Faculty of Arts & Science

FAS offers interdisciplinary breadth through courses and programs modeled upon U.S. curricula

  • Overview
  • Psychology

    • Overview

    The Faculty of Arts and Science is one of Indonesia’s leading schools of arts and science recognized for the quality of its programs, originated from excellence in humanities, sciences, and social sciences. We offer a premier educational experience that reflects the educational innovation to solve today’s challenges, making our graduates the most competitive in Indonesia.

    Why Sampoerna University Faculty of Arts & Science?

    Interdisciplinary Studies Build Critical Thinking Skills!

    The U.S. model of higher education emphasizes a broad base of interdisciplinary coursework, plus the skills to connect the disciplines for advanced study and real-world application. The core curriculum includes humanities, communication, mathematics, science, and social science which are relevant to any major, and build skills in critical thinking, problem solving, and creativity.

    Learn more about the core curriculum →

    • Relevant Academic Programs

    • Curriculum that Meets International Standards

    • Instruction by Expert Faculty

    • Technology-Enhanced Teaching and Learning

    • Small Class Sizes

    • English as the Language of Instruction

    • FAS offers an educational portfolio that focuses on delivering academic programs that align with the nation's demand for highly-trained individuals to fill high-demand jobs in the various sectors of business management, human resources, social services and academia.. Programs in FAS ensure that our graduates are well-positioned to compete for jobs in Indonesia and abroad.
    • The FAS curriculum has been co-developed to meet the national requirements (for the S1-Sarjana) as well as American baccalaureate standards. General Education courses and FAS program credits are accepted for transfer by most universities in the U.S. Dual degree programs are also available within Indonesia at SU.
    • All lecturers in FAS hold graduate degrees, well above the national qualifications average at universities. Many of our faculty also have international credentials and experience, providing them with unique, international perspectives that enrich the learning experience for our students.
    • All lecturers in FAS hold graduate degrees, well above the national qualifications average at universities. Many of our faculty also have international credentials and experience, providing them with unique, international perspectives that enrich the learning experience for our students.
    • Each class is limited to 30 students. This gives every student the opportunity to be engaged in a more effective learning manner as she/he can have more interactions with classmates and with the lecturer. Small class sizes also provide a supportive environment for the realization of student-centered learning approaches that promote critical and creative thinking.
    • In all FAS programs, the language of instruction is English to prepare students for advanced study abroad and for multinational careers.
    • Leaders
    • Lecturers
    • Academic Staff at FAS

      Dr. Ade Iva Murty, M.Si.

      Dean of FAS

      Doctor of Social Psychology, Universitas Indonesia, Certified Trainer for Maternal and Neonatal Health

      Andi Tri Supratno Musrah, Ph.D

      Head of Psychology

      Doctor of Clinical Neuropsychology, University of Sydney

      Tika Endah Lestari, M.Si.

      Head of General Education

      Magister in Mathematics and Statistics, Bandung Institute of Technology

      Iwan Setiawan, Ph.D

      Head of Centre of Research and Community Services

      Doctor of Philosophy in Analytical Chemistry, Michigan State University

      Dr. Desyarti Safarini TLS, S.Pd, M.Si

      Head of CETL

      Doctor in Mathematics Education, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia

    • Academic Staff at FAS

      Dr. Ilham Prasetyo

      General Education Lecturer

      Doctor in Physics, Universitas Indonesia

      Muhammad Lukman Baihaqi Alfakihuddin, M.Sc

      General Education Lecturer

      Master of Science in Environmental Resource Management, Florida Institute of Technology

      Deshinta Puspa Ayu Dwi Argaswari, M.Pd

      General Education Lecturer

      Magister in Mathematics Education, Universitas Sebelas Maret

      Faradillah Haryani, M.Sc

      General Education Lecturer

      Master of Science in Mathematical Modelling, University of Birmingham

      Caesilia Ika Widanti, S.Psi., M.Psi

      Psychology Lecturer

      Magister of Educational Psychology, University of Indonesia

      Siti Shaliha, M.Psi.T.

      Psychology Lecturer

      Magister of Applied Psychology, Universitas Indonesia

      Kharisa Hasna Utami, M.Sc.

      Psychology Lecturer

      Master's Degree in Neuroscience and Education, University of Bristol

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    Psychology

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    Explore the complex world of the mind and brain!

    Overview

    The Psychology major at Sampoerna University gives students the opportunity to explore the complex world of the mind and brain—how the mind and brain evolve from infancy to old age, the environmental influences that shape our behavior, and the impact of brain disorders such as autism and Alzheimer’s disease.

    You will gain new insights in areas of cognitive science and cognitive neuroscience, including performance, sensation, perception, language, thinking, decision making, and judgment.

      Psychology Competencies
    • Solve problems based on the development of science, information, and communication technology related to the field of psychology.
    • Carry out psychological assessments by the principles of assessment and psycho- diagnostics as well as the Psychological Code of Ethics.
    • Design, implement, and evaluate a program for problem-solving based on the principles of non-clinical psychology interventions.
    • Conduct research, with quantitative and qualitative methodology, and utilizes research result for the wellbeing of individuals, community, organizations, and society.
    • Work in a team and cooperate constructively to achieve organizational goals.
    • Recommend strategies for improving mental health for individuals, community, organizations, and society, and for recovering from physiological illness and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
    • Create a psychological framework to better manage organizations.