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The Department of Biology
Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences Universitas Indonesia
S2 Biology
Academic > Master's Program > Master's Degree in Biology
General Introduction
The Master's Program in Biology at the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Indonesia, was initiated in 1993 and was officially approved by the Regulation of the Directorate General of Higher Education, Ministry of Education and Culture No. 577/DIKTI/Kep/1993. The current curriculum of the Master’s Program in Biology (MPBio) at FMIPA UI is the 2024 Curriculum (Rector’s Decree No.1690/SK/R/UI/2024). The 2024 Curriculum was developed as an advancement of the 2020 curriculum, while still adhering to the national curriculum standards established for higher education, namely the Higher Education Curriculum (KPT). Under the 2024 curriculum, master's students are required to complete a minimum of 54 credits to graduate. There are two programs/tracks available for students to choose from: the Coursework Track and the Research Track.
Vision & Mission
The Vision and Mission of UI, FMIPA, and the Biology Department underlie the preparation of the Vision and Mission, Graduate Profile, and Curriculum Structure that apply to the Biology Master's Program.
Vision
To become an excellent provider of the tridharma of higher education in the field of biodiversity, particularly in the aspects of conservation and bioprospecting, producing Master’s graduates in Biology who are capable of contributing at both national and global levels in advancing science, technology, and sustainable development.
Mission
The 2020-2025 Biology Master Study Program vision that has been set will be achieved through the following mission:
- Organizing quality education, research, and community services, especially in the aspects of conservation and bioprospecting of Indonesia's biodiversity.
- Producing Masters in biology who are able to manage and carry out research so that they can play a role at national and global levels in advancing science, technology and sustainable development.
Objective
The educational objective of the MPBio Program is to produce graduates with the following competencies:
Have academic ethics that prioritize honesty, integrity, and social responsibility
Able to explore, manage, utilize, and conserve biodiversity.
Able to conduct research independently or in teams in the fields of biodiversity and conservation, and to communicate research findings to the wider community.
Graduate Profile
The profile of a graduate of the Master’s Program in Biology includes individuals who possess up-to-date knowledge, are capable of critical thinking, uphold ethical and professional standards, and are lifelong learners. In addition, a biology master’s graduate is able to design innovative research in the field of biodiversity—particularly in the areas of conservation and bioprospecting—using multi- or interdisciplinary approaches for the advancement of science and technology that benefits society.
Graduate Learning Outcomes (CPL)
Program Learning Outcomes reflect the targeted level of academic qualifications and are equivalent to the Indonesian National Qualifications Framework (KKNI) Level 8 and the Indonesian Biology Consortium (KOBI). MPBio's PLOs are also equivalent to the applicable Subject Specific Criteria (SSC) of ASIIN (German accreditation agency) for Life Sciences and the European Qualifications Framework (EQF) Level 7.
Curriculum
The Program Learning Outcomes reflect the targeted level of academic qualification and are equivalent to Level 8 of the Indonesian National Qualifications Framework (KKNI) as stated in Permendikbud 53/2023, ASIIN Subject-Specific Competences, Level 7 of the European Qualifications Framework (EQF), and take into consideration the criteria for the post-biology cluster set by the Indonesian Biology Consortium (KOBI).
Research and Study Path
Admission to the Master's Program offers two tracks: the Research Track and the Coursework Track. Each track has a different curriculum but shares the same Graduate Profile.
Research Path
The curriculum structure of the Research Track consists of 7 (seven) compulsory courses: Literature Review 1 and 2, Research Proposal, Research Result Examination 1 and 2, Scientific Publication 1 and 2, and Thesis. The Research Track curriculum requires students to take a minimum of 54 credits.
Biology Masters Program Research Path Course
Module Distribution
Study Path
The Coursework Track curriculum requires students to complete a minimum of 54 credits (SKS), consisting of 24 credits of compulsory courses and 12 credits of elective courses. There are nine (9) compulsory courses: Integration of Science and Mathematics, Scientific Writing, Integration of Biosystematics and Biodiversity, Ecoscience, Conservation and Bioprospecting, Statistics, Scientific Dissemination, and Thesis.
Course Network for Biology Masters Program Study Paths
Module Distribution :
Elective Lectures are based on 5 (five) Research Groups (Research Groups):
Workload & Credit
The total credits are based on the workload, which includes three types of weekly activities: 1) 50 minutes of scheduled face-to-face lectures; 2) 60 minutes of structured academic activities, such as homework or assignments; and 3) 60 minutes of independent study to prepare for, explore, and review course materials. One credit (1 SKS) is equivalent to 1.81 ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System).
Curriculum Review/Revision
The MPBio curriculum is evaluated, updated, and revised every 4-5 years. This revision was carried out to ensure alignment and relevance with scientific developments, university regulations, professional associations, and job market needs.
