Program Name

Undergraduate Programme in Physics,  Department of Physics, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Andalas University

Awarding & Teaching Institution

Andalas University

Year of establishment

1996

Address

JurusanFisika, FMIPA, UniversitasAndalasKampus UNAND, Limau Manis, Padang 25163

Phone : +6282170831700  Fax : 0751-73118

Homepage :http://fisika.fmipa.unand.ac.id/

Email : fisika@sci.unand.ac.id

Accreditation level

Undergraduate Studies A awarded by National Accreditation Board of Higher Education (BAN-PT)

Decree No.8855/SK/BAN-PT/Ak-PPJ/S/VI/2021 for the period of 18 June 2021 to 18 June 2026

Graduate Studies A awarded by National Accreditation Board of Higher Education (BAN-PT)

Decree No.6201/SK/BAN-PT/Akred/M/X/2020 for the period of 06 October 2020 to 06 October 2025

&

Certified by AUN-QA (ASEAN University Network-Quality Assurance) No. Assessment: 178

Mode/type of study

Full time / campus-based

Duration of study

4 years / 8 semesters (maximum 14 semesters)

Minimum credit

144

Degree Awarded

S.Si (Sarjana Sains) / BS

Intake selection

o  National selection (SNMPTN, SBMPTN)

o  University selection (SMMPTN)

Admission criteria

o  High school graduates (or equivalent) majoring in natural science

o  Not color blind

o  Passed the SNMPTN/ SBMPTN/ SMMPTN selection

Graduate Profiles

Graduates of the programme can work as

1. Academics – Higher learning institutions (following pursuance of their degree qualifications to Masters of PhD levels)
2. Research Officer – Research institutes, higher learning institutions and industries
3. Science Officer - Research institutes, higher learning institutions and industries
4. Physics Teacher - Schools and colleges (following pursuance of teacher certification)
5. Quality Control/Assurance and Marketing Officers – Agencies and industries

Programme Objectives

The programme is designed to produce graduates

1. To have strong knowledge and competency in physics to advance in diverse career path or to pursue higher degree in physics.
2. To be professionals with appropriate softskills and excellent work ethics
3. To demonstrate positive attitude, integrity and high responsibility to the community and global society.

Programme Learning Outcomes

At the end of their study, students are expected to be able to

1. Master knowledge of fundamental laws and principles of classical and modern physics (Keywords: Fundamental Knowledge)
2. Apply laws and principles of physics using experimental methods, mathematical and computational techniques to solve physical problems and related field. (Keywords: Application of Physics Knowledge and Skills)
3. Conduct experiments in physics systematically as well as to interpret data and to present result correctly. (Keywords: Experimentation Skills)
4. Plan, perform and evaluate scientific studies and research related to physics or broader areas specifically those related to the innovation of science and technology and disaster mitigation. (Keywords: Scientific Study and Research)
5. Identify, formulate, analyze and solve problem scientifically (Keywords: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving)
6. Function effectively in multidisciplinary teams. (Keywords: Team-working Skills)
7. Have fundamental capability in oral and written communication both in Bahasa and in English. (Keywords: Communication Skills)
8. Continuously seek and acquire contemporary knowledge, work independently and manage learning time effectively (Keywords: Lifelong Learning and Information Management)
9. 9. Practice ethical values and integrity in scientific and social interaction (Keywords: Adaptability, ethics and integrity)

Teaching and learning methods

Student-centered learning (SCL) approach includes Cooperative Learning, Small Group Discussion, Contextual Instruction, Problem-based learning, Project-based learning, Case Study, Collaborative Learning, Discovery Learning, Self-directed learning.

Assessment methods

Learning outcome assessment covers  1) knowledge (cognitive), 2) specific skills (psychomotor), 3) softskills, core values and attitudes (affective). Assessment method includes observation, participation, writing test, practical exam, and interview. Learning process are assessed using rubrics, and learning outcomes are assessed using portfolios.

Benchmark and reference

1. Indonesian Qualification Framework (IQF or SN-DIKTI)
2. Minimum curriculum for physics study programme set by Physical Society of Indonesia (PSI)
3. ASIIN standard for Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programmes in physics and related degree programmes orientated on physics

Date of Approval

December 4^th, 2015

Year of last curriculum review

2021