A delegation from the University of Chichester, including Vice Chancellor Professor Symeon Dagkas, Director of Education Policy, Quality and Partnerships Katie Akerman, and Senior Lecturer in Accounting James Wright, visited Indonesia this week. They met with academic leaders at Petra Christian University in East Java to plan a dual award undergraduate accounting programme that meets Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) standards.
This new programme will allow students to gain an internationally recognised qualification while studying in Indonesia, enhancing their career prospects in the global job market. The partnership is a key element of the University of Chichester’s international strategy, aiming to expand its presence in Southeast Asia and strengthen its reputation and links with regional higher education institutions. The project is funded by the British Council.
“"Our visit to Petra Christian University is an exciting step forward. By working together to develop a dual award accounting programme, we can give students access to internationally recognised qualifications while strengthening educational links between the UK and Indonesia. We look forward to developing a long-term partnership that benefits students, staff and employers in both countries."
“"I was pleased to meet colleagues to commence the British Council-funded project enabling a UK–Indonesia dual award in Accounting that’s aligned with ACCA."
During their visit to Indonesia, the University of Chichester group also visited Aventis Graduate School and London School of Business and Finance (LSBF) Malaysia. LSBF is set to introduce the BSc (Hons) Criminology, offered in collaboration with the University of Chichester, with its first intake in February 2027. The visit to Aventis celebrated the existing relationship between the institutions, addressing regional demand for international education and industry-relevant degrees.
