Short Course Programs 2026
Universitas Padjadjaran (Unpad) invites students, scholars, researchers, academic staff, and professionals from around the world to participate in the Unpad Short Course Programs 2026. Hosted by various faculties across the university, these international academic and experiential learning programs combine rigorous scholarship, practical field experience, cultural immersion, and global networking opportunities. Participants will engage with contemporary global and local challenges through Indonesian and Global South perspectives while learning in diverse settings—from the historic city of Bandung and community field sites to tropical coastal ecosystems in West Java. Whether exploring decolonizing digital human rights, community cardiovascular health, cleft lip surgery practices, or the development of traditional jamu cosmetics, Unpad offers a distinctive gateway to interdisciplinary learning and cross-cultural exchange in Southeast Asia.
The programs are designed to provide participants with meaningful academic engagement, practical learning experiences, cultural immersion, and opportunities to build international networks while exploring contemporary global and local issues from Indonesian and Global South perspectives.
Available Programs for 2026
(To be updated)
1. Global South Diplomacy
📅 13–18 July 2026
Hosted by the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences
Topics include diplomacy, sustainable governance, smart cities, and cross-cultural negotiations.
2. Indonesian Camp 2026
📅 23 July – 2 August 2026
Hosted by the Faculty of Cultural Studies
An immersive program combining Indonesian language learning with cultural and heritage experiences in West Java.
3. Contextualizing the Bandung Spirit: The Future of Human Rights for the Younger Generation in the Digital Era
📅 27 July – 10 August 2026
Hosted by the Faculty of Law
Explores human rights, AI ethics, data protection, digital governance, and contemporary global challenges.
4. Beyond Digital: Culture and Sustainability for the Future
📅 2–8 August 2026
Hosted by the Faculty of Economics and Business
Focuses on digital transformation, ESG, sustainability, AI, and cultural preservation.
5. H.E.R.B.S. 2026 (Healing, Ethnopharmacy, Remedy & Beauty Scale-Up)
📅 3–7 August 2026
Hosted by the Faculty of Pharmacy
Examines traditional Indonesian herbal medicine, phytotherapy, green phytocosmetics, and GMP practices.
6. Play-ology: Unlocking the Power of Play
📅 3–7 August 2026
Hosted by the Faculty of Psychology
Explores developmental psychology, therapeutic applications of play, traditional games, and modern e-games.
7. Transcendent: Transformative Summer Elective Course in Dentistry
📅 14–20 August 2026
Hosted by the Faculty of Dentistry
Combines advanced dental sciences, patient-centered care, and clinical exposure.
8. Integrated Medical Science Short Course Series
📅 September & November 2026
Hosted by the Faculty of Medicine
Specialized tracks in cardiovascular health, endocrine and metabolic health, hematology, and immunology.
9. Communication for Empowerment and Social Change
📅 8–17 December 2026
Hosted by the Faculty of Communication Science
A field-based program focusing on communication campaigns, community empowerment, disaster risk mitigation, and tourism communication.
Why Join?
Participants will have opportunities to:
* Learn from leading academics and practitioners
* Participate in workshops, field visits, laboratory sessions, and community-based activities
* Experience Indonesian culture through immersive activities in West Java
* Build international academic and professional networks
* Earn certificates and, for selected programs, transferable academic credits
Detailed program information, fees, eligibility requirements, and contact persons are available in the attached booklet.
We would greatly appreciate your support in disseminating this opportunity to your students, faculty members, researchers, and relevant academic communities.
Should you require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.
We look forward to welcoming participants from your institution to Universitas Padjadjaran in 2026.
Warm regards,
Office of International Affairs
Universitas Padjadjaran
Jatinangor, West Java, Indonesia
