Exchange guide Universitas Udayana
Courses, housing, visa, campus life and exchange basics for studying at Universitas Udayana in Bali, Indonesia.
Study abroad at Universitas Udayana (UNUD): overview
Study abroad at Universitas Udayana (UNUD) makes sense when the academic fit is stronger than the destination brand alone and you are honest about everyday logistics. Universitas Udayana (UNUD), founded in 1962 and named after the 11th-century Balinese king and scholar Mpu Kuturan (Udayana), is one of Bali's main public universities, with approximately 30,000 students across 13 faculties. Useful proof points: Visible university community; verify the current headcount on the official page.; Visible international community; confirm the current figure before making decisions.; Tourism and Hospitality Management, Balinese Arts and Culture, Medicine and Public Health. Before choosing, confirm teaching language, faculty seats and housing near the campus.
Enrollment
Visible university community; verify the current headcount on the official page.
International Mix
Visible international community; confirm the current figure before making decisions.
Why students choose it
Best for students who want Tourism and Hospitality Management, Balinese Arts and Culture, Medicine and Public Health and are willing to check language, seats, campus rules and housing before choosing.
Language of instruction: Indonesian/Bahasa Indonesia (primary); English-taught courses and programmes available for exchange students
Exchange & application at Universitas Udayana (UNUD)
Start with home-university nomination, then application, Learning Agreement, insurance and course approval. At Universitas Udayana (UNUD), rules can sit at faculty level, so do not promise yourself courses before they are validated.
✅Requirements
Application, transcript, study plan, English proof, KITAS documents, and comprehensive health insurance.
📨Nomination Process
Home international office nominates to UNUD's International Affairs Office. UNUD contacts student directly.
🛂Visa Support
Indonesia requires KITAS (Kartu Izin Tinggal Terbatas) for study stays over 60 days. UNUD IAO provides visa support letter. Apply at Indonesian embassy — allow 8 weeks minimum.
👥Buddy System
UNUD Buddy Programme pairs exchange students with Balinese student volunteers — excellent for cultural immersion.
🧭Orientation Week
UNUD International Student Orientation at semester start — campus tour, KITAS registration, Balinese culture introduction.
🗓️Deadlines by intake
| Intake | Nomination deadline | Application deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Odd semester (Sep–Jan) | May 31 | June 30 |
| Even semester (Feb–Jun) | November 30 | December 31 |
Arrival Checklist
- Arrange KITAS before arrival — apply at Indonesian embassy with UNUD support letter (allow 8 weeks).
- Register with UNUD IAO within first 3 days — KITAS registration, student card, faculty introduction.
- Get Indonesian SIM card (Telkomsel — best Bali coverage) on arrival — essential for navigation and transport.
- Download Gojek — primary transport app in Bali. Motorbike (ojek) is the main local mode for students.
Academics & courses at Universitas Udayana (UNUD)
Academics combine credits, exam calendars and faculty-level rules. Check prerequisites, the real teaching language of each course and whether course lists can change before enrolment.
📝Course Registration
Course registration via UNUD SIMAK-NG system after admission. English-taught courses available for international students. Faculty-specific process — confirm with UNUD IAO.
🎓Credit System
Indonesia uses SKS (Satuan Kredit Semester). UNUD provides ECTS equivalences. Typically 1 SKS = ~1.5–2 ECTS. Full semester = 18–24 SKS.
💯Grading System
Indonesian letter grade: A (4.0) = 80–100, B+ (3.5) = 75–79, B (3.0) = 70–74. Grade conversion provided.
✍️Exam Culture
Midterm (UTS) and final exams (UAS) plus coursework. Tourism and arts programmes include project work and field assignments. Attendance strictly enforced.
📚Library Access
UNUD Central Library at Bukit Jimbaran — digital access with student card. Faculty libraries at each campus.
Tuition & fees at Universitas Udayana (UNUD)
For exchange, separate home tuition, local admin fees, insurance and living costs. Full-degree tuition is a different category and must be checked on the official fee page.
| Student Type | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| EXCHANGE | €0 to UNUD (pay home institution fees only) | Bilateral exchange students pay no tuition to UNUD. Bali living costs: €400–700/month — affordable with excellent quality of life. |
| Full degree – international student | IDR 15,000,000–40,000,000/year (~€900–2,400) | UNUD is a public Indonesian university — international fees much lower than comparable Asian institutions. |
| Full degree – international (higher programmes) | IDR 30,000,000–80,000,000/year (~€1,800–4,800) | Medicine and specialist programmes higher. Indonesia LPDP scholarship available for exceptional candidates. |
€0 to UNUD (pay home institution fees only)
Bilateral exchange students pay no tuition to UNUD. Bali living costs: €400–700/month — affordable with excellent quality of life.
IDR 15,000,000–40,000,000/year (~€900–2,400)
UNUD is a public Indonesian university — international fees much lower than comparable Asian institutions.
IDR 30,000,000–80,000,000/year (~€1,800–4,800)
Medicine and specialist programmes higher. Indonesia LPDP scholarship available for exceptional candidates.
Fees change annually — verify current rates on the official exchange office page
Student housing at Universitas Udayana (UNUD)
Housing near Universitas Udayana (UNUD) should move in parallel with the application. Compare residence, private room, transport route and contract terms before arrival.
Full housing guide
Find housing in Bali
Official contacts, student residences, private platforms, tips & red flags.
Insurance & campus support at Universitas Udayana (UNUD)
Use the international office, faculty coordinator, library, wellbeing services and student groups from week one. Asking early prevents small admin mistakes from becoming blockers.
🛡️Mandatory Insurance
Yes.
🏥Campus Clinic
UNUD Health Clinic at Bukit Jimbaran campus — primary care and basic emergency treatment.
🧠Mental Health
UNUD student counselling services — psychological support available at campus clinics.
BPJS Kesehatan (national insurance)
~IDR 150,000–300,000/month (~€9–18)
Excellent value for stays over 1 month. Covers most Indonesian public hospitals. Register through UNUD IAO.
International travel + medical insurance
€200–400/year
Strongly recommended for medical evacuation, repatriation, and private hospital access.
Student life at Universitas Udayana (UNUD)
Student life depends on repeatable routines: associations, sport, ESN or faculty groups. Do not wait for the campus to do all the work; join repeated channels early.
Student Clubs
- BEM UNUD
- Balinese arts clubs
- Surf Club
- Environmental groups
Buddy Program
UNUD Buddy Programme pairs exchange students with Balinese student volunteers.
Sports & Recreation
- UNUD Sport facilities (gym, courts)
- Surfing at Kuta, Canggu, and Uluwatu (15–30 min from campus)
- Diving at Amed and Nusa Penida (day trips)
- Cycling through Ubud rice terraces (40 min from campus)
Your First 2 Weeks
- Register with UNUD IAO on Day 1 — KITAS, student card, and faculty introduction.
- Rent a motorbike or scooter — essential for Bali student life and the most affordable transport.
- Attend a Kecak fire dance at Uluwatu Temple at sunset — one of the world's great cultural experiences, 20 min from campus.
- Go surfing at Kuta Beach on the first weekend — basic lessons available, waves accessible for beginners, and Bali surf culture is central to student life.
Key exchange dates at Universitas Udayana (UNUD)
The critical dates are nomination, application, fee or registration steps, course selection, housing, arrival and exams. Keep resit periods visible before booking return travel.
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Before nomination
Confirm active bilateral agreement. English-track availability by faculty — Tourism and Social Sciences widest selection.
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2
Nomination (Odd semester)
May 31
Home coordinator nominates to UNUD IAO.
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3
KITAS visa
8 weeks before arrival
Apply at Indonesian embassy with UNUD support letter — mandatory for stays over 60 days.
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4
International Orientation
August/September
Attend — KITAS registration, student card, campus tour, cultural introduction.
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5
Galungan and Nyepi
Variable (Balinese Saka calendar)
Balinese Hindu festivals — campus closes. Nyepi (Day of Silence) is island-wide blackout. Extraordinary cultural experience.