Yogyakarta, August 25, 2025 – The Faculty of Biology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), held a collaborative discussion with the Faculty of Science, The University of Melbourne, on Monday, August 25, 2025, at the KPTU Meeting Room, Faculty of Biology UGM. The meeting focused on strengthening academic collaboration through the establishment of dual degree programs at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
From the Faculty of Biology UGM, the discussion was attended by the Dean, Prof. Dr. Budi Setiadi Daryono, S.Si., M.Sc.; Vice Dean for Research, Community Service, Collaboration, and Alumni, Dr. Eko Agus Suyono, M.App.Sc.; Head of Undergraduate Program, Sukirno, S.Si., M.Sc., Ph.D.; Head of the International Affairs Office, Dr. Nur Indah Septriani, S.Si., M.Sc.; Secretary of the International Affairs Office, Dr. Matin Nuhamunada, S.Si., M.Sc.; as well as staff members from the Research, Community Service, Collaboration, and Alumni Unit: Dhimas Willy Saputro, S.I.P., Annisa Mawarni, S.Si., and Anysah Nur Fauziyah, S.Si.
Representing the Faculty of Science, The University of Melbourne, were Professor Willa Huston, Associate Dean for Global Engagement; Holly Wright, Recruitment Officer; and Riyantisa Fikautsara, Chief Communications Officer of The University of Melbourne in Indonesia.
The discussion centered on the Indonesia Partnership Proposal, which outlines several dual degree schemes, including:
- Bachelor of Science Advanced (Honours) 2+2 Dual Degree
- Master of Agricultural Sciences 1+1 Dual Degree
- Master of Food Science 1+1 Dual Degree
- Master of Biotechnology 1+1 Dual Degree
Both parties welcomed the collaboration and agreed to develop a matching curriculum to align academic standards and ensure the smooth implementation of the programs.
This collaboration marks a significant step for the Faculty of Biology UGM in strengthening its international network with one of the world’s leading universities.
About The University of Melbourne
Located in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, The University of Melbourne is ranked #19 globally and #1 in Australia in the QS World University Rankings 2026. Its Faculty of Science comprises the School of Agriculture, Food and Ecosystem Sciences; School of BioSciences; School of Chemistry; School of Geography, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences; School of Mathematics and Statistics; School of Physics; and the Melbourne Veterinary School, offering 43 research areas and 50 study programs. For more than 120 years, the faculty has been a pioneer in scientific discovery and analysis, building strategic partnerships with industry and government.
Dean of the Faculty of Biology UGM, Prof. Dr. Budi Setiadi Daryono, S.Si., M.Sc., emphasized, “This collaboration is a milestone in the internationalization journey of the Faculty of Biology UGM. Through partnership with a world-ranked institution like The University of Melbourne, we hope to open greater opportunities for students and researchers to contribute in addressing global challenges in biology.”
This partnership also aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). Thus, the collaboration not only strengthens the academic reputation of both institutions but is also expected to nurture a new generation of young scientists ready to face the complexities of scientific advancement and sustainable development in the future.