Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta (UMS) launched five new study programs that the Decree recently had been received from the Head of Higher Education Service Agency (LLDikti) Regional VI on Saturday (12/11) located in the Daily Advisory Board (BPH) meeting room.

On this occasion, the Rector of UMS, Prof. Dr. Sofyan Anif, M.Si expressed his thankfulness to improve 5 new departments and process the other 6 study programs for its establishment.

“We concentrate on improving Master and Doctoral programs to elevate our vision and mission’s achievements and we justify our vision, especially in the development of science and technology that have Islamic character and are transformative,” he said.

According to him, UMS is developing its scientific concern. On this occasion, it represented the development of the Master’s and Doctoral programs.

“To develop the Bachelor, Master, and Doctoral programs, we follow our (UMS) vision. Therefore, the new decrees include Master of Mathematics, Master of Informatics, Master of Nursing Science, and Doctoral programs in Pharmacy and Psychology. It is to lead the transformation,” he added.

The Rector also appreciated all parties in supporting UMS to increase the number of its departments. He also hoped to develop it based on the strategic plans that have been arranged.

“We surely have the intention to make these five study programs to strengthen the existence of UMS in wider communities, strengthen the vision and mission of UMS and keep our excellent accreditation status,” he said.

On the same occasion, Bhimo Widyo Andoko, SH, MH, the Head of LLDikti Regional VI congratulated the new establishment of five study programs according to the Ministerial Decrees in the chaotic schedule to the end of the year.

“I hope by this establishment, it can improve the quality and become the development strategies of Higher Education based on its timeline in strategic plans,” he added.

The Head of LLDikti is also ready to synergize with UMS, especially the lecturers, the promotion, and many other elements. LLDikti will provide the best partnership for Higher Education Institutions in Indonesia.

Furthermore, Bhimo Widyo also highlighted that UMS should be concerned about various competitions, especially in quality development and education. The other important thing is to synergize inter-institution in both state and private universities.

“The Development of LLDikti becomes the common purpose of Higher Education, especially the LLDikti Regional VI which has increased its quality. I hope it can adjust to the demand, competitively, “ he added.