In an effort to expand international collaboration and strengthen academic capacity in the fields of design, architecture, and creative innovation, a delegation from Institut Seni Indonesia (ISI) Yogyakarta paid an official visit to Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) on Friday, November 21, 2025. UPM, known as one of the best research universities in the Asian region, provides an important strategic dialog space for the development of art, design and architecture disciplines at ISI Yogyakarta.
The delegation of ISI Yogyakarta was led by Rector Dr. Irwandi, S.Sn., M.Sn., accompanied by Dean of the Faculty of Fine Arts and Design (FSRD) Muhamad Sholahuddin, S.Sn., M.T.; Vice Dean for Academic Affairs FSRD Dr. I Gede Arya Sucitra, S.Sn., M.A.; Dean of the Faculty of Recording Media Arts (FSMR) Dr. Edial Rusli, SE, M.Sn.; Vice Dean for Academic Affairs of FSMR Arif Sulistiyono, M.Sn.; and Cooperation Staff Amirul Husna. The group was welcomed by the leadership of the UPM Faculty of Design and Architecture, namely Prof. Gs. Dr. Mohd Yusof as Dean, accompanied by Prof. Madya Dr. Mohd Shahrizal Dolah as Deputy Dean for Industrial Networks and Development, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Shureen Faris Abdul Shukor as Deputy Dean for Research, Innovation and Postgraduate Studies, and Dr. Mohd Faiz Yahaya as Head of the Industrial Design Department.
The atmosphere of the meeting was intense and productive by exchanging views on the direction of scientific development in both institutions. ISI Yogyakarta through FSRD presented a strategic plan to establish an Architecture Study Program, as part of an effort to expand the scientific family and respond to the needs of the academic world and society for architectural education based on creativity, culture and sustainability. UPM, which has long had a strong track record in architecture and design education, views the plan as a strategic step and welcomes it enthusiastically.
The discussion then developed on the potential for cooperation that could support the process of establishing the study program. UPM expressed readiness to provide assistance and benchmarking curriculum, as well as opening up opportunities for cooperation in the form of joint supervision for lecturers and students. In addition, the discussion also included plans for research collaboration on spatial design, sustainable architecture, material innovation, and technology integration in the creative industry. Both parties see that this research collaboration can make a significant contribution in increasing reputable scientific publications and international recognition.
During the meeting, the two institutions also discussed the possibility of organizing joint activities such as collaborative studios, student mobility programs, international workshops, and academic exhibitions. These activities are expected to strengthen academic networks as well as increase the global experience of ISI Yogyakarta's academic community.
The visit to UPM is an important step in expanding international cooperation oriented towards quality, impact, and strengthening the institutional capacity of ISI Yogyakarta. Through constructive academic dialog and a long-term vision that is aligned, ISI Yogyakarta and UPM open up opportunities for broader scientific integration in the future, especially in the fields of design and architecture which are increasingly relevant to global demands.amirul husna
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