Strengthening Global Networks, Agung Putra University (APU) Establishes Strategic Partnership with INTI International University Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR – Agung Putra University (APU) continues to expand its international academic network through strategic partnerships with universities abroad. On the first day of its academic delegation’s visit to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on Monday (26 October), APU officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with INTI International University Malaysia.
The agreement was signed at the INTI International University campus in Kuala Lumpur by President of APU Foundation, Prof. Dr. dr. Agung Putra, M.Si.Med., and Pro-Vice Chancellor of INTI International University, Prof. Dr. Goh Khang Wen.
In addition to formalizing the partnership through the MoU signing, APU’s academic delegation also took part in a general lecture at INTI International University Malaysia. During the session, Prof. Agung Putra delivered a presentation titled “Stem Cell: An Empowering Science and Technology.” Meanwhile, Dendi Krisna Nugraha, Ph.D., presented “Genetic Engineering for Secretome Content Customization.”
Scope of Cooperation
The partnership between APU and INTI International University Malaysia covers several strategic areas focused on education, research, and international academic collaboration. The agreed areas of cooperation include:
- Student and Visiting Scholar Programs: Student programs and academic visits.
- Academic Program Collaborations: Collaboration in the delivery of academic programs.
- Joint Publication and Research Activities: Joint scientific publications and research activities.
- Exchange of Academic Materials and Other Information: Exchange of academic materials and other information.
- International Centre: Development of an international center.
- Joint Scientific Activities: Joint scientific activities, including courses, seminars, workshops, international conferences, and symposia.
Through these areas of cooperation, both institutions aim to strengthen academic relations, increase research output, and expand knowledge exchange at the international level.
Strengthening Research and International Experience
The partnership with INTI International University Malaysia reflects APU’s commitment to expanding opportunities for students and lecturers to develop their skills and gain academic experience at the global level. It also supports the university’s strategic goal of reaching the top 1,500 in the QS World University Rankings.
Prof. Agung Putra stated that the collaboration is expected to benefit both institutions and create more opportunities for joint research and cross-border exchange of ideas.
“We hope this partnership will bring academic benefits to both parties. APU is fully committed to working with INTI International University Malaysia to make the most of our academic potential. This international collaboration will create more opportunities for APU students and lecturers to conduct joint research, exchange ideas, and broaden their academic perspectives at the international level,” said Prof. Agung.
Through this partnership, APU aims to strengthen an academic environment that supports research collaboration, scientific publications, and international perspectives for its academic community.
Expanding International Networks
The signing of the MoU with INTI International University Malaysia marks one of the first steps in APU’s international expansion. The university is also preparing to establish partnerships with several other leading universities in Southeast Asia.
These planned partnerships include MILA University and Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) in Malaysia, as well as Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology in Vietnam.
The expansion of these partnerships is expected to create more opportunities for cross-border collaboration in education, research, and academic development.
Building Academic Collaborations
In addition to expanding its network in Southeast Asia, APU has already established international cooperation with Albstadt-Sigmaringen University in Germany. This collaboration includes a five-month internship program at the APU campus for students enrolled in the German university’s Bioanalytics study program.
The program is an example of cross-border academic cooperation that allows students to gain practical experience in an international education and research environment.
The existing partnership with a university in Germany, together with the expansion of cooperation in Malaysia and Vietnam, further strengthens APU’s efforts to build a globally oriented academic environment.
Through international partnerships, research collaboration, and academic exchange, Agung Putra University continues to work toward providing a world-class education experience for its entire academic community.