Faculty of Arts & Science

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

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  • 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.

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    • 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.
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    Psychology

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    Explore the complex world of the mind and brain!

    Advancing Psychology for a Healthy Indonesia

    Overview

    Sampoerna University - Psychology Study Program is committed to cultivating a deep understanding of human behaviour, mental health, and social dynamics to support the development of a healthy and flourishing Indonesian society. Rooted in the principles of health psychology, the program equips students with the knowledge and skills to explore how psychological factors influence physical health, emotional resilience, and community well-being. By integrating research, practice, and community engagement, the program empowers future psychologists to become agents of change—supporting Indonesia’s progress toward a more resilient, inclusive, and mentally healthy society.

    • Vision
    • Mission

      Scientific Vision

      In 2027, it will become a study program that creates graduates of psychology with competency in Health Psychology, who could contribute knowledge and skills to national and international 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.
      Psychology Competencies
    • Solve human and organizational problems utilizing science and technology related to the field of psychology.
    • Carry out psychological assessments and diagnostics in compliance with 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 using quantitative and qualitative methods, applying research results for the wellbeing of individuals, communities, 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.

    Graduates in Psychology can:
    • Administer and analyze psychological tests, conduct observations and interviews.
    • Perform needs analyses for organizations and develop human resources programs to promote learning and self-development.
    • Have the knowledge, skills, and work ethic to promote psychological health to individuals, community, organization, and society.
    • Conduct teaching and lifelong learning in the field of Psychology and related discipline, including research and community service.
    • Use psychological principles to build and manage organizational culture.
    Program Learning Outcomes
    • Able to solve problems based on the development of science, information, and communication technology related to the field of psychology (PLO 1).
    • Able to carry out psychological assessments by the principles of assessment and psycho-diagnostics as well as the Psychological Code of Ethics (PLO 2).
    • Able to design, implement, and evaluate a program for problem-solving based on the principles of non-clinical psychology interventions (PLO 3).
    • Able to conduct research, with quantitative and qualitative methodology, and utilizes research result for the wellbeing of individuals, community, organizations, and society (PLO 4).
    • Able to work in a team and cooperate constructively in achieving organizational goals (PLO 5).
    • Able to give recommendations for motivating mental health for individuals, community, organizations, and society, as part of strategies for recovery from physiological illness and a healthy lifestyle (PLO 6).
    • Able to run an independent business in any field, with the help from psychological framework of thinking for managing business operations (PLO 7).
    Graduate Profiles
    • Professionalism
    • Competence
    • Ethics & Responsibility
    • Oriented towards Problem Solving
    Career Paths

    With a Psychology degree from Sampoerna University, graduates can pursue careers as:

    Psychologist Assistant

    Social Worker

    School Counselor

    Human Resources Specialist

    Marketing Specialist

    Behavioral Researcher

    Organizational Consultant

    Career Pathways