SURAKARTA – The Department of Public Health, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta (UMS), has officially been awarded international accreditation by the Accreditation Agency in Health and Social Sciences (AHPGS), Germany. This achievement marks a significant milestone in the department’s continuous commitment to delivering high-quality education, research, and community engagement that meet internationally recognized standards.
The accreditation granted by AHPGS serves as an international recognition of the department’s academic quality and institutional excellence in the fields of public health and health sciences. The accreditation process involved a comprehensive evaluation of various aspects, including curriculum design, teaching and learning processes, academic governance, faculty qualifications, supporting facilities, quality assurance systems, and continuous improvement mechanisms.
Receiving this international accreditation reflects the Department of Public Health UMS’s dedication to providing high-quality education that responds to global challenges while producing graduates who are competent, ethical, innovative, and internationally competitive.
Beyond recognizing academic excellence, the accreditation also expands opportunities for the department to strengthen international collaboration with universities and institutions worldwide. These opportunities include joint research initiatives, academic exchange programs, student and faculty mobility, collaborative community engagement, and the development of internationally oriented educational programs.
This accomplishment is the result of the collective efforts and commitment of the department’s faculty members, administrative staff, students, alumni, institutional partners, and all stakeholders who have continuously contributed to the advancement of the Department of Public Health UMS. Their collaboration has played a vital role in fostering a culture of quality, innovation, and sustainable development.
With the achievement of AHPGS international accreditation, the Department of Public Health UMS further reinforces its position as a globally oriented academic institution committed to excellence. Guided by its vision of “Empower Locally, Engage Globally,” the department remains dedicated to preparing future public health professionals who are capable of addressing local and global health challenges while making meaningful contributions to the advancement of public health worldwide.
