Singaraja- Ganesha University of Education (Undiksha) continues to make breakthroughs for study programs. Apart from boosting accreditation, it is also planned to increase the grade of the D-3 Study Program to D-4. The curriculum is also being prepared through the Learning Development and Quality Assurance Institute (LPPPM). Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, Prof. Dr. Ida Bagus Putu Arnyana, M.Si said that, Friday (22/2/2019).
The former Dean of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) said that the desire to increase the grade from D-3 to D-4 has been around for a long time. This has been confirmed again and the curriculum has been discussed with the team. According to the plan, there are nine study programs included as targets, namely Midwifery, Diploma-3 English, Accounting, Chemical Analysis, Maritime Aquaculture, Information Management, Electronics Engineering, Visual Communication Design, and Hospitality. All of them have been accredited by B. “There is also a request from the Ministry of Research, Technology and Higher Education that D-3 which is at least accredited B, can be upgraded to an applied bachelor’s degree (D-4). Of course, this is a tit-for-tat response to our wishes. This study program remains vocational. applied bachelor’s degree,” he said.
It cannot be denied that the emergence of this desire also reflects the needs of society. Previously, this university with eight faculties had increased the grade of a number of study programs from D-3 to S-1. Such as Accounting, Information Management, and Aquaculture. “This looks at future needs. “Many want there to be a D-4,” he said.
It was further stated that in Permenristekdikti Number 54 of 2018, it was stated that students who initially chose to take D-4, but were able to complete three years, would not drop out. However, his graduation was given a D-3 level. Likewise, if you can only participate for two years, you will be given a D-2. Except for the midwifery study program, which has standard rules, you still have to be D-3 or D-4. “This is the good thing. Outside of Midwifery, it is flexible. That’s why there are three curricula prepared. There are for D-2, D-3 and D-4. Layered curriculum. “Internships will also run in semesters II, IV, VI, and VIII,” said this academic from Kemenuh Village, Gianyar Regency.
Curriculum discussions are currently underway. It is targeted to be completed and submitted to the center no later than February 28, 2019. It also stipulates that education must provide knowledge of information technology and English as weapons to face the Industrial Revolution 4.0. “The curriculum has been prepared. “This new school year can start,” he said. The implementation of this policy, he continued, must be accompanied by improving the quality of teaching staff. There must be a balance between theory and practice. Supporting facilities, such as laboratories, must also receive attention, including that graduates must receive competency certificates from the Professional Certification Institute (LSP). “Teaching staff no longer only know theory but must understand practice because graduates must be ready to work. “Undiksha is also preparing the LSP,” he added. (hms)
