Jakarta State University (reviews)

Jakarta State of University is one of the top local universities in Indonesia, the professors and alumni are created into individuals who ready to work in the future either in home county or overseas.

Jakarta States University (UNJ) is a great choice if you’re looking for a campus that offers education-related programs in Jakarta.

I’ve been studying here for a couple of years—specifically at Campus A—and I’m really glad I chose this place. The infrastructure continues to develop, and the campus is filled with trees, making the environment cooler than the surrounding area. Accessibility is also a plus, with TransJakarta bus stops on both the east side and west side of the university, and an LRT station nearby.

UNJ has produced many talented individuals across various fields, especially in sports and music. Numerous students have won national and international competitions such as Indonesian Idol, The Voice of Indonesia, Pop Academy, Big Stage Malaysia, the ASEAN Games, the SEA Games, and even major international sports events.

S1 Pendidikan Fisika (Banchelor of Physics Education) is the major/study program i pursued at UNJ, I’d personally rate it 4 out of 5 stars. Here are some honest insights:

Pros:
1. The lecturers are highly knowledgeable in both physics and instructional media.
2. They’re compassionate and patient—rarely getting angry with students.
3. If your score falls slightly below the passing grade, but you’ve shown good effort and attitude, they’ll support you to meet the requirements.
4. Seniors often offer free tutoring sessions before midterms and final exams.
5. You can nurture your interests by joining various student communities—ranging from small-scale study program clubs to larger campus-wide organizations (though the latter may require more time). Options include Arts & Literature, Research & Development, Entrepreneurship, Scouts, Military Reserve, Sports, Nature Lovers, and even campus TV & Radio broadcasting.
6. As a graduate of UNJ’s Physics Education program, I’ve been able to successfully compete in learning media innovation and have received several awards—thanks to the solid educational foundation and experiences provided.
7. Student achievements (e.g., winning a competition or publishing an article, proceeding, or journal) are recognized through a merit system. Those with high merit scores may even be listed among the Top 10 Students in the faculty and will receive awards.

Cons:
1. Some assignments from textbooks can be quite challenging, requiring teamwork to solve.
2. The Learning Management System (LMS) interface is outdated and not very engaging.
3. There used to be chemistry lab classes held far from the main campus (1–2 km away, under the hot sun). Fortunately, new buildings may have solved this issue.

Overall, my experience at UNJ has shaped not only my academic journey but also my professional identity, and I would recommend it to aspiring educators.