This page presents feedback from EDoM (Evaluation of Lecturers by Students), findings from Internal Quality Audits (AMI), and student reports or suggestions. The information reflects the study program’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and continuous quality improvement.
EDoM (Evaluation of Lecturers by Students)
Service Evaluation
| Report | Feedback/Follow-up | Photographic Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Many students expressed concerns about the adequacy of laboratory facilities. | In response, a new computer room has been provided to support students, particularly for conducting bioinformatics-related research and data analysis. |  |
| Some students raised concerns about the inconvenience of prayer facilities being located far from the main building. | In response, a new prayer room (mushola) has been established within the building to provide more convenient access for students and staff. |  |
| Students reported that the co-working space was overcrowded, primarily due to the large number of Master’s students, making it less conducive for study and research. | To address this issue, separate co-working spaces have been provided for Master’s (S2) and Doctoral (S3) students. The co-working space for S3 students is equipped with a soundproof study area to ensure a quiet and comfortable learning environment. |  |
AMI Finding
| Year | AMI Finding | Follow-up Action |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | The study period still exceeds the duration designed in the curriculum, resulting in a relatively low number of students graduating on time. One contributing factor is the limited capacity of research equipment, which does not fully meet student needs. | The Doctoral Program in Biotechnology requires extended research time due to multiple factors (organisms, equipment, chemical materials, and other research components). To address this, the program will explore and implement the possibility of introducing a research student phase as a preparatory stage before entering the doctoral program. This will allow the official study period to be calculated after students have completed their comprehensive examination stage. |
| The target for integrating community service (PKM) activities into learning (at least 4 courses) has not been properly documented, although implementation has taken place. Monitoring and evaluation of follow-up actions have not been carried out regularly. | Revision of the lesson plans (RPS) for courses related to PKM, such as One Health, will be conducted promptly, along with the establishment of procedures for monitoring and evaluating the follow-up of PKM activities. | |
| The lack of laboratory research equipment affects the timely graduation of students. Laboratory equipment that has been requested has not yet been provided/realized. In addition to procuring research equipment at the study center/program level, standardization of laboratory usage systems and fees across all UGM research units is also needed. | Discussions on the availability of research equipment to support academic and student research have been held and followed up. A request for new equipment has been submitted to the University. Regarding usage fees, the Research Center for Biotechnology has implemented a special fee policy for Biotechnology Program students who utilize its laboratory facilities. | |
| 2025 | Laboratory facilities should be further enhanced to better support student research and facilitate learning in emerging fields of biotechnology and bioinformatics. | Several laboratory facilities within the Biotechnology Study Program have been upgraded. In addition, the Graduate School has provided a computer laboratory that is accessible to students for academic and research purposes. |
| The curriculum should be regularly updated to incorporate feedback from graduate stakeholders and reflect recent developments in biotechnology. | A curriculum review workshop was conducted on 28 November 2024 in a hybrid (online and offline) format, involving faculty members, students, alumni, and graduate stakeholders. The workshop resulted in the development of a revised curriculum aligned with the latest advancements in biotechnology. | |
| The Study Program should facilitate administrative procedures for students requiring access to laboratories outside the program, thereby supporting more efficient research activities. | The Biotechnology Study Program has established a laboratory access request mechanism through which students may submit permission requests to the Head of the Study Program for approval. | |
| The Study Program is encouraged to strengthen collaborations with internationally recognized universities to provide greater opportunities for students and faculty in learning, research, and academic exchange. International partnerships may also support student and staff exchange programs as well as joint supervision, thereby enhancing the quality of education and research. | The Biotechnology Study Program successfully secured funding under the Trans National Education (TNE) initiative with Dundee University for implementation in 2025, strengthening international collaboration in education and research. |