Multidisciplinary Creative Works Showcase Global Perspectives with National Identity

International experience does not necessarily require studying abroad. This was evident at the UIC Creative Showcase 2026, themed ‘The Great Britain Festival in Indonesia’, organised by UIC College under the USG Education Group.

Held at the USG Education BSD Campus, 250 students from six study programmes presented creative works and multidisciplinary projects that merged global perspectives with Indonesian identity. Rather than merely using British culture as a global reference, students reinterpreted it through a local lens relevant to the Indonesian youth generation, resulting in works that feel distinctly Indonesian yet speak a global language.

The event was attended by representatives from the British Council, Pearson UK, and academics from Manchester Metropolitan University, UWE Bristol, Northumbria University, and Ravensbourne University London. Students presented their work directly to international academics and professionals as a simulation of real-world industry experience.

Notable works included an installation from the Arts and Design programme by Jessica Clare Hartono, Gabriela Ixchel Bain, and Edghina Evania Clearesta, which explored the intersection of Indonesian and English literature. In the Fashion Design programme, students presented collections blending British cultural inspiration with the visual character of Indonesian youth, while Graphic Design students developed creative campaigns highlighting the link between global culture and local perspectives.

In the field of technology, Computing students developed various digital projects ranging from web design and interactive media to the Internet of Things (IoT). Meanwhile, Business students were challenged to design business concepts with the potential to penetrate the British market. This led to unique ideas such as ‘Padang2Go’ and ‘Tempehtation’, which aim to introduce Indonesian culinary delights to the international market.

Camelia Harahap, Head of Creative Economy Southeast Asia at the British Council, and Janice Phung, Pearson APAC Regional Manager, provided feedback alongside British university academics. Ni Luh Komang Aimee Sukintana, Director of Marketing & Student Experience at USG Education, stated that such experiences are vital in shaping students’ global readiness from an early age.