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 the home department of the core curricuum as well as interdisciplinary degree programs. The core of Sampoerna University's American-style curriculum is the breadth of foundational courses completed during the first two years of study. Study programs within the disciplines of humanities, science, and social science will also reside in FAS, such as the new major in Psychology.

    Why Sampoerna UniversityFaculty 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.

    • 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 Faculty of Arts and Science

      Doctoral Degree in Psychology, Universitas Indonesia

      Tika Endah Lestari, M.Si.

      Head of General Education

      Master of Science in Mathematics (Research Group Statistics), Institut Teknologi Bandung

    • Academic Staff at FAS

      Dr. Ilham Prasetyo

      General Education Lecturer

      Doctoral Degree in Physics, University of Indonesia

      Lukman Baihaqi Alfakihuddin, M.Sc.

      General Education Lecturer

      Master of Environmental Resource Management, Florida Institute of Technology, USA

      Dr. Iwan Setiawan

      General Education Lecturer and Head of Centre of Research and Community Services

      Ph.D. in Chemistry, Michigan State University, USA

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

      Psychology Lecturer

      Magister of Educational Psychology, University of Indonesia

      Desyarti Safarini T.L.S., M.Si.

      Head of Center for Excellence Teaching and Learning & General Education Lecturer

      Head of Center for Excellence Teaching and Learning & General Education Lecturer

      Deshinta P.A.D. Argaswari, M.Pd.

      General Education Lecturer

      Master of Education in Mathematics Education, Universitas Sebelas Maret

      Faradillah Hariani, M.Si.

      General Education Lecturer

      Master of Science in Mathematical Modelling, University of Birmingham, UK

      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

    Psychology

    More Info

    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.

    About 25% of Psychology baccalaureate holders go to graduate school, but for those directly entering the workforce, the Psychology degree qualifies a person for many career paths

    Assistant Psychologist

    Human Resources

    Health Psychology Consultant

    Social Worker

    Entrepreneur

    • Vision
    • Mission

      Vision

      A program that creates graduates of psychology with strong theoretical and applied competencies who contribute knowledge and skills to improve society.

      Mission

    • To deliver a study program in psychology based on the highest national and international standards of education.
    • To conduct innovative research in psychology based on national and international best practices.
    • To provide community service as an application of the science of health psychology.
    Ready to Shape Your Future?

    Learn from world-class faculty, connect with a global network,
    and gain practical skills that prepare you for a successful career.

    Degree Plan

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