The Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Indonesia (FTUI), continues to expand its international network by exploring potential collaborations with Taylor’s University, Malaysia. The visit, which took place on June 16, 2025, opened various opportunities for cooperation in education and research, particularly in the areas of sustainable energy, waste management, and robotics.
During the visit, Prof. Kemas Ridwan Kurniawan, S.T., M.Sc., Ph.D., Dean of FTUI, was accompanied by Andyka Kusuma, S.T., M.Sc., Ph.D., Manager of Partnerships and International Education. They were welcomed by the leadership team of Taylor’s University, including Stanley Jebaretnam (Regional Director, International Student Recruitment), Annice Chong (Manager, Global Mobility & Industry Partnership), Assoc. Prof. TS. Dr. Choo Hui Leng (Programme Director, Mechanical Engineering), Izwal Mazlan (Head of Global Mobility & Industry Partnership), and Sumana Lum Lai Ping (Senior Manager – Institutional Partnerships).
“Taylor’s University has shown great interest in establishing further collaboration with FTUI, particularly in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, and chemical engineering, which are their main areas of focus. We see the potential to develop global classrooms where FTUI lecturers can teach Taylor’s students and vice versa. Naturally, this would require curriculum mapping and alignment to ensure effective implementation,” said Prof. Kemas.
The discussion also addressed strategies for attracting international students, particularly from countries such as China, which remains a promising market. Taylor recommended that FTUI and UI at large strengthen their branding efforts through diplomatic channels, such as embassies, and actively participate in international education fairs. Offering incentives, such as scholarships and English-taught programs, was also emphasised as a way to maintain the quality of international student admissions.
“We welcome the opportunity to collaborate with the Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Indonesia, especially in the development of student mobility and global classrooms. We believe that knowledge exchange between institutions will enrich the learning experience and broaden our students’ perspectives,” said Stanley Jebaretnam, Regional Director of International Student Recruitment at Taylor’s University.
This visit is expected to serve as a stepping stone toward expanding FTUI’s global connectivity and opening international opportunities for both students and faculty in support of advancing the quality of higher education in Indonesia.
Taylor’s University is a leading private higher education institution in Malaysia, with a student population of over 20,000, 30% of whom are international students from China, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Japan. During the meeting, both parties discussed opportunities for student exchange programs, the development of global classrooms through shared course modules and potential research collaborations between faculty members.
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