Universitas Kristen Krida Wacana

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Universitas Kristen Krida Wacana (UKRIDA) is a private Christian university in Jakarta, Indonesia, renowned for its strong academic foundation, particularly in the health sciences. It is best known for its Faculty of Medicine and Faculty of Dentistry, which have a long-standing reputation for producing skilled professionals. For international students, UKRIDA's International Office actively facilitates exchange programs and offers Indonesian Language and Culture courses to help with integration. While most core programs are taught in Indonesian, the university is expanding its international collaborations and support services, making it a welcoming environment for those interested in a culturally immersive experience. A distinctive characteristic is its commitment to integrating Christian values into its holistic educational approach across all disciplines.

Background

The Krida Wacana Christian University (Indonesian: Universitas Kristen Krida Wacana), abbreviated as UKRIDA, is a private university in Jakarta, Indonesia. It was founded on January 20, 1967, as Universitas Kristen Djaja. UKRIDA was founded in 1967 under the GKI Synod of West Java. UKRIDA has three campuses and two teaching hospitals, with 5 faculties and 14 study programs, of which two study programs are new study programs, namely Applied Bachelor Optometry (the first and only one in Indonesia) & Diploma (D3) Nursing . Not only that, currently UKRIDA is also developing the concentration of Biomedical Engineering in the Electrical Engineering study program. All study programs have been accredited by BAN-PT. Ukrida also equips its students with soft skills programs to be ready to enter the career world.

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