The Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Indonesia (FTUI), and the University of Strathclyde have officially signed an agreement to develop educational programs in the Department of Mechanical and Naval Engineering. The event, held on Friday (26/07), marks a significant step in strengthening academic collaboration between the two institutions and opening new opportunities for students and faculty.
The FTUI delegation consisted of Prof. Dr. Ir. Yanuar, M.Eng., M.Sc., Vice Dean for Education, Research, and Student Affairs, accompanied by Dr.-Ing. Dalhar Susanto, Manager of Cooperation, Ventures, and Alumni, and Andyka Kusuma, S.T., M.Sc., Ph.D., Secretary of the Civil Engineering Department. From the University of Strathclyde, attendees included Professor Stephen McArthur, Associate Principal and Executive Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, Professor Iraklis Lazakis from the Department of Naval Architecture, Ocean and Marine Engineering, Cameron Johnstone from the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, and Jenny Gazzard, International Development Manager.
The signed agreement covers various areas, including curriculum development, student and faculty exchanges, and joint research. “We are very excited about the opportunities that this collaboration opens up,” said Prof. Yanuar. “This collaboration will greatly benefit both institutions, especially in enhancing the quality of education and research in mechanical and naval engineering.”
Professor Stephen McArthur from the University of Strathclyde also expressed his enthusiasm. “The collaboration with FTUI will enrich our academic programs and strengthen our international relationships. We hope to create a dynamic and innovative learning environment for students from both institutions,” he said.
Following the signing, in-depth discussions were held regarding the educational programs to be jointly developed. These discussions covered various aspects, such as teaching methods, curriculum adjustments, and joint research opportunities. Dr.-Ing. Dalhar Susanto added, “The exchange of ideas and experiences in this discussion is very beneficial and opens up many opportunities for closer collaboration in the future.”
Dean of FTUI, Prof. Dr. Ir. Heri Hermansyah, S.T., M.Eng., IPU, commented on the collaboration. “The partnership between FTUI and the University of Strathclyde is a strategic step that will bring many benefits to both institutions. We hope that this collaboration can enhance the quality of education and research through the exchange of knowledge and technology, as well as expand our international network. This synergy will result in innovations that are expected to positively contribute to the development of engineering in Indonesia and the UK,” he said.
With this collaboration, it is expected that students and faculty from FTUI and the University of Strathclyde can develop their academic and professional skills through various innovative programs that are relevant to global industry needs. This signing is a significant milestone in the relationship between the two institutions and paves the way for broader collaboration in the future.
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