Overview
Universitas Bengkulu, known as UNIB, is a public university in the city of Bengkulu on the west coast of Sumatra.
It was established under Presidential Instruction Number 17 of 1982 and was inaugurated by the Minister of Education and Culture, making it the main state university in the province. Teaching is organised into eight faculties: Teacher Training and Education, Law, Economics and Business, Social and Political Sciences, Agriculture, Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine and Health Sciences.
Together they offer vocational diplomas, bachelor's programmes, master's programmes, doctoral programmes and professional programmes in teaching, midwifery and medicine, with the official programme list maintained by the university's planning and student affairs office. Postgraduate study is a notable strength, with doctoral programmes in fields such as education, economics, management, law, agriculture and natural resource management.
Many programmes carry current national accreditation, and several have reached the top accreditation grade.
The university has an English-language website for international audiences and has announced a scholarship for foreign students applying to bachelor's programmes. Domestic admission runs through a dedicated entrance-selection portal, and the main campus is located on Jalan W.R.
Supratman in the Kandang Limun area of Bengkulu city.
Location & Contact
Geographic and contact information for Bengkulu University is listed below.
Academic Details
Bengkulu University's student body, faculty composition, and recognition framework are below.
Academic Structures
Bengkulu University's academic units are listed below, by type.
Unit 8 items
- Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis
- Fakultas Hukum
- Fakultas Ilmu Sosial dan Ilmu Politik
- Fakultas Kedokteran dan Ilmu Kesehatan
- Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan
- Fakultas Matematika dan Ilmu Pengetahuan Alam
- Fakultas Pertanian
- Fakultas Teknik
Faculties & Divisions
Each of Bengkulu University's faculties and its subject areas are listed below.
Postgraduate Studies (Course/Programme) 18 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Business Education
- Civil Law
- Comparative Law
- Criminal Law
- Development Studies
- Environmental Management
- Environmental Studies
- Government
- Indonesian
- Law
- Management
- Native Language Education
- Natural Resources
- Political Sciences
- Public Administration
- Rural Planning
- Technology Education
- Town Planning
Agriculture (Faculty) 14 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Agricultural Business
- Agricultural Economics
- Agricultural Engineering
- Agriculture
- Agronomy
- Animal Husbandry
- Economics
- Forest Products
- Forestry
- Industrial Engineering
- Marine Science and Oceanography
- Plant and Crop Protection
- Plant Pathology
- Soil Science
Economics (Faculty) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Accountancy
- Civics
- Communication Studies
- Development Studies
- Economics
- English
- Management
Education and Teacher Training (Faculty) 18 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Education
- Educational and Student Counselling
- Educational Sciences
- English
- Foreign Languages Education
- Health Education
- Indonesian
- Literature
- Mathematics Education
- Native Language Education
- Physical Education
- Physics
- Preschool Education
- Primary Education
- Science Education
- Teacher Training
Engineering (Faculty) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
Law (Faculty) 24 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Administrative Law
- Civil Law
- Commercial Law
- Comparative Law
- Criminal Law
- Criminology
- Economics
- English
- Environmental Management
- Ethics
- Finance
- Government
- Heritage Preservation
- Human Rights
- Indonesian
- Insurance
- International Law
- Islamic Law
- Labour Law
- Law
- Natural Sciences
- Private Law
- Religious Education
- Taxation
Mathematics and Natural Sciences (Faculty) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
- Physics
Medicine and Health Science (Faculty) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Health Sciences
- Medicine
Social and Political Sciences (Faculty) 11 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Administration
- Communication Studies
- Government
- Journalism
- Library Science
- Political Sciences
- Public Administration
- Secretarial Studies
- Social Sciences
- Social Welfare
- Sociology
Programs Offered
Search and filter Bengkulu University's available programmes by degree level.
89 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Indonesia
Bachelor's Degree 50 programmes
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Master's Degree 23 programmes
Showing 10 of 23.
Doctorate 7 programmes
Associate's Degree 5 programmes
Higher Diploma 1 programme
Postgraduate Certificate 3 programmes
How to apply to Bengkulu University
A five-step guide to applying to Bengkulu University.
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Browse the programme catalogue
Use the programme finder to browse Bengkulu University's 89 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.
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Check eligibility for your chosen programme
Programme-level requirements at Bengkulu University typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.
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Get your documents ready
Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.
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Apply through the official channel
Bengkulu University processes applications through www.unib.ac.id. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.
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Reach out and track your application
Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. You can reach the institution by email at rektorat@unib.ac.id or by phone at 62-736-21170. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bengkulu University
Frequently asked questions about Bengkulu University.
When was Bengkulu University founded?
Bengkulu University was established in 1982 (approximately 44 years ago).
Where is Bengkulu University located?
Bengkulu University is located in Bengkulu, Indonesia.
Is Bengkulu University public or private?
It is a public higher-education institution.
What degrees does Bengkulu University offer?
Programmes at Bengkulu University cover diploma and certificate programmes.
How is Bengkulu University organised academically?
Bengkulu University is organised into 8 academic units across its disciplines.
Is Bengkulu University officially recognised?
Bengkulu University is accredited by National Accreditation Agency for Higher Education (BAN-PT).
What is Bengkulu University's official website?
Bengkulu University's official website is www.unib.ac.id.
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