Curriculum of the German Language Education Program at FPBS UPI

The curriculum of the German Language Education Program is designed for students to complete 144 credit units over the course of eight semesters. Each semester consists of approximately 21-22 credit units and spans 16 meetings. Core program courses are spread from the 1st semester to the 6th semester. The courses offered in the 7th semester are essentially advanced specialized courses. In the 7th semester, students are directed to participate in the Credit Transfer Program (MBKM) with a total of 20 credit units, allowing courses offered in the 7th semester to be converted into MBKM activities.

At the end of the 5th semester, students' proficiency in the German language will be tested with an equivalent B1 CEFR level German language examination. This examination is mandatory and a must-pass requirement for students in the German Language Education Program at the Bachelor's level. In order to perform optimally in this examination, students are provided with a specialized course in the 5th semester that includes preparation for taking the exam.

The substance of the two main studies, namely translation and tourism, is provided as elective courses that can be taken by students starting from the 5th semester. There are 8 elective courses offered to enhance their competencies. The course coverage in the German Language Education Program is illustrated in the following diagram.

Graduate Profile

Graduate Profile (Program Educational Objectives / PEO) of the German Language Education Program at FPBS UPI is to become German language educators with competencies as educators, researchers, and creative economic developers in German language that are characterized and innovative.

Description of Program Educational Objectives / PEO)"

PEO

Description

PEO-1

Graduates are capable of enhancing their competencies in their field of expertise, enabling them to pursue higher education at well-reputed universities both domestically and internationally.

PEO-2

Graduates are able to demonstrate professional performance in their work environment and apply their knowledge in accordance with their expertise.

PEO-3

Graduates are capable of engaging in continuous professional development in the field of German language education and learning and become reference experts in the development of German language education science.

PEO-4

Graduates are capable of entrepreneurship in fields relevant to their expertise, thus contributing to job creation and development for the community.

Indicators for Program Educational Objectives (PEO)

PEOIndikators
PEO-1- Pursuing further education in the field of education at the master's level.
- Having the opportunity to receive scholarships for pursuing higher education from institutions/organizations within and outside the country.
PEO-2- Competent to educate, teach, guide, direct, train, assess, evaluate, and develop German language education and learning.
- Achieving excellence in the workplace, demonstrated by recognition from peers and superiors, as well as receiving job promotions or awards.
- Capable of developing educational institutions at their workplace in accordance with their expertise.
PEO-3- Actively engaging in professional development within their community.
- Competent to assist in identifying educational issues, finding solutions through a scientific procedure, and publishing and disseminating their research results.
- Engaging in educational research and being able to publish reputable academic work nationally and internationally in the field of German language education and learning.
- Invited as a speaker in academic forums on German language education and learning.
PEO-4- Able to develop various innovations needed in the education process, thus creating job opportunities for the community.
- Becoming a community figure in various community service and empowerment activities.

Graduate Learning Outcomes

Curriculum Structure

Information:
MKU (Mata Kuliah Umum) = General Courses
MKDK (Mata Kuliah Dasar Kependidikan) = Basic Educational Courses
MKKF (Mata Kuliah Keahlian Fakultas) = Faculty-Specific Courses
MKKPBS (Mata Kuliah Keahlian Pembelajaran Bidang Studi) = Field of Study Teaching Specialization Courses
MKM (Mata Kuliah Microteaching) - Microteaching Courses
MKKIPS (Mata Kuliah Keahlian Program Studi) - Program Study Courses
MKKPPS (Mata Kuliah Keahlian Pilihan Program Studi) = Program Study Elective Courses