FACULTY PROFILE
The Faculty of Cultural Studies at Universitas Brawijaya (FCS UB) was officially established on August 10, 2009, under the Rector’s Decree No: 0279A/SK/2009. The faculty comprises three departments:
The Department of Languages & Literature
Houses the:
- Undergraduate Programmes: English Literature, Japanese Literature, French Language and Literature, Chinese Literature
- Graduate Programmes: Master’s in Linguistics
- International Programmes: English Literature, Japanese Literature, Chinese Literature
The Department of Language Education
Houses the undergraduate programs of English Language Education, Japanese Language Education, and Indonesian Language and Literature Education.
The Department of Arts & Cultural Anthropology
Houses the undergraduate programs of Fine Arts and Anthropology.
All study programmes have achieved A and B accreditation grades, with the Japanese Literature programme additionally receiving AUN QA certification. The presence of international classes and students participating in Double Degree and Exchange Programmes underscores the faculty’s global recognition.
The curriculum is meticulously crafted to meet the challenges of both the professional and academic landscapes in the global era. The faculty actively engages in scientific endeavours with leading practitioners and scholars, both domestically and internationally. Furthermore, students have access to various national and international scholarships.
The Faculty of Cultural Studies prioritises excellence in cultural research to enhance its competitive edge. In terms of community service, the faculty is committed to empowering human resources through partnerships with local communities.
In 2023, Universitas Brawijaya (UB) made two significant changes to respond to technological advancements and bureaucratic reforms. UB established an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Centre to adapt to technological progress and initiated an Integrity Zone to achieve good, clean governance with an international reputation. In response, FCS UB designated Digital Humanities as the faculty’s Centre of Excellence (CoE) in September 2023. Additionally, FCS UB is developing a culture-based industry to play a more active role in supporting the development, preservation, and utilization of cultural heritage, as well as preparing students to thrive in an increasingly competitive and innovative job market.
Public trust in the Faculty of Cultural Studies is continually bolstered by the implementation of efficient and transparent administrative processes, driven by technological advancements. The faculty collaborates extensively with various entities at local, regional, national, and international levels. As part of its commitment to achieving a quality management system and clean bureaucracy, FCS UB declared and implemented an Integrity Zone in October 2023.
The Faculty of Cultural Studies is dedicated to providing mentoring services for students with disabilities, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity in educational services. The faculty also prioritises the safety and well-being of its members by addressing offensive cases such as sexual violence and bullying. Victims can report to an assigned service unit to seek protection and safety. The Faculty of Cultural Studies aims to establish a comfortable and secure environment for all faculty members to achieve their goals conveniently.
With a forward-looking approach, the Faculty of Cultural Studies at Universitas Brawijaya remains optimistic and committed to achieving further success in both national and international arenas.