FMIPA UGM Holds Meeting with Da-Yeh University to Discuss Industry–Academia Collaboration and Sustainable Partnerships

The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA), Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), held a meeting with Da-Yeh University on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. The meeting was attended by members of the FMIPA UGM leadership, department heads, and department secretaries, as well as representatives from Da-Yeh University.

The meeting began with a discussion of the background of the collaboration between FMIPA UGM and Da-Yeh University. Since 2024, FMIPA UGM has sent several students to participate in the program. This collaboration aims to develop highly skilled talent and foster innovation.

The main focus of the discussion was the INTENSE Program, an industry–academia collaboration initiative organized by the Taiwanese government. The INTENSE Program offers two study pathways. The first is a dual-degree program, consisting of two years of study at FMIPA UGM followed by two years at Da-Yeh University. The second pathway consists of three years of study at FMIPA UGM, one year at Da-Yeh University, and one year of internship.

Representatives from Da-Yeh University expressed their hope that the existing program could continue in the long term and remain sustainable, particularly in terms of industry collaboration.

The meeting between FMIPA UGM and Da-Yeh University reflects FMIPA UGM’s commitment to supporting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 4 (Quality Education), Goal 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), and Goal 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). Through international collaborations, FMIPA UGM continues to support and develop the potential of outstanding talent to contribute to Indonesia’s future.

Writer: Sekar Melati Putri Pratiwi