Hey, future UNNES students! Choosing a major in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) definitely takes a lot of grit. Let’s be real, it’s a world of fierce competition, logical puzzles, complex math, and endless lab hours.
But here’s the good news: that hard work pays off big time. STEM graduates are consistently at the top of the list for multinational corporations, state-owned enterprises (BUMN), and government agencies, often coming with highly competitive salary packages.
Tops STEM Majors
If you’re still weighing your options, here are some of the most sought-after majors with the most promising career paths.
1. Information Technology (IT) & Information Systems
In the era of Society 5.0, data and technology are the heart of every industry. The demand for Software Engineers, Data Scientists, and Cyber Security Specialists is skyrocketing. IT graduates rarely find themselves looking for work; in fact, top-tier tech talent is often headhunted by unicorn startups even before they toss their graduation caps.
2. Medicine
The medical profession is one that AI can never fully replace. The need for professional healthcare workers in Indonesia remains critical, especially to ensure equal healthcare access across the country. This major is the ultimate symbol of prestige, humanitarian service, and long-term career stability.
3. Civil Engineering & Architecture
As long as civilization keeps growing, we’ll always need infrastructure buildings, highways, bridges, and ports. Graduates in Civil Engineering and Architecture are trained to be planners, executors, and managers of large-scale projects. If you have a passion for applied physics and spatial design, this is your calling.
4. Sport Science
Don’t underestimate this field, sports is now a massive multi-billion dollar industry driven by science. Sport Science graduates are in high demand as Sport Performance Analysts, physical therapists, and fitness consultants. By blending anatomy, kinesiology, and nutrition, this major produces the experts behind the scenes who help athletes dominate on the world stage.
5. Nutrition & Public Health
The global focus has shifted toward healthy lifestyles and disease prevention. Nationally, experts in Nutrition and Public Health are at the forefront of tackling issues like stunting and designing preventive health policies. Careers await in hospitals, government health departments, and multinational corporate wellness programs.
Build Your Dream STEM Career at UNNES!
Good news! All of these top STEM majors are available right here at Universitas Negeri Semarang (UNNES).
As an “A-accredited” (Unggul) institution, UNNES offers world-class facilities through our Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA), Faculty of Engineering (FT), Faculty of Sports Science (FIK), and Faculty of Medicine (FK). Here, you’ll find modern labs, innovative research centers, and an international-standard curriculum.
Focus Up: UTBK-SNBT and Independent Selection (SM-UNNES)
While SNBP registration has officially closed, don’t lose heart—the door to your dream campus is still wide open!
It’s time to shift your energy toward the UTBK-SNBT and Independent Selection (SM-UNNES). These pathways offer much larger quotas, giving you a golden opportunity to prove your academic skills through the written exams.
What should you do right now?
- Practice, Practice, Practice: Focus on Scholastic Potential Tests (TPS), Literacy, and Mathematical Reasoning.
- Stay Healthy: Balance your study sessions with physical rest so you’re in peak condition on exam day.
- Stay Updated: Don’t miss the UTBK registration window, which opens very soon.
Check out the full details regarding SNBT and Independent Selection admissions at Universitas Negeri Semarang.
