Vision
UPH Center for Foundational Education conducts its academic vocation in transforming the life of students holistically based on and in the framework of Reformed Worldview so as to enable them to appropriate the substance and live as the faithful citizen of the life of the Kingdom.
Mission
In the wholeheartedly faith on the Biblical teaching of createdness of human being in the image and likeness of God endowed with God-given potential in creation, God-preserved potential because of sin, and God-renewed potential because of grace, Center for Foundational Education conducts its academic vocation as a response to the cultural mandate of God, with definite aim:
• to enable students to comprehend and appropriate the notion of the unity of truth,
• to create an educational atmosphere in which students can be nurtured morally and spiritually toward Christ-likeness moral and spiritual formation, and
• to equip and prepare students with analytical, historical and valuing skills
CFE helps me to see things not only within my perspective, but throughout multiple perspective, to help me understand and tackle the problem clearly & more objectively.
CFE has allowed me to think differently about Christianity and it allows me to think deeper about my faith as well.
CFE is very helpful to equip us for our study program, and to equip us with things we need to know for our future profession.
I learned a lot of new things, about Jesus, not just on the surface level, but more in depth of what God is trying to tell us through the bible.
Each of our foundational areas is taught from a Christ-centered perspective. We attempt to teach these foundations in a way that maintains a constant connection both to the lives of the students, and to their educational majors. Our hope is that by providing rigorous Christ-centered foundations in these areas, we will be contributing to the formation of graduates who are not merely proficient, but truly good.
Christian Religion (4)
this course studies the Christian canon within the rubric of salvation history focusing on two particular themes: the kingdom and the covenant. The first half of lecture focuses on the Old Testament (OT) and the second half focuses on the New Testament, and particularly the fulfilment of the OT themes and promises in the person of Jesus Christ.
World Religions (4)
this course will deal with the major religions, namely Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism, New Age, and Christianity. The main focus will be on the distinct and essential teachings of each religion. Without taking pluralist assumptions, it will also discuss some of the ways in which one can relate to people of other faiths like dialogue and possible cooperation for common good as citizens in a multi-religious nation.
God and Creation (4)
This course explores the concept of worldview in a general sense and then examines the particular characteristics of the Christian worldview, which is grounded in the framework of the Bible as sacred Scripture with its grand narrative — including its history, formation, key elements, and the evaluation of worldviews.
God and Universe (4)
The course God and the Universe examines the concept of worldview through the ideas of key philosophers in the history of Western thought, particularly those whose philosophical reflections address the nature of the universe, God, and humanity. The course framework encompasses philosophical developments from the classical, medieval, modern, and contemporary periods.
God and Sin (4)
In this course, students will engage with Hamartiology (the doctrine of sin), focusing on humanity’s fall into sin and its effects on humankind and the created order; Christology (the doctrine of Jesus Christ), emphasizing the person and work of Christ; and Soteriology (the doctrine of salvation) within the Reformed theological framework, particularly through the lens of TULIP (Total Depravity, Unconditional Election, Limited Atonement, Irresistible Grace, and Perseverance of the Saints) and the ordo salutis (the order of salvation).
Humanity and Morality (4)
The course Humanity and Morality aims to introduce the field of ethics—including meta-ethics, normative ethics, and applied ethics—to enable students to understand and apply philosophical knowledge of moral philosophy in making sound moral decisions.
God and The New Creation (4)
In this course, students will study Ecclesiology (the doctrine of the Church), which explores the nature, attributes, and the mission and calling of the Church, as well as Eschatology (the doctrine of the last things), focusing on the nature of history, individual eschatology, and general eschatology.
Through these topics, students are provided with ample opportunity to engage in critical evaluation of various perspectives and contemporary issues related to the Church and the end times.
History and Society (4)
This course introduces students to the analysis of key ideas in political philosophy and the fundamental tenets of contemporary ideologies. It equips students to identify the anthropological, sociological, and political presuppositions embedded within various philosophical perspectives on politics, while examining three principal types of political orientation: the politics of domination, the politics of freedom, and the politics of empowerment.This course introduces students to the analysis of key ideas in political philosophy and the fundamental tenets of contemporary ideologies. It equips students to identify the anthropological, sociological, and political presuppositions embedded within various philosophical perspectives on politics, while examining three principal types of political orientation: the politics of domination, the politics of freedom, and the politics of empowerment.
Civics (2)
Civic Education is a component of the higher education curriculum designed to foster nationalism and a love for the homeland among students. It also serves as an introductory platform for formal political education through the comprehension, interpretation, and analysis of the values embodied in the Four Pillars of Indonesian Nationhood: 1) Pancasila as the state ideology; 2) The 1945 Constitution of the Republic of Indonesia (UUD NRI 1945); 3) The values of national unity derived from the principles of the Unitary State of the Republic of Indonesia (NKRI); and 4) Bhinneka Tunggal Ika (Unity in Diversity).
Pancasila (2)
Pancasila Education is a compulsory course offered to all university students as part of higher education in Indonesia. The course aims to provide an in-depth understanding of the significance of Pancasila as the foundation of the state, the national ideology, and the core of Indonesian character.
It also emphasizes Pancasila’s role as a unifying force of the nation, deeply rooted in the long-standing traditions and social practices of Indonesian society—marked by tolerance, mutual respect, and appreciation of diversity.
Indonesian Language (2)
The main theme of the Indonesian Language course is the use of the Indonesian language within the framework of stewardship. In practice, students are expected to develop proficiency in academic writing, particularly in producing scholarly papers, and in public speaking, as forms of effective communication in proper and appropriate Indonesian.
Indonesian Language for Foreign Speakers (2)
The Indonesian Language for Foreign Speakers (BIPA) course is specifically designed for international (expatriate) students at UPH. This course aims to foster and develop students’ motivation and ability to master the Indonesian language accurately and appropriately. Learning focuses on building competence in vocabulary, pronunciation, grammar, and sentence structure, while developing the four core language skills: listening, reading, speaking, and writing.
Reflective Reasoning (2)
This course focuses on selected soft skills essential for university graduates to effectively engage in society—particularly the skills of understanding others and oneself, as well as basic reasoning skills.
These competencies are considered vital for grasping the true nature of human identity and for the pursuit of becoming a whole person—one who is capable of contributing to social transformation through the wise and competent application of these skills in the contemporary professional world.
Servanthood Leadership (2)
This course equips students to understand leadership from the perspective of the Christian worldview, as expressed through the philosophy of Servant Leadership, and to apply its implications concretely in daily life. The curriculum is organized into three main components: 1) Leadership Worldview – Concepts and Philosophy of Servant Leadership; 2) Leadership: Start with Leadself – Knowledge and Skills for Self-Leadership; and 3) Leadership in Public – Skills for communicating authentically, empathetically, and persuasively in public contexts.
Text and Context (2)
Through this course, students will explore the textual rhetorical elements that construct meaning, while remaining attentive to the contextual background of each text. Theories such as discourse analysis, sociolinguistics, media studies, and literary studies are applied to help students develop cultural and media literacy, as well as creative thinking skills in discussing global issues from diverse disciplinary perspectives represented across various texts and media.
Our established Center for Foundational Education lecturers bring experience and a deep commitment to shaping students into critical thinkers with a strong foundation in cultural values, preparing them to excel in a dynamic world.
He is the Director of the Center for Foundational Education and teaches courses in History of Thought, Reflective Reasoning, Text and Context, and Ethics. His research interests include Literature, Philosophy, and Apologetics. He holds a Bachelor of Literature and a Master of Humanities from Universitas Sanata Dharma.
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He is the Life Skills and Citizenship Education Manager and teaches Christian Religion, Leadership & Entrepreneurship, Servant Leadership. His research interests include management, counseling, and short drama. He holds degrees from Atmajaya University Yogyakarta, Nusantara Business Institute, Amanat Agung Theological College, Jaffray Theological College, and Cipanas Theological College, along with a counseling certification from LK3.
He is a Center for Foundational Education lecturer teaching Indonesian, Indonesian for Foreign Speakers (BIPA), Reflective Reasoning, and Soft Skills courses. His areas of interest include teaching Indonesian, practicing critical thinking, and guiding scientific research. He has a Bachelor’s degree in Communication and a Master’s degree in Language Education, and Act IV teaching.
Journal Publication:
– Alih Kode dan Campur kode dalam Pengajaran Bahasa Indonesia di Kelas III SD Sekolah Lentera Internasional
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He teaches courses in Christian Religious Education (Bibliology, Old Testament and New Testament); Christian Worldview 1 (Christian Worldview, Doctrine of God, and Doctrine of Man); Christian Worldview 2 (Hamartology, Christology and Soteriology); Christian Worldview 3 (Pneumatology, Ecclesiology, Eschatology). His areas of research interest include culture, evangelism and theology, and apologetics. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology from the University of North Sumatra, a Master’s Degree in Evangelism from the Reformed Institute, and a Master’s Degree in Theology from the International Evangelical Reformed Theological College. Apart from teaching at universities, he is also an evangelist.
Journal Publication:
– AMANAT AGUNG DAN KEMAJEMUKAN AGAMA: SUATU REFLEKSI
Jurnal Teologi STULOS Vol. 16/1 (Januari 2018)
– RESPON GEREJA ATAS PANDEMIK CORONAVIRUS DISEASE 2019 DAN IBADAH DI RUMAH
Jurnal Manna Rafflesia Vol.6 No. 2 April 2020
– IMPLIKASI HUBUNGAN KRISTUS DAN BUDAYA DALAM BERBAGAI KONTEKS PENGINJILAN YANG DIHADAPI MURID KRISTUS
Jurnal Theologi Gorum STFT Vol.8 No.2 Juli 2020
– WAWASAN DUNIA KRISTEN DAN BAHASA: KEPENTINGAN DAN IMPLIKASINYA DALAM PEMBERITAAN INJIL MELALUI MEDIA SOSIAL
Jurnal LUXNOS Vol.6 No. 2 Desember 2020
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She is a Center for Foundational Education lecturer teaching Pancasila and Citizenship. Her areas of interest are in Educational Technologies. She earned her Bachelor of Education and Master of Education from Universitas Pelita Harapan.
Journal Publications:
– Pengaruh Mentoring terhadap Penyesuaian Diri dan Motivasi Belajar Mahasiswa Fakultas X pada salah satu Universitas Swasta di Tangerang
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He is a Center for Foundational Education lecturer teaching Philosophy of Science; History of Thought; Ethics. His areas of research interest include Environmental Philosophy, Politics and Culture, and Literature. He holds a Masters in Humanities from the Driyarkara College of Philosophy.
Journal Publication:
– Etika Partisipasi sebagai Basis Etis-politis Tindakan Politis Warga Negara
Respons: Jurnal Etika Sosial 24 (02)
– Dialog Negara Hukum Demokratis dan Agama: Memotret Deliberasi Politik Berbasis Agama di Indonesia dengan Perspektif Filsafat Politik Jürgen Habermas
– Jurnal Ultima Humaniora, Maret 2014, hal 79-97
METAMORFOSA PARANOIA DAN MOMEN KEPEMIMPINAN MENURUT ELIAS CANETTI
Jurnal Pendidikan dan Kebudayaan Missio, Vol. 7 No. 2 (2015)
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He is a Center for Foundational Education lecturer teaching Christian Religious Education, and Christian Worldview. His areas of interest include theology and values and character education. He obtained a Master of Art degree from STT Harvest in Karawaci, a Master of Theology degree from the Bandung Theological College, and a Doctorate of General Education and Character degree from the Indonesian Education University (UPI).
Journal Publication:
– Etika Kristen Melampaui Etika Alamia, Jurnal Stulos, Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Bandung
2009
– Perubahan Sosial: Masa Depan Gereja, Jurnal Transformasi, STT Inti
2014
– Spiritualitas tanpa Tuhan Mungkinkah? Jurnal Transformasi, STT Inti
2009
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She teaches the courses Christian Worldview 1; Christian Worldview 2; Christian Worldview 3; and Christian Religion Education. Her areas of research interest include systematic theology, integration of theology with psychology, and youth-adolescent counseling. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Theology from SAAT Malang Theological College, a Master’s in Education from Pelita Harapan University.
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She is a Center for Foundational Education lecturer teaching Indonesian Language, Basic Indonesian, and Soft Skills courses. Her areas of interest include language education, and applied linguistics. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Indonesian Language and Literature Education from Sanata Dharma University in Yogyakarta, and a Master’s degree in Education from the Indonesian Christian University.
Journal Publication:
– Eksistensi Bahasa dalam Komunikasi Interpersonal : Sebuah Pendekatan Interdisipliner (Language Existence in Interpersonal Communication: an Interdisiplinary Approach)
– Code Switching in BIPA Classes: Teachers and Students’ Attitudes
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She is a lecturer of Center for Foundational Education. She teaches Civics, Text & Context, and Tech. Skills courses. Her areas of interest are in Education, Curriculum Development, and Service Learning. She earned her Bachelor of Education from Universitas Pelita Harapan and Master of Education from Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia.
Journal Publications:
– Needs of Competencies in Financial Literacy for Youth with Intellectual Disabilities
– Roles of Christian Teachers: The Use of Literature to Guide Students in Confronting Issues in Digital Technology Era
– Needs Analysis of Technical Training for Civil Servant in National Population and Family Planning Board (BKKBN)
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He is a Center for Foundational Education lecturer teaching Christian Religious Education, and Christian Worldview. His areas of interest include biblical theology, systematic theology, and social issues and Christian theology. He obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Theology from the Indonesian Bible Institute and a Master’s degree in Theology from the Indonesian Reformed Theological College.
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She is a Center for Foundational Education lecturer teaching Civics and Pancasila courses. Her area of interest is in Educational Sociology. She earned her Bachelor of History Education from Institut Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan Manado, Bachelor of Economics from Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Ekonomi Putra Perdana Indonesia, Masters in History from the Universitas Indonesia, and Masters in Sociology from Universitas Indonesia. Aside from teaching at the university, she is also an Intermediate Anticorruption Instructor since 2021.
Awards:
– Writing at Penerbit Yayasan Kita Menulis regularly
– Study of Learning in the field of IPS and online since 2022 until now
Journal Publications:
– Analysis of The Effect of a Humanistic Approach In Online Learning On Student Independence Learning And Student Satisfaction
April 2023, Volume 11, Issue 2, 50 -70
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He teaches History of Thought and Tech. Skills courses. His areas of interest are in Philosophy and Social Sciences. He earned his Bachelor of Letters from Universitas Katolik Parahyangan and Master of Philosophy from Sekolah Tinggi Filsafat Driyarkara.
He teaches the courses Christian Religious Education, Education on World Religions, and Christian Worldview. His areas of interest include theological education, observers of religions, and observers of society and public spaces. He received a Master’s degree in Theology from the Bandung Theological College.
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He teaches courses in History of Thought, Philosophy of Science, Ethics, and Applied Logic. His areas of interest include reading, writing, and discussion. He obtained a Bachelor of Philosophy degree from the Driyarkara College of Philosophy, and a Doctorate der Philosophie degree from the Johann Wolfgang Goethe-Universität, Frankfurt am Main in Germany.
Journal Publication:
– “Das transzendentale Selbstbewusstsein bei Kant. Zu Kants Begriff des Selbstbewusstseins im Lichte der Kritik der Heidelberger Schule”
Verlag Dr. Kovack, Hamburg, 2008
– “Allah dan Trinitas. Sebuah Pendasaran Dialektis-Filosofis Hegelian” (Jurnal Sekolah Tinggi Filsafat Teologi Surya Nusantara 2019), hal. 1-40)
– “Theonomous, Autonomous, and Heteronomous Conscience. Conscience in Luther and Kant, and Indonesian Moral Perception,” a book chapter in Sola Scriptura in Asia
PICKWICK Publication, Oregon, USA, 2018, p. 89-107
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He teaches courses in History of Thought, Ethics, and Philosophy of Science. His areas of interest include philosophy and social sciences. He obtained his master’s and doctoral degrees from the Hochschule fur Philosophie in Munich, Germany.
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He teaches Tech. Skills courses. His areas of interest include educational technology, and educational research. He earned a Bachelor of Education degree from Satya Wacana Christian University in Salatiga, a Master of Arts in TESOL degree from the University of Canberra in Australia, and a Doctorate degree in Applied Linguistics from Unika Atma Jaya.
Journal Publication:
– Government-funded Computer-based Vocabulary Project in Indonesia Jurnal internasional Asia Pasific Collaborative education Journal (APCJ) Vol. 9, No. 1, 2013, pp. 15-25
She teaches General English, iBT TOEFLPreparation, Professional English, BIPA, Tech. Skills, and Leadership. Her areas of interest include TOEFL, translation, and BIPA. She earned a Bachelor of Education degree in English Education from UKSW in Salatiga, and a Master of Humanities degree in English Applied Linguistics from Unika Atma Jaya Jakarta.
Journal Publication:
– The Students’ Attitude Towards Peer Reviews in a Translation Class, Polyglot vol 6 No 1, Juli 2012.
– Code Switching in BIPA Classes: Teachers and Students’ Attitudes , Polyglot vol 13 no 1, 2017
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He teaches Christian Worldview, Education of World Religions, and Christian Religious Education courses. His areas of interest are in Christian Religion Education, World Religions Education, and Character Education. He earned his Bachelor of Science from Universitas Riau and Master of Theology from Sekolah Tinggi Teologi SAAT.
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He teaches courses in Christian Religion; Christian Worldview 1; Christian Worldview 2; Christian Worldview 3. His areas of research interest include biblical and theological studies, integration of faith and science, Christian spirituality and discipleship. He earned a Bachelor of Theology degree from Seminari Alkitab Asia Tenggara and a Master of Ministry degree from Sekolah Tinggi Teologia Amanat Agung.
He teaches Christian Religious Education, and Christian Worldview. His areas of interest include Biblical ethics, New Testament ethics, New Testament theology, and Pauline theology and the Holy Spirit. He obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Theology from STT I-3, and a Master’s degree in Theology from STT Amanat Agung.
He teaches Indonesian Language, Basic Indonesian Language, Soft Skills, and Reflective Reasoning courses. His areas of interest include linguistics and sociolinguistics. He has a Master’s degree in Indonesian Language and Literature Education.
Journal Publication:
– Analisis Kesalahan Berbahasa dalam penulisan dan pengembangan paragraf pada mahasiswa fakultas Pendidikan Angkatan 2019 UPH
Okt 2020
– Dampak Natur Manusia Berdosa Melalui Munculnya Keterbuaian Pada Aspek Penggunaan Bahasa
2020
– The Use Of Verbal Repertoire In The Human Status As The Imago Dei And God’s Kingdom Community
2019
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She teaches the courses Pedagogy 1, Citizenship Education, Pancasila Education, and Learning Techniques. Her areas of interest include educational technology, social studies education, and pedagogy. She earned her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Education from Pelita Harapan University.
Journal Publication:
– Constructivism and Teaching-Learning Process in Christian School: Case Study in a Christian School in Tangerang, Indonesia
International Journal of Psychosocial Rehabilitation, 2019
– Development of Service-Learning Integrated in Civics Education for a Better Earth—A Contribution of Social Study
Atlantis Press, 2020
– LECTURE’S LEADERSHIP AND THEIR ENGAGEMENT AS THE IMPORTANT CHARACTERISTIC OF THE SUCCESSFUL PANCASILA STUDY
jurnal pendidikan MAKMAL, 2019
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He teaches courses in Education of World Religions; Christian Religion education; Servant Leadership; and Leadership & Entrepreneurship. His areas of research interest include Christian religious education, world religions education, leadership, and character education. He holds a Bachelor of Theology from Abdiel Theological Seminary, a Master of Divinity, and a Master of Theology from Harvest International Theological Seminary.
She teaches Indonesian Language and Text & Context courses. Her areas of interest include Indonesian language and literature, feminism, feminist literary criticism, and children’s literature. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Education from Universitas Pelita Harapan, and a Master’s degree in Literature from Universitas Indonesia.
He teaches courses Philosophy of Science; Ethics; History of Thought; Applied Logic; Pancasila. He earned a Bachelor of Philosophy, Master of Philosophy, and Doctor of Philosophy from the Driyarkara College of Philosophy.
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