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Petra Christian University

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History of UK Petra

Petra Christian University establishment should always be associated with Petra Christian Education and Teaching Association or PPPK Petra. PPPK Petra is a Christian union established on April 12th, 1951, with the purpose to provide education from the level of kindergarten to senior high schools.

The idea of establishing a university aiming to give the opportunity for its alumni to get higher education has existed since 1956.

On September 21st, 1960, the Committee of University Establishment Planning Preparation was formed, with the duty to prepare all the necessities to establish a university. The members of the committee were: drg. Tan Tjiaw Yong, Gouw Loe Liong, drg. Tan Gie Djien, Tjoa Siok Tjoen, Lie Ping Lioe and Kwee Djien Kian. Afterwards, based on their work, on August 8th, 1961, the coordinators decided to establish Petra Christian University with the its first department, Faculty of Letters.

On September 22nd, 1961, the day of 10th anniversary PPPK Petra, the establishment of Petra Christian University was publicized. Several days later, on September 28th, 1961, the coordinators of PPPK Petra formed the Directorate of University Affairs, whose duty was to manage the university, and temporarily acted as Sponsor Board members. The members of the directorate were: drg. Tan Tjiaw Yong, Ir. O.F. Patty, dr. Mesakh Wignjohoesodo, Gouw Loe Liong and J.A. Sereh. A year later, on September 15th, 1962, the second department: Civil Engineering was established.

Realizing the growth of the university, the coordinators re-evaluate the internal regulation of PPPK. On July 18th, 1964, a commitee for the establishment of Petra Christian University Foundation was set up, and the members of the committee were: J.E. Sahetapy SH, drg. Tan Tjiaw Yong, dr. M. Wignjohoesodo, Kho Hong Pie, R.M.S. Kertonadi and P.H. Saroinsong. The establishment concept of Petra Christian University Foundation (YPTK Petra) was accepted on October 22nd, 1964, and it was legally constituted on January 7th, 1965.

Ten reasons to apply to Oxford

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Study in Oxford

Oxford University seeks to attract the best and brightest students, no matter where they are from. Here are some of the reasons why you might like to apply.

1. Oxford University has a world-class reputation for academic excellence. For information about undergraduate courses available, and how to make your choice, please see the course list.

2. Oxford University is accessible to all students of talent and ability, whatever their background. The generous Oxford Opportunity Bursary ensures that finance should not be a barrier to any UK student who wants to apply to Oxford. For further details please read more about student finance.

3. Oxford is one of the few universities in the world that bases its teaching on the tutorial system, which means more individual attention and teaching from your tutors, tailored to your learning needs. See our pages on studying at Oxford for more information.

4. Many Oxford tutors are international experts in their chosen fields. This engagement with research and scholarship enables students to have an enhanced understanding of their subject discipline.

5. College life is one of the University’s greatest assets, since a close college community provides a friendly and welcoming home for students who are living away for the first time. Students soon get to know each other, and tutors get to know students individually, enabling them to respond to their individual academic needs. For information on Oxford Colleges please refer to college information.

6. Students have access to resources across the University: unrivalled libraries, sports facilities, laboratories, language-learning opportunities, computer equipment and music facilities. Read our pages on facilities and services for more information.

7. Oxford University provides a diverse study environment: undergraduate students represent over 130 nationalities as well as all nations and regions of the UK. We have specific admissions information for international students.

8. With clubs, societies and events organised by both colleges and the wider University, as well as a vibrant city nightlife, Oxford offers opportunities for whatever social life you may be looking for. See some examples.

9. Most colleges offer student accommodation for two years of your course, and many can offer accommodation for every year of your course, saving you the trouble and expense of privately rented accommodation. For more information on where Oxford students live please see our accommodation pages.

10. Oxford University has an excellent graduate employment record. Students have the use of the comprehensive careers service and enter a huge range of careers. Employers recognise that Oxford’s rigorous academic degree courses give graduates many transferable skills, as well as breadth and depth in their chosen subject. View further information.

Why Cambridge?

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Studying at Cambridge

You’ll be taught by world-leading experts in your subject area, and our unique ‘supervision’ system means that you will also benefit from personal tuition in your College. Your time at Cambridge will be one of the most rigorous, most rewarding and most enjoyable of your life.

We have one of the most extensive undergraduate bursary schemes in the UK to make sure that no one is prevented from coming to Cambridge for financial reasons. What’s more, Cambridge is not an expensive place to live and study.

A degree from Cambridge involves more than gaining a detailed knowledge of your subject area. You will also develop a range of valuable skills and experiences, making you highly employable when you graduate – last year over 96 per cent of graduates found jobs or entered further study within six months.

Our courses offer a tough challenge, but one most of our students relish. We demand a lot, but we give a lot too. But don't just take our word for it; see Student comments for what our students think about living and studying here.

Studying at Cambridge, you’ll be taught by world-leading experts in your subject area, and our unique ‘supervision’ system means that you will also benefit from personal tuition in your College. Your time at Cambridge will be one of the most rigorous, most rewarding and most enjoyable of your life.