
The admission process to the universities in Indonesia can be very competitive. After selecting the course and institute, students need to apply directly to the university through their official websites. Universities then conduct entrance exams and personal interviews for selecting candidates.
The other documents required at admission include academic transcripts and passing certificates of the last attended class, statement of purpose, resume, IDs, passport, etc. International students need to prove their language proficiency in English through tests like TOEFL and IELTS etc. The Indonesian student’s visa is valid for 12 months, and the application costs around $135.