Universitas Negeri Jakarta

About

Universitas Negeri Jakarta (UNJ) is a prominent public university in Indonesia, renowned for its strong legacy in teacher education and educational sciences. While historically focused on pedagogy, UNJ has expanded its academic offerings, excelling in areas like Sports Science, Psychology, and Economics. For international students, UNJ offers a welcoming environment through its Office of International Affairs, which facilitates exchange programs, summer schools focusing on Indonesian language and culture, and provides support for visa processes and cultural integration. While the primary language of instruction is Indonesian, some postgraduate programs and specific courses may be offered in English, and the university actively promotes cross-cultural learning. Its distinctive characteristic lies in its deep-rooted commitment to shaping future educators and contributing to national educational development.

Background

State University of Jakarta (Indonesian: Universitas Negeri Jakarta, commonly abbreviated as UNJ) is a public university in Jakarta, Indonesia. Founded in 1964 as the Jakarta Institute of Teaching and Education (IKIP Jakarta), it was later converted into a state university by the Indonesian government in 1999. The university has four campuses in East and South Jakarta, with the main campus being located in Rawamangun. Divided into 8 faculties, the university had a graduating class of 3,906 in 2016.

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