The rapid development of information technology (IT) in recent decades has played an integral role in connecting the various islands of Indonesia. Thanks to improvements in wireless broadband services, more rural regions and smaller islands are better equipped to integrate themselves into the wider Indonesian society, creating a united and vibrant nation.
In 2023, the Indonesian Ministry of Communication and Informatics set its sights on improving local digital infrastructure and technology through three main areas: completing upstream infrastructure development, a national data centre and the Telecommunications Equipment Testing Centre.
To this end, the Indonesian government has expressed interest in international collaboration in its efforts to bolster digital innovation and advancement. It is for this reason that Indonesian IT businesses are constantly on the lookout for graduates with global experience, serving as a bridge between Indonesia and the global IT industry.
Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) is a great institution for international students to hone their information technology skills while also gaining a globally recognised education that will enable them to provide innovative IT solutions to workplaces across the globe.
Additionally, Indonesians in particular have an easier pathway towards obtaining a foreign IT degree and the necessary expertise to set their future careers for success. Here are some of the benefits you can expect to gain by studying Information Technology with UTP:
Thrive in a global education hub
Since its establishment in 1997, UTP’s Department of Computer and Information Sciences has reached the top 200 in the QS University World Rankings for Computer Science and Information Systems 2023. With a robust network of both academic and support staff backed up by well-equipped computer labs, students have access to a plethora of quality education resources to master IT.
UTP’s broad focus encourages research in these different domains with funding coming from internal funds as well as from industrial and government agencies. As a student at UTP, you’ll get many opportunities to apply your IT skills in diverse fields such as engineering, business and the social sciences.
An accessible degree pathway for Indonesians
UTP has partnered with the Institut Teknologi Sepulih Nopember (ITS), located in Surabaya, Indonesia, to offer dual degree programmes for various degrees that include the Bachelor of Information Technology with Honours. Enrolled students are awarded both a local and international qualification upon graduation, and are given the opportunity to study at the UTP campus via credit transfer.
Upon completion of the first 2.5 years of study at ITS, students become eligible for transfer to continue the remaining two years of study at UTP, inclusive of a desirable internship. This provides Indonesian students with an excellent opportunity to gain Malaysian internship experience and improve their employment prospects on a global scale.
An international community
By studying in Malaysia, you will have a chance to experience a unique culture borne from the country’s diverse multicultural community. Malaysians are fluent in English and it is used frequently as a great communication tool between ethnicities – providing an opportunity to hone your own proficiency in the language.
Being able to communicate in English is an important tool for international graduates, as it opens the door to many career opportunities whether they choose to work overseas or return home.
Furthermore, international students enrolled at UTP become a part of a community of over 900 international students from countries such as Pakistan, Sudan, Cambodia, Chad and Iraq. With over 400 local and international companies as industrial partners, students will find a plethora of opportunities to help broaden their horizons and broaden their worldviews through the mutual exchange of ideas and viewpoints.
The right place to learn and grow
Ever since its founding in 1997, UTP has always been committed to helping students across the globe achieve their potential and grow into well-rounded people with the ability to become leaders of the future. Here, you’ll not only learn the knowledge required to excel in your career, but you’ll also gain the soft skills that will help you develop as a person.
With UTP’s wide network of collaborating companies in many industries, you’ll be able to bring the skills you’ve learnt to companies across the globe, joining the next generation of IT professionals who will be at the forefront of an ever-advancing world.
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