Holistic Academic Readiness Preparation Program - UPH | Universitas Pelita Harapan

Holistic Academic Readiness Preparation Program

Duration
10 months
Format
Full-Time
Degree
Academic Title
Location
Main Campus

Overview

Success in university studies requires a multifaceted approach. Students must possess strong basic academic skills as a foundation for higher-level learning. Furthermore, thriving in a diverse college community necessitates adaptability and openness to new experiences and cultures. Finally, cultivating a well-rounded character and spiritual grounding provides the resilience and inner strength necessary to navigate academic challenges and achieve personal growth.

Career Path

• Strengthening Academic Skills
This program is designed to equip new students with the basic skills essential for success in college. The program includes strengthening Basic Mathematics and Science, improving Indonesian and English skills (reading, writing, comprehension), and Digital Literacy Skills training, including technology use, cybersecurity, and information retrieval. Uniquely, this program integrates these academic skills with compulsory courses such as Basic Indonesian, PPKn, and Pancasila. In addition, students will also be equipped with a Study Skills Workshop that covers effective learning strategies, time management, and exam preparation.
• Formation of a Healthy Lifestyle
The Healthy Lifestyle Workshop offers sessions on nutrition, exercise, and mental health to improve students’ well-being. The Discipline and Time Management Program helps students develop routines and manage their time effectively. Finally, the Community Development program provides opportunities to interact with the multicultural dorm community and engage in volunteer work to foster a sense of responsibility and community living.
• Spiritual and Character Development
This community offers a variety of activities to enrich the spiritual lives of its members, including Routine Worship which is held regularly to foster spiritual growth, Spiritual Counseling in the form of private sessions with a spiritual advisor to support personal and spiritual development, and Bible Study Groups which are small group discussions to deepen understanding of faith.
• Personal Development
The university provides a range of support programs for students, including counselling services to help them adapt to a multicultural environment, mentorship programs that connect them with mentors for guidance, and leadership training to develop their skills and confidence.