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Recognized by Global Visionary Leaders
We are a national strategic asset, positioned to shape Indonesia's future.
H.E. Suhail Al Mazrouei
Minister of Energy and Infrastructure of the United Arab Emirates
Appreciation for the Establishment of the Future Studies
أعبر عن تقديري العميق لفريق جامعة نهضة العلماء في يوجياكارتا وفريق جامعة محمد بن زايد للعلوم الإنسانية على جهودهم المستمرة في تحقيق تأسيس كلية محمد بن زايد للدراسات المستقبلية
I express my deep appreciation to the team at Nahdlatul Ulama University in Yogyakarta and the team at Mohammed bin Zayed University for Humanities for their ongoing efforts in establishing the Mohammed bin Zayed College of Future Studies.
Prof. Dr. Pratikno, M.Soc.Sc
Coordinating Minister for Human Development and Culture of the Republic of Indonesia
Building Modernization, Strengthening the Curriculum
UNU Yogyakarta tidak hanya sedang memperbaiki gedung, tapi juga yang lebih penting memperkuat kurikulum, mentoring, dan program inkubasi. UNU Yogyakarta diharapkan tidak hanya bermanfaat bagi mahasiswa, tapi juga menjadi lokomotif kemajuan bagi masyarakat dan keluarga besar nahdliyin.
UNU Yogyakarta is not only renovating its buildings, but also, more importantly, strengthening its curriculum, mentoring, and incubation programs. It is hoped that UNU Yogyakarta will not only benefit students but also become a driving force for progress for the community and the Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) community.
Dr. (H.C.) K.H. Yahya Cholil Staquf
Chairman of the Nahdlatul Ulama Executive Board (PBNU)
Catalyst for Innovation NU Higher Education
UNU Yogyakarta dirancang sebagai inkubator dan katalisator inovasi pendidikan tinggi Nahdlatul Ulama.
UNU Yogyakarta is designed as an incubator and catalyst for innovation in Nahdlatul Ulama higher education.
Salman Subakat
CEO of PT Paragon Technology and Innovation
Becoming a Solution for Indonesia
UNU Yogyakarta akan menjadi solusi bagi permasalahan jutaan masyarakat Indonesia seperti yang dicita-citakan para pendiri bangsa. Selayaknya mercusuar yang tidak hanya dikagumi kemegahannya tapi juga memberikan cahaya bagi kapal-kapal untuk berlayar dan berlabuh.
UNU Yogyakarta will be the solution to the problems of millions of Indonesians as envisioned by the founding fathers of the nation. A lighthouse should not only be admired for its splendor but also provides light for ships to sail and anchor.
Adamas Belva Syah Devara, M.P.A., M.B.A.
Co-Founder and CEO of Ruangguru
Campus with a Start-Up Mindset
Agility, innovation, and a growth mindset are key components for disrupting higher education in today's rapidly changing world. As a new institution, UNU Yogyakarta is well-equipped to play this crucial role by adopting a start-up mindset.
Flagship Program
We Build for Tomorrow, Today
Through strategic collaborations with global partners, UNU Yogyakarta has established revolutionary flagship programs that position Indonesia at the forefront of global education innovation
Learn More About Our International Programs
Innovative international programs preparing future professionals through strategic collaborations with partner countries around the world.
Snapshot of Our Initiatives
From international collaborations to vibrant campus life, discover the diverse initiatives and student activities that demonstrate our dedication to creating future-ready leaders and lasting community impact.
Get to Know UNU Yogyakarta
UNU Yogyakarta is not just an ordinary educational institution confined to campus boundaries, but a university whose impact extends across various sectors and nations.
Welcome to Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama (UNU) Yogyakarta, Indonesia.
1 Jan 2025
Mohammed Bin Zayed College For Future Studies (MBZ CFS)
1 Jan 2025
India-Indonesia School for Food Security
1 Jan 2025
Russia School Of Atomic Energy
1 Jan 2025
Social Laboratory (LABSOS) UNU Yogyakarta
1 Jan 2025
China-Indonesia Faculty of Future Metallurgy
1 Jan 2025
Center for Football Industry Innovation
1 Jan 2025
Where Indonesia Converges
From Sabang to Merauke, UNU Yogyakarta attracts students representing Indonesia's full diversity, creating a vibrant community united by excellence.
Our students diverse from
184 Cities
in Indonesia
9 Students
from overseas
300+ Partners, Infinite Possibilities
In just 2 years, UNU Yogyakarta has rapidly expanded our network to collaborate with over 300 companies and institutions, creating unprecedented opportunities for innovation, learning, and impact across industries and borders.
Awards & Accolades
Recognized globally for excellence in innovations and transformative education
Meet Our Exceptional Talents
Our UNU Yogyakarta family is filled with exceptional people. Discover the inspiring stories of our alumni, faculty, staff, and leaders whose outstanding achievements reflect the excellence we cultivate together.
Professional
Dr. Fahmy Akbar Idries
Interim Rector (2026-present)
Rector, Strategic Leader in Banking, Governance, and Higher Education
Dr. Fahmy Akbar Idries is a strategic leader with over 20 years of expertise in banking finance, risk management, public sector governance, and organizational development. He currently serves as the Acting Rector of UNU Yogyakarta and has held numerous executive and board-level roles, including Independent Commissioner for regional development banks and President Director for various financial institutions. Dr. Fahmy is a highly certified banking expert, a national resilience program (PPRA XLIX Lemhannas RI) graduate , and a prominent figure in major organizational networks such as KADIN and Central Board of Nahdlatul Ulama (PBNU).
Social Activist and Ulama
Dr. Abdul Ghoffar
Vice Rector for Islamic Boarding Education (Kepesantrenan) and Social Transformation
Dr. Abdul Ghoffar, MBA serves as Vice Rector for Islamic Boarding Education and Social Transformation at UNU Yogyakarta. With doctorate in Management and Public Policy from Gadjah Mada University, MBA from University of Abertay Dundee UK, and bachelor's in Arabic Literature, he blends academic expertise with practical orientation. Previously Senior Vice Rector and Vice Rector for Academic Affairs, he is actively engaged in Nahdlatul Ulama leadership roles for social transformation and community empowerment.
Social Activist and Ulama
Dr. Suhadi Cholil
Vice Rector for Research, Innovation, and Social Transformation
Dr. Suhadi Cholil is an Indonesian scholar specializing in interreligious studies, human rights, and Islam's intersection with environmental issues. He serves as Vice Rector for Research, Innovation, and Social Transformation at UNU Yogyakarta, postgraduate lecturer, and senior researcher at Center for Religious and Cross-Cultural Studies, Gadjah Mada University. Previously researcher at Australian National University and University of Western Australia, his publications address religious freedom, extremism prevention, and eco-theology, promoting dialogue, moderation, and sustainable practices.
Professional
Ian Agisti Dewi Rani
Vice Rector for Partnerships, Business, and Creative Funding
Ian serves as Vice Rector at UNU Yogyakarta, driving the university’s global engagement, digital business transformation, and creative revenue strategies. Leveraging over a decade of experience at tech unicorns like Bukalapak and impact agencies, she is dedicated to bridging academia and industry to ensure organisation sustainability. A recognized Indonesia Young Women Future Business Leader and UN Women WEPs awardee, Ian spearheads initiatives that connect education with real-world impact.
Professional
Dr. Fahmy Akbar Idries
Interim Rector (2026-present)
Rector, Strategic Leader in Banking, Governance, and Higher Education
Dr. Fahmy Akbar Idries is a strategic leader with over 20 years of expertise in banking finance, risk management, public sector governance, and organizational development. He currently serves as the Acting Rector of UNU Yogyakarta and has held numerous executive and board-level roles, including Independent Commissioner for regional development banks and President Director for various financial institutions. Dr. Fahmy is a highly certified banking expert, a national resilience program (PPRA XLIX Lemhannas RI) graduate , and a prominent figure in major organizational networks such as KADIN and Central Board of Nahdlatul Ulama (PBNU).
Social Activist and Ulama
Dr. Abdul Ghoffar
Vice Rector for Islamic Boarding Education (Kepesantrenan) and Social Transformation
Dr. Abdul Ghoffar, MBA serves as Vice Rector for Islamic Boarding Education and Social Transformation at UNU Yogyakarta. With doctorate in Management and Public Policy from Gadjah Mada University, MBA from University of Abertay Dundee UK, and bachelor's in Arabic Literature, he blends academic expertise with practical orientation. Previously Senior Vice Rector and Vice Rector for Academic Affairs, he is actively engaged in Nahdlatul Ulama leadership roles for social transformation and community empowerment.
Social Activist and Ulama
Dr. Suhadi Cholil
Vice Rector for Research, Innovation, and Social Transformation
Dr. Suhadi Cholil is an Indonesian scholar specializing in interreligious studies, human rights, and Islam's intersection with environmental issues. He serves as Vice Rector for Research, Innovation, and Social Transformation at UNU Yogyakarta, postgraduate lecturer, and senior researcher at Center for Religious and Cross-Cultural Studies, Gadjah Mada University. Previously researcher at Australian National University and University of Western Australia, his publications address religious freedom, extremism prevention, and eco-theology, promoting dialogue, moderation, and sustainable practices.
Professional
Ian Agisti Dewi Rani
Vice Rector for Partnerships, Business, and Creative Funding
Ian serves as Vice Rector at UNU Yogyakarta, driving the university’s global engagement, digital business transformation, and creative revenue strategies. Leveraging over a decade of experience at tech unicorns like Bukalapak and impact agencies, she is dedicated to bridging academia and industry to ensure organisation sustainability. A recognized Indonesia Young Women Future Business Leader and UN Women WEPs awardee, Ian spearheads initiatives that connect education with real-world impact.
Stay Updated: News and Highlights
UNU Yogyakarta isn't just preparing for the future—we're creating it daily. From breakthrough research collaborations to student innovations that solve real-world problems, our campus pulses with the energy of transformation.
Events & Community Impact
14 Jul 2026
UNU Jogja Equips Students to Build Personal Branding and Strengthen Career Competitiveness
UNU Jogja, through Pusdeka and in collaboration with the Directorate of Student Affairs and Employability and LKKNU DIY, held the Personal Branding: Zero to Hero program for students.
Student Life & Achievements
13 Jul 2026
UNU Jogja Lecturer Awarded Spencer Foundation Research Grant to Study Digital Culture and Bullying in Elementary Schools
UNU Jogja Lecturer Dr. Hidar Amaruddin, M.Pd., Secures International Small Research Grant from the Spencer Foundation, United States
Events & Community Impact
10 Jul 2026
UNU Jogja Strengthens Yogyakarta’s MSMEs Through Cross-Faculty Mentoring in Business Incubation Program with NU Care-LAZISNU DIY
UNU Jogja and NU Care-LAZISNU DIY mentor MSMEs through a Business Incubation Program. Lecturers provide guidance on business development, finance, digital marketing, and legal compliance
Events & Community Impact
10 Jul 2026
School Holiday, Children Learn English and STEAM Through Fun Hands-on Experiments at UNU Jogja
During the school holiday, dozens of elementary students joined UNU Jogja's English & STEAM Program 2026, learning English through fun hands-on experiments and creative STEAM projects
Events & Community Impact
14 Jul 2026
UNU Jogja Equips Students to Build Personal Branding and Strengthen Career Competitiveness
UNU Jogja, through Pusdeka and in collaboration with the Directorate of Student Affairs and Employability and LKKNU DIY, held the Personal Branding: Zero to Hero program for students.
Student Life & Achievements
13 Jul 2026
UNU Jogja Lecturer Awarded Spencer Foundation Research Grant to Study Digital Culture and Bullying in Elementary Schools
UNU Jogja Lecturer Dr. Hidar Amaruddin, M.Pd., Secures International Small Research Grant from the Spencer Foundation, United States
Events & Community Impact
10 Jul 2026
UNU Jogja Strengthens Yogyakarta’s MSMEs Through Cross-Faculty Mentoring in Business Incubation Program with NU Care-LAZISNU DIY
UNU Jogja and NU Care-LAZISNU DIY mentor MSMEs through a Business Incubation Program. Lecturers provide guidance on business development, finance, digital marketing, and legal compliance
Events & Community Impact
10 Jul 2026
School Holiday, Children Learn English and STEAM Through Fun Hands-on Experiments at UNU Jogja
During the school holiday, dozens of elementary students joined UNU Jogja's English & STEAM Program 2026, learning English through fun hands-on experiments and creative STEAM projects
Our Story Continues
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1 Dec 2026
Igniting the Spirit of Innovation (Ed.10)
1 Sep 2025
Urban Mining for a Better World (Ed.9)
1 Jun 2025
UNU Jogja Eight Years Moving Forward (Ed.8)
1 Apr 2025
Bringing Tomorrow’s Global Impact (Ed.11)
1 Dec 2026
Igniting the Spirit of Innovation (Ed.10)
1 Sep 2025
Urban Mining for a Better World (Ed.9)
1 Jun 2025
UNU Jogja Eight Years Moving Forward (Ed.8)
1 Apr 2025
Celebrating Our Achievements
Behind every milestone is a story of dedication and innovation. Explore the remarkable achievements of our students, faculty, and staff who continue to raise the bar and inspire future generations of leaders.
