Profile, Vision, and Mission
Profile
The Biology Study Program (Prodi) at FMIPA Untan commenced its academic activities in 2002, following the issuance of Letter Number 3494/D/T/2001 by the Director General of Higher Education, Ministry of Education and Culture, dated November 9, 2001. This letter granted permission to conduct the learning process for the undergraduate programs in Biology, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Graduates of the Biology Study Program at FMIPA are awarded the academic title of Bachelor of Science (S.Si). This title is conferred upon students who have completed all academic requirements and fulfilled their administrative and financial obligations.
In 2008, the Biology Study Program received its first accreditation from the Higher Education Accreditation Agency (BAN-PT) under Decree No. 18/BAN-PT/Ak-XI/S1/VIII/2008, which was valid for five years. Accreditation is conducted periodically every five years. Currently, the Biology Study Program holds an A rating in accordance with BAN-PT Decree No. 1129/SK/BANPT/Akred/S/IV/2018, valid until April 24, 2023. Additionally, the program has been accredited by the Independent Accreditation Agency for Natural Sciences and Formal Sciences (LAMSAMA) with a Very Good rating, based on Decree No. 040/SK/Lamsama/Akred/S/VI/2023, valid until June 5, 2028. The Biology Department comprises 21 lecturers: 8 hold doctoral degrees (S3), 13 have master’s degrees (S2), and 2 are currently pursuing doctoral studies (S3). Among the 21 civil servant lecturers, 2 hold the rank of professor, 4 are senior lecturers, 10 are lecturers, and 5 are assistant experts. To manage academic activities, the Biology Department is led by a Department Head who also serves as the Head of the Study Program, supported by a Department Secretary and two Laboratory Heads.
Vision
The vision of the Biology Study Program at the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, University of Tanjungpura, is to become a study program recognized for academic excellence in the field of tropical wetland biology, with a global orientation and adaptability to advancements in technology and information. The key terms in this vision are explained as follows:
a. Excellent.
The term “excellence” refers to the Biology Study Program’s distinctive strengths and uniqueness in delivering education, conducting biological research, and engaging in conservation activities, especially related to tropical wetlands and peatlands. Excellence also implies that graduates of the Biology Study Program are equipped to become skilled professionals in the field of biology, with a particular focus on tropical wetlands and peatlands.
b. Tropical Wetlands
Tropical wetlands are areas of land in tropical regions that are partially or completely flooded with water. These wetlands are formed by the accumulation of organic matter over extended periods.
c. Global
The term that graduates and products of the Biology Study Program must be capable of competing at both national and international levels.
d. Adaptive
The term means that the Biology Study Program possesses the capability and effectiveness to meet the standards of independence and responsibility in alignment with the advancements in science and technology, as well as the current and future social conditions of society.
Mission
- Conducting education and developing integrated biology learning processes aimed at improving quality by optimizing local cultural wisdom.
- Increasing both the quantity and quality of research in tropical wetland biology to address the needs of the community and the workforce, while also facilitating the practical application of creative and innovative research findings.
- Implementing research findings through community service to promote sustainable development.
- Establishing cooperation with users, including government institutions, private entities, research organizations, and community-based groups.