UAD Welcomes 4,940 New Students Through Campus Introduction Programme
Ahmad Dahlan University (UAD) has welcomed 4,94able0 new students from various regions across Indonesia and abroad for the 2026/2027 academic year. The welcoming of these new students was conducted through the Campus Introduction Programme (P2K), which serves as the initial gateway for students to familiarise themselves with the academic environment and student life at UAD.
UAD Rector, Prof. Muchlas, stated that P2K is a momentum for new students to understand university learning patterns, student activities, and various programmes designed to develop leadership and soft skills. Following P2K, students will also participate in the Masa Ta’aruf (Masta) period and other activities.
“On behalf of the leadership of Ahmad Dahlan University, I say welcome. Welcome to the Dahlan Muda campus, Ahmad Dahlan University, to undertake your studies and education for approximately 3.5 to 4 years,” said Muchlas during his opening remarks at the P2K launch held at the Jogja Expo Center, Yogyakarta, on Tuesday (15/9/2026).
Muchlas advised new students to participate in the entire orientation series seriously, without neglecting their health. He also noted that P2K is an opportunity for students to explore their interests and talents through various activities aligned with their passions.
“There are many student organisations that you can join, which will later support the formation of our personality and character through various student activities,” he added.
Meanwhile, the Vice Rector for Student Affairs and Alumni, Dr Gatot Sugihards, reported that the number of new students admitted this year reached 4,940. However, not all new students participate in the P2K simultaneously.
Over approximately one week, new students will be introduced to the general UAD environment. Subsequently, they will learn about their respective faculties, study programmes, and available student organisations. Gatot noted that UAD currently comprises 11 faculties and 60 study programmes. In addition to academic activities, students can enhance their experience and skills through 122 student organisations.
“This campus is a training ground for our new students. While you are here, please explore your abilities through positive activities,” said Gatot.
Gatot expressed his hope that new students would join at least one student organisation to hone their leadership skills and gain learning experiences outside the classroom. He aims for UAD graduates to possess not only academic competence but also the necessary assets for the future workforce.
“We always emphasise to our students that when they leave this campus, they must possess at least three assets: intellectual capital, social capital, and finally, moral capital,” he stated.
Furthermore, Gatot mentioned that this year’s UAD students originate from various regions across Indonesia. The university also accepts international students, including those from China, Korea, and several other countries. These international students are spread across various study programmes, such as chemical engineering, Indonesian literature, English literature, economics, and management.
According to Gatot, a student from Pattani, Thailand, was particularly interested in studying at UAD due to the Al-Islam and Kemuhammadiyahan curriculum. Meanwhile, many students from China arrive through UAD’s collaborations with several universities in China. In addition to the diversity of student origins, UAD also highlights the unique features of its study programmes. One such example is the Faculty of Medicine, which focuses on disaster medicine. Interest in the Faculty of Medicine was noted to be quite high, though intake remains limited in accordance with ministerial and consortium regulations.
“At Ahmad Dahlan University, our Faculty of Medicine has a specific focus on disaster medicine. Therefore, graduates from UAD, particularly from the Faculty of Medicine, will possess the specialised competence required for disaster management,” said Gatot.
One new medical student, Michi Radies Pratama, from Musi Banyuasin Regency, South Sumatra, admitted he chose UAD because of the disaster medicine programme. Michi, who aspires to become a forensic specialist, hopes that through his education at UAD, he can develop skills that are beneficial to society.
“I chose UAD’s Faculty of Medicine because it has a disaster management programme that involves direct community engagement. In my home region in South Sumatra, issues such as forest and land fires and earthquakes are frequent. I want to participate in helping the community there,” said Michi.