Yogyakarta, May 9, 2024 – Fakultas Biologi Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) proudly announces the launch of the Biodiversity Curator Program, a groundbreaking initiative in the field of biodiversity conservation and management. Spearheaded by Prof. Dr. Budi Setiadi Daryono, M.Agr.Sc., Dean of the Faculty of Biology, this program marks a significant milestone as the first of its kind in Indonesia and Asia, and only the second globally after Cambridge University in the UK.
The Biodiversity Curator Program is designed to address the growing demand for professionals specialized in biodiversity conservation and curation, in alignment with the national and global conservation efforts. Prof. Budi Setiadi Daryono emphasized the program’s importance, stating, “This initiative is a testament to our commitment to nurturing future leaders in biodiversity conservation and management.”
Applications for the program are now open through the regular admissions process via UM UGM. Additionally, starting from 2025, a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) program will be introduced for individuals with a minimum of five years of work experience in the field of Biology/Biodiversity. This strategic move aims to accommodate professionals seeking to further their expertise in biodiversity conservation.
The establishment of the Biodiversity Curator Program is highly relevant in light of the recent Ministerial Decree PAN-RB No.173/2024, which underscores the crucial role of Biodiversity Curators (Kehati) in serving the needs of the government, state, and society.
Applications are invited from graduates holding Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degrees in relevant fields. With a limited capacity of 30 seats, prospective students are encouraged to apply early to secure their spot in this prestigious program.
For more information and to apply, please visit www.um.ugm.ac.id, follow us on Instagram at @biologi_ugm, or contact us via email at profesi.biologi@ugm.ac.id or WhatsApp at 085293361866.
Join us in shaping the future of biodiversity conservation through excellence in education and research at Fakultas Biologi UGM.
Join us in shaping the future of biodiversity conservation through excellence in education and research at Fakultas Biologi UGM.