Semester start for Sustainability Management
Welcome to the Master’s Programme in Sustainability Management!
We are so glad that you chose this important, interesting and international master’s program that we offer in collaboration with University of Gadjah Mada (UGM), Indonesia.
Welcome as a new student!
Since the first two semesters are taught at UGM, we have gathered information on this webpage that will help you on the way as a new student in this double degree- program.
See also:
- bjorn-tore.flaten@uia.no
- Phone
- +47 38 14 23 12
- silje.h.grimsli@uia.no
- Phone
- +47 38 14 21 45
Office of International Affairs
Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Gadjah Mada
- Email: oia-mm.feb@ugm.ac.id
- Phone: +628112832960
Important Dates
Digital Information Meeting: 3 June
Digital Information Meeting
If you have been offered a study place, you will receive a Zoom link.
The following topics will be discussed:
- The academic content of the master’s programme
- Information about the pre-course
- Information about visa applications and financial support from Lånekassen
- Tips for travelling to Indonesia, how to find housing and other student experiences
- Information about the semester start and Orientation Week
- There will also be time for questions from applicants
Pre MBA Online: 2 - 20 July
Pre MBA Online via Zoom
- Lecturing session (June 2–16)
- Final exam (July 20)
Orientation Week: 10 - 15 August
Orientation Week
At UGM, there will be an Orientation Week from August 10–15. This is for all the international students, and you will get a lot of information and help from the start.
It is important that you participate this week, and we therefore recommend that you arrive in Yogyakarta during week 32 (August 3–8).
For more information about the Orientation Week, a link to UGM's webpage will come shortly.
Start of academic activities: 18 August
Start of academic activities, study year 2026/ 2027
The start of the academic activities is August 18. You will get more information about the Study start in e-mails from the International Office at UGM during the summer.
Timeline for Visa and Required Documentation
Planning your stay at UGM requires preparation, particularly with regard to visa processing and required documentation. Please follow the timeline below to ensure a smooth application process.
May–June (2–3 months before departure)
- Ensure your passport is valid for at least 24 months from the time of application
- Begin preparing required documentation:
- Obtain a medical certificate from a licensed physician
- Review and arrange appropriate health and travel insurance coverage
- Upload all required documentation to the UGM application portal
- Typical documents include:
- Copy of passport
- Letter of admission
- Medical certificate
- CV and academic transcripts
- Typical documents include:
- Await issuance of the following documents from UGM:
- Sponsor Letter
- Warranty Statement Letter
ℹ️ These documents are essential and must be obtained before proceeding with your visa application.
June (2 month before departure)
- Initiate the student visa application process
The process is coordinated through UGM and involves several stages:
UGM → Ministry of Education → Directorate General of Immigration
⚠️ This stage is often time-consuming and may represent a processing bottleneck. Students are therefore strongly advised to begin as early as possible.
July (4–6 weeks before departure)
- Receive your e-visa (typically C9 or equivalent)
- Book your flights
- Finalize health preparations:
- Ensure valid travel insurance is in place
- Complete recommended vaccinations
July (1–2 weeks before departure)
- Conduct a final check of all documentation:
- Printed copies of all documents
- Copy of your visa
- Contact details for UGM Office of International Affairs (OIA)
First week in August (upon arrival in Yogyakarta)
- Report to the Office of International Affairs (OIA) at UGM
- Initiate the process of converting your visa into a KITAS (Temporary Residence Permit)
- Register your residential address with the relevant authorities
⚠️ These steps are mandatory and must be completed shortly after arrival.
Question?
If you have any questions regarding the application process or required documentation, please contact the Office of International Affairs at UGM or the International office at University of Agder.