Graduate Profile and Competencies

Graduate Profile of the Doctoral Program in Geography at FMIPA UI

Graduates of the Doctoral Program in Geography, FMIPA UI, are expected to be outstanding individuals with in-depth knowledge, adaptive skills, and a professional attitude with integrity in the field of spatial sciences. This program is designed to produce Doctors of Geography who can make significant contributions to sustainable resource management through knowledge synthesis and interdisciplinary approaches.

The graduate profile includes the following competencies :

1. Ability to Reconstruct Spatial Concepts and Models

   • Able to professionally reconstruct spatial concepts, theories, and models based on spatial information technology.
   • Integrate Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and remote sensing technology to support strategic decision-making in natural resource management and sustainable living.

2. Development of Original Knowledge and Technology

   • Develop abstractions and syntheses of geographical knowledge to generate innovative and original ideas.
   • Contribute to filling knowledge gaps in the field of geography through in-depth and scientifically validated research.

3. Problem-Solving Through an Interdisciplinary Approach

   • Solve scientific and technological problems using multidisciplinary, interdisciplinary, or transdisciplinary approaches.
   • Integrate geographical perspectives with other disciplines to develop innovative and globally relevant solutions.

4. Leadership in National and International Research

   • Lead research in the field of geography that provides significant benefits to society, development, and scientific advancement.
   • Produce scientific works recognized nationally and internationally while building collaborative research networks across institutions.

5. Transferable Skills and Professional Integrity

   • Possess excellent scientific communication skills to convey ideas and research findings through publications, presentations, and cross-disciplinary discussions.
   • Uphold professional ethics and commit to the advancement of knowledge for societal well-being and environmental sustainability.

With this profile, graduates of the Doctoral Program in Geography at FMIPA UI, are prepared to become leaders, innovators, and key contributors in geographical research and applications at both national and global levels.