Pharmacy UGM – The Faculty of Pharmacy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) proudly announces a significant stride in international academic collaboration with the signing of a Joint Doctoral Program Agreement with the Faculty of Science at Leiden University, Netherlands. The Signing Ceremony took place on April 25, 2024, at the Leiden University Rectorate, attended by esteemed delegations from both institutions.
The UGM delegation, led by Dean Prof. Dr. Apt. Satibi, M.Si, along with the doctoral program team, joined counterparts from Leiden University, including its esteemed Rector, Prof. dr. Hester Bijl, and Dean of the Faculty of Science, Prof. dr. Jasper Knoester. Notable colleagues specializing in international affairs and legal matters from Leiden University also witnessed the signing of this collaborative agreement.
This historic collaboration is a critical step toward creating a worldwide academic environment that crosses geographic boundaries. UGM and Leiden University are committed to improving academic prospects for students from Indonesia and the Netherlands by merging resources, knowledge, and views from two prestigious universities.
Prof. Dr. Apt. Satibi expressed his optimism regarding the collaboration, stating, “This partnership opens new avenues for academic growth and innovation. By pooling our expertise and resources, we can address global challenges and contribute meaningfully to societal development.”
Prof. Dr. Hester Bijl echoed similar sentiments, emphasizing the importance of international collaboration in higher education. “The Joint Doctoral Program Agreement between UGM and Leiden University exemplifies our commitment of international partnerships for the betterment of academia and society,” she remarked.
This collaboration resonates strongly with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4 – Quality Education, and SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals. By promoting academic mobility and knowledge exchange, the partnership aligns with the United Nations’ vision for inclusive and equitable education, as well as global collaboration towards common objectives.
The Joint Doctoral Program Agreement between UGM and Leiden University underscores a mutual commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and international cooperation. Through collaborative research initiatives, exchange programs, and joint supervision of doctoral candidates, both institutions aspire to nurture a new generation of scholars equipped to address global challenges and contribute meaningfully to society.