by GLOBAL_1 | Mar 12, 2025 | Announcement, Exchange, Inbound, News, Outbound
Semarang, io.undip.ac.id_ The Bangkok University Exchange Program offers students from partner universities the opportunity to study at Bangkok University in Thailand for a semester. Through this exchange program, students can experience life in one of Southeast Asia’s most vibrant cities, engage in a variety of academic courses, and immerse themselves in Thai culture.
Timeline
Nomination Period : Semester I (May 1-31)
Semester II (September 1-30)
Application Deadline : Semester I May 31 (Issuance of LoA by June 30
Semester II September 30 (Issuance of LoA by October 15
Requirements
- Application Form (will be given after nominated)
- Student Enrollment Letter
- Official Academic Transcript
- Health Certificate by general practitioner
- Letter of Recommendation from Home University
- English Proficiency Test : TOEFL PBT 500, 173 CBT, 61 IBT; IELTS 50 in all skills, Duolingo English Test (DET) score 80 in all sub-score
- Scan of the passport’s main page
- Health insurance during the program (after being nominated)
- Application Fee US$7
Programs and Tentative Courses
Minimum 3 courses per semester (9 credits)
Maximum 6 courses per semester (18 credit)
Visit page for major : https://www.bu.ac.th/en/international-programs
Living Expenses
Estimated living expenses are 15.000-25.000 Baht exclude accommodation and miscellaneous things.
Accomodation
Short-term Contract (6 months)
-Keystone Apartment
-Zoom Condo
-KAVE Condo (arranged by agency)
Further information :
Whatsapp service : +62 823-1363-8795 (DIO)
E-mail : exchange@live.undip.ac.id
Leaflet of Bangkong University Exchange Program
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by GLOBAL_1 | Mar 6, 2025 | Announcement, Exchange, News, Scholarship
Semarang, io.undip.ac.id_Kanazawa University offers a one-year Japanese Language & Culture Program aimed at enhancing students’ Japanese language proficiency and deepening their understanding of Japanese society and culture. The program is entirely taught in Japanese and begins in October.
Qualifications
1) Institution:
Applicants must be enrolled in an institution (a university, a faculty, or a school) having an exchange
agreement with Kanazawa University.
2) Nationality:
Applicants must have the nationality of a country that has diplomatic relations with Japan. An applicant who
has Japanese nationality at the time of application is not eligible. However, persons with dual nationality who
hold Japanese nationality and whose place of residence at the time of application is outside of Japan are
eligible to apply as long as they choose the nationality of the other country and renounce their Japanese
nationality by the date of their arrival in Japan.
3) Age:
In principle, applicants must be born between April 2, 1995 and April 1, 2007.
4) Academic Background:
Applicants must be enrolled in an institution mentioned above 1) as undergraduate students (junior or
senior) majoring in Japanese language or Japanese culture at the time of arriving in and leaving
Japan. Those majoring in fields of study other than Japanese language and Japanese culture and who wish
to pursue complementary studies in Japanese language and culture should apply for Kanazawa University
Exchange Program (KUEP) in the next term.
5) Japanese Language Ability:
A level equal to that of Japanese Language Proficiency Test Level N2 is required.
6) Health:
Applicants must be healthy in both physically and mentally for studying at the university.
7) Arrival in Japan:
Scholarship recipients must arrive in Japan in late September, 2025.
8) Visa Requirement:
Applicants shall, in principle, newly obtain a “Student” visa at the Japanese diplomatic mission located in the
applicant’s country of nationality, and enter Japan with the newly obtained status of residence “Student.”
Even if the applicant already has another status of residence (such as “Permanent resident” or “Long-term
resident”), they must newly obtain a “Student” visa and re-enter Japan.
Depending on the country, a tuberculosis screening may be required by the Japanese government before
entry. When obtaining a visa, be sure to follow the instructions of the Japanese diplomatic mission in your
country.
9) Others:
Scholarship recipients shall return to their home country by the end of the final month of the scholarship
period after the completion of the course and resume their studies at their school. However, if it is possible to
continue studying in Japan after the course by participating in Double-Degree program or Joint-Degree
program with their school’s partner universities in Japan and obtain an appropriate residence status, it is not
necessary to return to their home country. Also, after returning to their home country, former scholarship
recipients shall maintain close contact with Kanazawa University, cooperate with the conducting of
post-return survey questionnaires, participate in events conducted by Japanese diplomatic missions in their
country, and work to improve relations between the home country and Japan.
10) Non-Eligibility:
Any applicant who meets any one of the following conditions is ineligible. If identified ineligible after being
selected as a scholarship student, the applicant must withdraw from the scholarship.
a) Those who are military personnel or military civilian employees at the time of their arrival in Japan and the
start of scholarship payment;
b) Those who cannot arrive in Japan by the specified date determined by Kanazawa University;
c) Those who have received a Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship in the past;
d)Those who are currently also applying for another program for which scholarship payments will begin in
fiscal year 2025 through a Japanese Government (MEXT) scholarship scheme;
e) Those who are residing in Japan at the time of application;
f) Those who have a plan to receive other scholarships or fellowships from Japanese government, a
Japanese government-related organization and others after the start of the scholarship payment period;
g) Holders of dual nationality at the time of application who will not be able to verify that they have given up
Japanese nationality by the time of the arrival in Japan;
h) Those who change their status of residence of “Student” to any other status after their arrival in Japan.
i) Those who have studied Japanese Studies at a university for a total period of less than one year as of
September 1, 2025. Those who have studied Japanese Studies at another university should submit
documents (transcript of grades at other university, etc.) which can verify that the applicant has studied
Japanese Studies for a total period of at least one year or more at the attended universities including
current university.
2 Scholarship Benefits
1) Monthly Allowance:
117,000 yen
The scholarship will be paid to each recipient from October 2025 to August 2026. The scholarship is
cancelled in principle if the recipient is absent from the university for an extended period.
2) Travel allowance:
Air tickets to and from Japan
(Scholarship recipients must depart from and return to the country of their nationality. The return ticket will be
given to only those who will leave Japan by the end of August, 2026.)
3) Education fees:
Fees for the entrance examination, matriculation and tuition are waivered.
3 Application Procedure
Applicants must submit the following documents to Kanazawa University through their home institution. All
the documents must be written in either Japanese or English, or accompanied by a translation in Japanese.
1) 2025 Application Form for Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship (Japanese Studies Students)
Please enter in Japanese as much as possible. Please type instead of handwriting.
2) Research Plan written by the applicant in only Japanese (about 1000~1200 letters) with the theme “the
outline of the research plan in Japan” “日本で研究してみたいテーマ.”
3) Applicant’s ID Photo in JPEG or other digital format (4.5×3.5cm; upper front figure without a hat; taken
within the past 6 months.) Please paste the data in the designated place on the application form.
4) Certificate of Enrollment issued by the applicant’s home institution
5) Official transcript (academic record) issued by the applicant’s home institution (For all academic years up to
the current year of enrollment.)
– In case the academic record is not in a 100-point scale, please indicate a record of evaluation in a
100-point scale.
– Please mark (put a check(✓ )) the subjects concerning Japanese or Japanese culture.
– Please indicate the year and semester when each subject was taken, if not indicated on the transcript.
6) Recommendation [prescribed form] from the university president or dean of the applicant’s home institution
addressed to the President of Kanazawa University
7) Copy of the applicant’s passport (If unavailable at the time of application, please submit a photocopy of the
birth certificate or the certificate of citizenship in the applicant’s home country along with a translation in
Japanese or English.)
8) Pledge [prescribed form]
9) Certificate of Japanese-Language Proficiency Test and the result sheet
(For those who hold the certificate of the test Level 1, 2 or N1, N2 only.)
10) Nomination form [prescribed form] Please submit as an Excel file.
(Note)
If the applicant is accepted and will take part in the program as a privately financed student (without
Japanese Government scholarship), “Agreement for Defraying Expenses” with Statement of Bank Account
Balance which proves that the participant has funds equivalent to JPY 1,000,000 will be required to submit.
The details will be informed later.
4 Notes
1) Applications will not be accepted if any of the above documents are incomplete, incorrect, or not supported
by evidence. Also, the applications that do not meet the deadline will not be accepted.
2) Participation in the program and payment of the scholarship will be cancelled for the reasons given below.
Should any of the following reasons apply, the recipient may be ordered to return a part of, or all of, the
scholarship paid up to that time.
a) The recipient is determined to have made a false statement on his/her application;
b) The recipient violates any article of his/her pledge (above 3-8));
c) The recipient violates any Japanese laws and is sentenced to imprisonment for an indefinite period or
for a period of exceeding 1 year. He/she who receives a suspended sentence is excluded;
d) The recipient is suspended form Kanazawa University or receives other punishment, or is removed from
enrollment; as a disciplinary action in accordance with school regulations of Kanazawa University;
e) It has been determined that it will be impossible for the recipient to complete the course within the
standard time period because of poor academic grades or suspension from the university;
f) The recipient came to Japan without a newly obtained “Student” visa, or changed his/her status of
residence of “Student” to other status;
g) The recipient has received another scholarship （ a scholarship or fellowship from Japanese
government, a Japanese government-related organization, and others） not approved for acceptance in
conjunction with the MEXT scholarship;
3) The purpose of this scholarship program is not to obtain a diploma. Therefore, a recipient cannot be
enrolled in an undergraduate course at a university or a master’s or a doctorate course at a graduate
school right after its complete.
4) Where to Apply
The required documents should be sent to the following email address.
Email: exchange@live.undip.ac.id
- Duration: 1 year (starting from October)
- Language of Instruction: Japanese
- Eligibility: Exchange students from partner universities
Program Features:
- Intensive Japanese Language Courses: Designed to improve language proficiency.
- Lectures and Seminars: Focus on Japanese society and culture, including Kanazawa’s rich traditional heritage.
Application Process:
Interested applicants should refer to the 2025 Course Guide and Application Guidelines available on the Kanazawa University website. The application form, nomination form, recommendation form, and pledge are also provided. The application deadline is 20 March 2025.
Application documents submission deadline
March 20, 2024 (submission to Kanazawa University)
March 12, 2024 (submission to Global Undip)
guideline : click here
recommendation form : click here
application form : click here
pledge : click here
course guide : click here
For more detailed information, including application deadlines and procedures, please consult the international office Undip via e-mail exchange@live.undip.ac.id
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by GLOBAL_1 | Mar 5, 2025 | Announcement, Event, News, Summer Course
Semarang, io.undip.ac.id_The Visiting International Professional Program (VIPP) Global Summer School welcomes international college students to the beautiful campus of Michigan State University (MSU) to experience American college life while studying at a top global university and developing professional and intercultural skills. VIPP Global Summer School is a fully immersive academic and cultural experience with innovative programs designed to meet the needs of aspiring young professionals who are ready for a global career. All courses feature hands-on, project-based experiential learning and include classes, guest lectures, networking opportunities, cultural activities, and field trips to notable places in Michigan such as Detroit, Ann Arbor, and the beautiful Lake Michigan shoreline and sand dunes.
Make the most of your summer! Join us at Michigan State University to expand your academic knowledge, experience American and international culture, and enhance your career competitiveness. We look forward to welcoming you to MSU as a Global Spartan! Go Green!
For details of the program, you can check on here !
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by GLOBAL_1 | Mar 5, 2025 | Announcement, Exchange, News, Outbound
Semarang, io.undip.ac.id_Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS) offers Semester Exchange Program for 2025-2026:
1. Overview of the Program:
SIMATS is offering a semester exchange program for the academic year 2025-2026.
This program allows your U.G/P.G students to experience studying at a partner university abroad for a semester while remaining enrolled at Saveetha Institute.
2. Disciplines Offered:
The exchange program is available in various disciplines; this could include fields like medicine, dentistry, allied health sciences, engineering, business, or other academic areas, depending on the partner universities request.
3. Partnership Waiver on Tuition Fees:
There is a partnership waiver for the tuition fees for students from partner universities. This means that students participating in the exchange program may benefit from tuition fee waiver but the students should take care of the travel ,accommodation ,insurance ,and visa 4. Nomination Process for Partner Universities:
Nomination Process will held by Global Undip.
For further information, you can contact via exchange@live.undip.ac.id
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by GLOBAL_1 | Feb 20, 2025 | Announcement, Exchange, News, Outbound
Semarang, io.undip.ac.id_The Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP) in cooperation with the Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines (CHED), the Master’s Institute Development Academic and Seminary (MIDAS), and Siam University Bangkok of Thailand, will organize the 3rd AUAP Youth Development Program (YDP) on theme “Cultivating a Goal-Oriented Mindset for a Promising Future”, an empowering event designed to inspire and equip young leaders with the tools to develop a goal-oriented mindset and achieve long-term success to be held in Siam University, Bangkok, Thailand, on June 23-27, 2025.
Why Attend?
- Gain insights from renowned speakers and industry experts
- Participate in interactive workshops that foster personal and professional growth
- Network with like-minded youth from across the globe
- Discover strategies to set and achieve meaningful goals
Event Highlights
-Keynote Sessions – Learn from accomplished professionals who have transformed their aspirations into achievements.
-Skill-Building Workshops – Enhance your leadership, communication, and goal-setting abilities.
-Panel Discussions – Engage in thought-provoking conversations with youth leaders and mentors.
-Networking Opportunities – Connect with peers and industry experts to expand your horizons.
-Certificate of Participation – A valuable credential to boost your profile!
Who Should Attend?
– University students
– Young professionals
– Aspiring leaders
– Anyone eager to cultivate a success-driven mindset
This program will also feature a variety of outdoor activities, to engage student leaders in student development projects, and provide the opportunity to experience the uniqueness of Thai culture. Activities will also include an introduction to nature preservation, group presentations, and study tours at Thai Catering (Airline food production process), Thai Airway Airlines, Suvarnabhumi Airport, Samutprakarn, Thailand.
The registration deadline to participate in the 3rd AUAP-YDP is fast approaching for only 40 students, therefore, we encourage you to nominate students and faculty who are active, sincere, and responsible for this program. Since the seats are limited, acceptance is based on first-come-first-served.
REGISTER NOW: Click Here
TENTATIVE PROGRAM: Click Here
BOOKLET: Click Here
REGISTRATION FEES:
(Includes hotel Bangkok & Pattaya, meals, pick up and send off services to airport, certificate entrance fees)
| AUAP Members |
USD$900 |
| Non Members |
USD$950 |
Important Note: Staying single room has an extra charge for USD $60 per room per night.
The deadline to register is on May 27, 2025
For more information, please do not hesitate to contact IO Undip exchange@live.undip.ac.id.
SEE YOU IN Bangkok, THAILAND!
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by GLOBAL_1 | Feb 12, 2025 | Announcement, Exchange, News, Scholarship
Semarang, io.undip.ac.id_On August 6, 2017, the Government of Canada announced the Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development (SEED) program to provide opportunities for students from ASEAN member states to conduct short-term study or research in Canadian post-secondary institutions in areas that contribute to the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development .
The Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development program aims to reduce poverty in the developing countries of ASEAN and to achieve the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development . Scholarships and educational exchanges will contribute towards the achievement of all Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). SEED contributes to strengthening people-to-people ties between Canada and the Indo-Pacific region.
SEED scholarships are facilitated through institutional collaborations and student exchange agreements between post-secondary institutions in Canada and their partner institutions in ASEAN countries.
The Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development Program is a short-term exchange program offered by Global Affairs Canada. Canadian institutions interested in participating should promote the program to their faculty, staff and eligible partner institutions. Institutions in ASEAN member states interested in sending their students to Canada should explore student exchange agreements with Canadian institutions. Students wishing to pursue short-term studies or research in Canada should review the eligibility criteria and contact their institution’s international office for application details. Canadian institutions must apply on behalf of eligible candidates.
Eligibility :
To be eligible, candidates must be:
- ✔ citizens of an ASEAN member state
- Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos (Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao PDR)), Malaysia, Myanmar, The Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, or Vietnam
- ✔ enrolled full-time at a post-secondary institution in an ASEAN member state
- ✔ paying tuition fees to that institution at the time of application and for the full duration of their exchange
Candidates are not eligible for this scholarship if they:
- hold or have a pending application for Canadian citizenship or permanent residency
- are already participating in a scholarship program funded by the Government of Canada
- are already enrolled in a degree, diploma or certificate program at a Canadian post-secondary institution
- have previously received a scholarship under the Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development Program
Canadian post-secondary institutions interested in hosting students must:
- ✔ be a Designated Learning Institution (DLI)
- ✔ have a valid student exchange agreement with the student’s home institution that waives tuition fees for scholarship recipients (required for college/undergraduate study only)
- ✔ centralize all applications through their international office
Scholarship value and duration :
| Award component |
Value |
Duration |
Activities |
College / undergraduate
(4 months) |
$10,200 |
Four months or one academic term |
Study or research at the college or undergraduate level. A valid student exchange agreement that waives tuition fees is required. |
Graduate
(4 months) |
$10,200 |
Four months or one academic term |
Study or research at the graduate level (Masters and PhD). A student exchange agreement is not required. |
Eligible expenses
Selected candidates may use scholarship funds towards:
- ✔ visa or study/work permit fees
- ✔ airfare via the most direct and economical route
- ✔ health insurance
- ✔ living expenses, such as accommodation, utilities and food
- ✔ ground transportation, including a public transportation pass
- ✔ books and supplies required for their study or research, excluding computers and other equipment
Canadian institutions are eligible to receive:
- ✔ $500 per scholarship recipient to aid with administrative costs once the student arrives in Canada
- ✔ reimbursement of additional employer compliance fees paid to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada in some cases
How funding works
Canadian institutions will receive funding from Global Affairs Canada, through its legal name, the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development (DFATD) in the form of a non-negotiable contribution agreement and will be responsible for providing the funds to successful candidates. Should a selected candidate not take up the scholarship, Canadian institutions must return those funds, including the administrative fee, to DFATD.
Application process :
Canadian post-secondary institutions must apply on behalf of eligible candidates before the deadline.
Application instructions for Canadian institutions
- Assign a program coordinator to complete applications.
- Select “Login or Register” to create a My EduCanada account for your institution. Ensure to select Institution for your account type.
- Once you have logged into your account, select the Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development Program and click Apply.
- Enter data in the required fields and follow the instructions on the application form.
- Click Validate and save as you progress through the application form.
- Upload all required supporting documents. Each document must be smaller than 5 MB and in .jpg, .gif, .png, .pdf, .doc, .docx, .txt or .xlsx format.
- Review all components of your application for accuracy and completeness.
- Read and accept the conditions of the “Declaration and permission” statement. Click Submit. You will receive a confirmation message and a reference number for submitted applications.
- Print or download the form for your records using the “Print|Download” function.
Visit Help with MyEduCanada for more information.
Supporting documents :
Institutions must ensure documents are complete and accurate as per the instructions. Revised documents will not be accepted after the deadline. Documents in a language other than English or French must be accompanied by a translation.
- Proof of citizenship
- A copy of the candidate’s passport or national identity card with a photo and valid dates
- Documents not accepted as proof of citizenship are: driver’s license, permanent residence card, work permit, student card, health card, birth certificate or baptismal certificate
- Proof of citizenship selected must be from the same country/territory as the citizenship selected in the online application form
- Signed Privacy Notice Statement
- Letter of intent from the candidate (maximum one page)
- Explains the nature of studies or research to be undertaken
- Provides rationale for study in Canada and for the choice of institution, program and supervisor and how the proposed program of study or research will relate to their future career
- Explains how undertaking study or research in Canada will empower the student to apply their learning to address the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
- Explains how they intend to use their learning to help combat poverty and narrow the development gap in the ASEAN region in their future career
- Identifies the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) their proposed study or research in Canada is aligned with and will contribute to (letters that do not identify an SDG will be deemed incomplete and not eligible)
- Candidates from Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Thailand or Vietnam must provide an explanation of how their learning in Canada will help to combat poverty in their home country
- Candidates from Brunei or Singapore must provide an explanation of how their learning in Canada will help combat poverty in one of the other eight ASEAN countries
- Letter of proof of full-time enrolment from the home institution
- On official letterhead
- Dated within the last six months
- Confirms that the candidate is currently enrolled in a full-time program (letters that do not confirm full-time student status will be deemed incomplete and not eligible)
- Copies of transcripts, a student card or a letter of admission are not acceptable
- Letter of support from the home institution (maximum one page)
- On official letterhead
- Dated within the last six months
- From the candidate’s instructor, professor or international director
- Explains the nature of study or research to be undertaken in Canada and how the candidate and the home institution will benefit from this scholarship program
- Assesses the candidate’s commitment and capacity to use the program of study or research in Canada to help combat poverty and narrow the development gap in the ASEAN region
- Letter of invitation from the Canadian supervisor (graduate students only, maximum one page)
- On institutional letterhead
- Dated within the last six months
- Signed by the Canadian supervisor
- Describes the nature and scope of the research collaboration with the student’s home institution
- Confirms their willingness to support and mentor the candidate during the exchange period
- Explains how the Canadian institution, supervisor and peers will benefit from the exchange
- Confirms that tuition fees are waived when there is no MOU in force
- Signed copy of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) or Agreement with the partner institution
- Indicates that tuition fees will not be charged and highlights this specific clause
- College and undergraduate research applications with no existing agreement can include a letter from the international office or equivalent on official letterhead that links the application to a specific international research collaboration, names the Canadian supervisor and confirms that tuition will not be charged. The letter must be dated within the last six months and be a maximum of one page
- Expired agreements will not be accepted – if the agreement is in the process of renewal, institutions must include a letter to this effect
- For graduate applications, an agreement is recommended but not required
- A ranking of applications
- Based on the institution’s strategic priorities must be sent to seed-bpeed@cbie.ca
- Must indicate the MyEduCanada application number of each candidate
Scholarship selection criteria
Applications are evaluated based on:
- the linkage of the proposed research or study that the student will undertake in Canada to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
- the candidate’s commitment to use their proposed research or studies in Canada to help combat poverty and narrow the development gap in the ASEAN region
- merit of the research or study to be undertaken in Canada
- benefit to the home institution and peers
- benefit to the Canadian institution, supervisor and peers
- strength of the linkages to be created through the proposed exchange
- rankings submitted by the Canadian institution
Key Dates :
Application deadline
The deadline for Canadian institutions to submit online applications on behalf of candidates is 11:59 p.m. EDT, March 31, 2025.
Canadian institutions should establish an earlier deadline with candidates and their home institutions to ensure timely receipt of supporting documents.
Notification of results
The scholarship administrator will communicate successful results to Canadian institutions in the spring. The administrator will not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications.
Canadian institutions are responsible for notifying students of successful results.
Students should contact their home institution or the Canadian institution regarding the status of their application.
Arrival in Canada
Only applications for Fall 2025 will be accepted. Selected candidates may arrive as early as August 1, 2025 and no later than October 1, 2025. Failure to arrive during this time may result in the cancellation of the scholarship.
Selected candidates should submit their visa or study/work permit application as early as possible to avoid delays.
Scholarship Condition :
Selected candidates agree to:
- engage in full-time studies or research as defined by the Canadian institution
- abstain from clinical training or clinically-oriented research involving direct patient-care
- focus primarily on full-time studies or research during their stay in Canada
- return to their home institutions after the scholarship period to complete their studies
Failure to meet these conditions may result in the cancellation of the scholarship.
Additional information
- Scholarships cannot be deferred and are not renewable
- Scholarships are subject to availability of funding from the Government of Canada
- Scholarships are not taxable for either the Canadian institution or the scholarship recipient
further information : exchange@live.undip.ac.id
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