Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta

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Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) is a prominent public university in Indonesia, highly regarded for its strong legacy in education and teacher training, evolving from a renowned teacher training institute. It excels particularly in pedagogical studies, sports science, and vocational education, offering a diverse range of programs across its faculties. For international students, UNY provides a welcoming environment with dedicated support through its International Office, facilitating various exchange programs, summer schools, and offering an increasing number of English-taught courses, especially at the postgraduate level. The university is known for its cultural immersion opportunities and a strong focus on community engagement. A distinctive characteristic is its deep-rooted commitment to developing high-quality educators and contributing to national human resource development.

Background

Yogyakarta State University (or State University of Yogyakarta; Indonesian: Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta, abbreviated as UNY) is a public state university established in Special Region of Yogyakarta, Indonesia in 1964. The university's main campus is located in Sleman Regency. UNY was previously part of a faculty at Gadjah Mada University which eventually formed a separate institution called the Yogyakarta Teacher Training and Education Institute (IKIP Yogyakarta). UNY has also been considered one of the best teacher educational institutions in Indonesia, along with the Indonesian University of Education and the State University of Malang.

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