Center for International Language Development - UNISSULA
DARMASISWA is a one-year non-degree scholarship program offered by the Indonesian government to all non-Indonesian citizens from countries which Indonesia has diplomatic relations to study Indonesian language, arts, music, crafts and other specific subjects at 68 Indonesian Higher Institutions selected in various cities in Indonesia.
This program is organized by the Ministry of Education and Culture, Research, and Technology in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The DARMASISWA program was started in 1974 as part of ASEAN initiative. In 1976 this program was extended to include students from other countries such as Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Japan, USA, and many more. Until to date, the number of participating countries is more than 135 countries.
The main object of the DARMASISWA program is to increase and cultivate interest in Indonesian language and culture among citizens from other countries, providing stronger cultural bonds between nations.
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Established in 1962 at the heart of Central Java, Sultan Agung Islamic University (UNISSULA) is one of the oldest Islamic private universities in Indonesia and the leading private university in Central Java. UNISSULA aims to provide highest quality of research and education services based on the universal value of Islam.
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Students will attend intensive Indonesian language courses (listening, speaking, reading, writing). You can also participate in student clubs like wall climbing, pencak silat, and Rebana Club, as well as excursion trips around historic Semarang.
Indonesian language, art, and cultural study program.
Monthly stipend provided during the program.
Support for academic materials and textbooks.
Initial settlement setup support upon arrival.
Full assistance for stay permit & visa arrangements.
Accommodation and transport during orientation.
"I love being here at UNISSULA to study Indonesian language. I found a lot of new things that I have never seen in my country."
"Learning Indonesian language is quite difficult yet I like it. There are many cultures which are different from my country, making it very interesting to learn."
"I teach Arabic for foreigners. I want to learn Indonesian language to communicate better with Southeast Asian students. UNISSULA provides great learning experience!"
"My expectations were met! Effective teaching methods, excellent learning materials, and very helpful instructors."
"Indonesia is totally different from Brazil. Joining Darmasiswa at UNISSULA was the biggest challenge and most enriching experience of my life!"
"Indonesia is one of the countries I've always wanted to visit. Lovely people everywhere. Saya cinta Indonesia!"
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"It was a very good course and we enjoyed it very much. I would like to thank the organizers of this course, especially the Sultan Agung Islamic University. I am very happy to be able to take a course related to the Indonesian language and Indonesian culture which is extraordinary, taking 16 classes to get to know about the Indonesian people and their language."
"The program was fun because we were able to meet new peers from within and outside our country of origin. We learned a lot about Indonesia as a whole."
"My expectations were met. In terms of teaching, I can say that they are effective because I have learned a lot. The materials were very helpful and detailed."
"In general the course was very good and fun"
"I'm really happy I had an opportunity to take part in this program. My Indonesian improved!"
"This is a great program to learn basic Indonesian and about the country. I can't wholeheartedly recommend this for complete beginners!"
Gedung Ibnu Sina lt. 1 Kampus UNISSULA
Jl. Raya Kaligawe Km. 04
Semarang, Jawa Tengah, 50112
Senin - Kamis (09.00 - 14.00 WIB)