Student Admission

Admission of New Students

Doctoral Program in Medical Science
Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Brawijaya
Even Semester Academic Year 2025/2026

ACADEMIC VISION

To develop knowledge in the fields of Biomedical Science, Reproductive Biology, Medical Technology, and Social Medicine as well as become an internationally recognized reformer pioneer with superior medical and health technology to support the development of culture-based science and industry to improve the level of public health.

AREAS OF INTEREST

  1. Biomedical Science
  2. Medical Technology
  3. Reproductive Biology
  4. Social Medicine

SELECTION SCHEDULE

A. Batch I

No Activity Schedule Organizer
1 Registration Batch I 29 September – 24 October 2025 DALA + DTI
2 Selection Process 27 October – 14 November 2025 Faculty
3 Report of Selection Results to Vice Rector for Academic Affairs 21 November 2025 Faculty
4 Administrative Process of Application at Rectorate 24 – 28 November 2025 DALA + DTI
5 Billing Setup 26 – 28 November 2025 DALA + DTI + DAP
6 Announcement of Selection Results 1 December 2025 DALA + DTI
7 Payment of Tuition Fee (UKT) & Course Registration Process for New Postgraduate Students 2 – 12 December 2025 Students + Faculty

B. Batch II

No Activity Schedule Organizer
1 Registration Batch II 24 November 2025 – 2 January 2026 DALA + DTI
2 Selection Process 5 – 16 January 2026 Faculty
3 Report of Selection Results to Vice Rector for Academic Affairs 23 January 2026 Faculty
4 Administrative Process of Application at Rectorate 26 – 30 January 2026 DALA + DTI
5 Billing Setup 28 – 30 January 2026 DALA + DTI + DAP
6 Announcement of Selection Results 2 February 2026 DALA + DTI
7 Payment of Tuition Fee (UKT) & Course Registration Process for New Postgraduate Students 3 – 13 February 2026 Students + Faculty

 

ADMISSION SYSTEM

Admission of new students for the Doctoral Program in Medical Sciences is inclusive (does not discriminate based on ethnicity, race, religion, social group, origin, or disability).

The new student admission system considers the following:

  1. Administrative Requirements
  2. Academic Requirements
  3. MMPI (Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory) Test
  4. Interview

ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

  1. Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a related or non-related field with a minimum GPA of 3.00 (scale 0–4).
  2. Two recommendation letters from lecturers/supervisors or the head of the study program from the most recent institution, attesting to the applicant’s academic eligibility.
  3. Assignment letter or study permit from employer (if the applicant is employed). For lecturers at public or private universities, the permit must be issued by the Rector/Dean/Coordinator of Higher Education. For applicants from the Ministry of Health or other institutions, the permit must be issued by the Head of the Department or Hospital Director, stating whether the applicant is granted study leave (tubel) or study permission (ibel).
  4. Medical certificate, including a statement of being drug-free, issued by a government hospital.
  5. Statement of funding source and/or guarantor for study financing.
  6. Recent color photograph, size 4×6.
  7. Copy of National Identity Card (KTP).

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

  1. Valid TPA-OTO BAPPENAS certificate with a minimum score of 500. Valid TOEFL ITP certificate (test administered by the program or online via FEB UB: https://ldc.feb.ub.ac.id/programs/toefl-test/).
  2. Research outline (maximum 5 pages) for the proposed doctoral dissertation.
  3. Applicants in Biomedical Science: Master’s degree in Basic Medical Sciences, Clinical Medicine (Specialist), Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine, Nursing, Midwifery, Pharmacy, Life Sciences (Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Science, Reproductive Biology), Nutrition, or Sports Health Science.
  4. Applicants in Reproductive Biology: Master’s degree in Basic Medical Sciences, Clinical Medicine (Specialist), Veterinary Medicine, Nursing, Midwifery, Life Sciences (Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Science, Reproductive Biology), or Nutrition.
  5. Applicants in Social Medicine: Master’s degree in Basic Medical Sciences, Clinical Medicine (Specialist), Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine, Nursing, Midwifery, Nutrition, Environmental Health, or Public Health.
  6. Applicants in Medical Technology: Master’s degree in Basic Medical Sciences, Clinical Medicine (Specialist), Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine, Pharmacy, Life Sciences (Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Science, Reproductive Biology), or Sports Health Science. Applicants with a non-medical background are also eligible if holding a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Informatics Engineering, Computer Science, or Biomedical Engineering. Such applicants must provide a matriculation completion certificate issued by the Doctoral Program in Medical Science, FKUB.
  7. For the by-research scheme, applicants must have:
    • One granted patent; or
    • One reputable international publication; or
    • Two accredited national publications (minimum SINTA 2).
      In addition, Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is required, acknowledging learning outcomes acquired through formal education, non-formal education, and/or work experience. Evidence must be provided in the form of certificates or supervisor’s reference letters.

MMPI TEST

The MMPI test is coordinated by the Doctoral Program in Medical Science and conducted before the interview. Applicants bear the cost of the test, which is separate from the registration fee.

INTERVIEW

  1. Conducted after administrative and academic requirements are verified and the applicant passes the MMPI test (proof submitted via email: fk@ub.ac.id).
  2. The interview assesses the applicant’s readiness and commitment to complete the program within the stipulated time.
  3. Applicants are required to give a brief presentation of their research outline (PowerPoint format), which will be evaluated for novelty, depth, and feasibility.

REGISTRATION MECHANISM

Steps for Graduate Program Admission (Master’s, Doctoral, and Doctoral Jakarta Campus):

  1. Create an account at https://admisi.ub.ac.id.
  2. Select the intended program on the dashboard.
  3. Request a Payment Code.
  4. Pay the registration fee at any BRI, Mandiri, or BNI bank across Indonesia (all payment channels available) using the Payment Code.
  5. Registration fees paid are non-refundable for any reason. Ensure the payment matches the chosen program. Follow the payment procedures for BRI, Mandiri, or BNI banks.
  6. Confirm payment and complete the registration form at https://admisi.ub.ac.id.
  7. Select the intended program according to the requirements listed.
  8. Upload required documents (general requirements and program-specific requirements).
  9. Print the admission card.

FURTHER INFORMATION

Doctoral Program in Medical Science (DPMS), FMUB
5th Floor, Education Center Building / Building A, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Brawijaya
Jl. Veteran, Malang 65145
Tel. +62 341-575790 | Fax. +62 341-575790
Email: pdik.fk@ub.ac.id

Contact Person:
Indah Wulandari – Academic Section (+62 811-3590-859)