Master’s Degree

Profile

The Master’s Program of Biochemistry is one of the study programs organized by the Department of Biochemistry, IPB University. The Department of Biochemistry was formed based on the Decree of the Chancellor of IPB University No. 001/K13/PP/2005 with the mandate to Develop Basic Science, Concepts, and Methods in the Field of Biochemistry. The formulation of the vision and mission is prepared by taking into account several factors, namely the vision and mission of the institution (Graduate School and IPB University), the vision and mission of a world-class university, and developments in the needs of the community and other stakeholders.

Accrediation: A

Competence of graduates

1. Able to master the theory of biochemistry and its applications supported by the ability to: (a) master the functions and operations of the latest instruments, (b) master the processes of biotransformation, biosynthesis, or bioanalysis of biological materials; and (c) mastering relevant biotechnology applications in biochemistry
2. Able to solve science and technology problems related to the use of biological resources through experimental approaches, theoretical deduction or computation/simulation, and inter- or multidisciplinary approaches, characterized by the production of works that have the potential to be applied in solving these science and technology problems
3. Able to deepen or expand biochemistry knowledge and its applications by producing models/methods/theory development that are accurate, tested, innovative, and can be scientifically published in nationally or internationally accredited scientific journals

Learning Outcomes

1. Able to develop and update knowledge and technology in the field of Biochemistry through research in the fields of Agricultural and Environmental Biochemistry, Bioenergetics, Biochemical Engineering and Enzymology, and Medical Biochemistry to produce proven innovative works
2. Able to solve science and technology problems in Biochemistry in the field of Biochemistry through research in the fields of Agricultural and Environmental Biochemistry, Bioenergetics, Biochemical Engineering and Enzymology, and Medical Biochemistry through inter or multidisciplinary approaches
3. Able to manage biochemical research and development that benefits society and science, and can gain national and international recognition

Curriculum

The Curriculum of the Master’s Program of Biochemistry was formed based on the Decree of the Chancellor of IPB University No. 05/K13/PP/2006 concerning Guidelines for Developing the Major Minor System Curriculum for the Postgraduate Education Program of IPB University and adjusted to the rules that apply at the national level (Kepmendiknas No. 232/U/2000). The curriculum that has been formulated is translated and included in the 2013 Postgraduate School Catalog Book, IPB University, which continues to be refined. The curriculum structure of the Biochemistry Masters Study Program consists of (1) Study program subject groups (MKPS) which include: Compulsory SPs courses, PS major compulsory courses, and PS major elective courses; (2) Colloquium (explanation of research proposals) and Seminar on Research Results; and (3) Research and Thesis Writing.

Credit Details:

• Postgraduate Compulsory Courses = 6 credits
• Major Compulsory Course of Biochemistry Postgraduate = 17 credits
• Major Elective Subject of Biochemistry Postgraduate = 8 credits
• Colloquium (1 credit) dan Seminar (1 credit) = 2 credits
• Research and Thesis Writing = 6 credits

Total credits to gain Master’s degree of Biochemistry = 39 credits

Particular Tasks:

1. Research proposal of colloquium or seminar. Students can conduct a colloquium if they are active students. The material presented in the colloquium is a research proposal draft that has been approved by the Advisory Commission
2. For students who get a score below 3 after taking the exam, they are allowed to retake the test until they get a score of 3, but if they have done the repeat exam and still have not received an increase, then the best score is used

The thesis research is organized as follows:

1. The thesis research is carried out after students have taken ≥ 9 cumulative credits with a GPA ≥ 3.25
2. In thesis research, students are guided by two supervisors, namely the Chairman and Members of the Advisory Commission. The determination of the supervisor is based on the Decree of the Dean of SPs IPB after receiving a proposal from the Head of the Study Program (POB-SPs 05)
3. Before conducting thesis research, students are required to conduct a colloquium (presenting their research proposal (thesis)) in a seminar forum regulated by the Study Program to obtain input for improving the planning of research activities. Proposals to be presented must obtain approval from both thesis advisory commissions
4. The thesis proposal seminar is attended by at least ten students and one supervisor. Students who are invited to the thesis proposal seminar do not have to be from the same batch, they can come from the previous or the next batch
5. After submitting their proposal, students are required to revise the proposal no later than two weeks after the seminar
6. Based on the proposal that has been approved by the two supervisors and the head of the Study Program, students carry out research in the laboratory/field by following the procedures for carrying out thesis research (POB-SPs 09)
7. The results of the thesis research activities are presented in a seminar paper which is approved by the supervisory committee. Students can conduct seminars if they are active students. Before conducting a seminar, students are required to attend seminars 13 (thirteen) times, at least seven times in their scientific group, and the rest is evenly distributed in other scientific groups. The selection of scientific groups is carried out by students together with the supervising commission and or the head of the study program. The conditions and stages of holding the seminar are regulated in POB-SPs 11. The duration of the seminar is one hour with 20-25 minutes of presentation details, and 35-40 minutes of discussion and comments (including the supervising commission). The seminar is guided by the seminar committee
8. After the research report is compiled (in the form of a thesis) and approved by the two supervisors, students have the right to ask the study program manager to have their thesis tested
9. The thesis examination is carried out by a team of examiners consisting of three people, namely a chairman and a member of the supervising commission as well as one examiner outside the commission determined by the study program
10. The thesis examination can be carried out if the student concerned: (1) has passed all courses including seminars (with GPA ≥ 3.0); (2) the thesis draft has been approved by the supervisory committee; (3) has passed English courses/qualifications; (4) have at least one scientific journal manuscript relating to thesis material that is ready for publication and approved by the chairman of the supervising committee. Procedures and requirements are regulated in POB-SPs 12
11. If after the student’s thesis examination is declared passed with revisions, the student concerned must revise according to the decision of the examining team with a maximum time of 3 months. Proof that students have made revisions is when the thesis is signed by the team of examiners and the head of the Study Program
12. The student graduation date is based on the date of the approval of the last revision of the examiners. At this stage, the thesis has been neatly bound (hardcover), with the cover color according to the provisions of the study program

The last stage was the ratification of the thesis by the Dean of SPs IPB. Ratification is carried out after the thesis is signed by the supervisory commission and obtains the results of approval from the Head of the Study Program.

Syllabus