Exciting news has come from the Faculty of Science and Technology (FST) at UIN Sunan Kalijaga Yogyakarta. The Master's Degree Program in Mathematics has officially received permission to open based on the Decree of the Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology of the Republic of Indonesia Number 507/B/O/2026, issued on May 6, 2026.

The issuance of this decree marks an important milestone for the development of higher education at UIN Sunan Kalijaga, particularly in the fields of mathematics and science. With the establishment of the Master's Degree Program in Mathematics, FST UIN Sunan Kalijaga further strengthens its commitment to providing quality education that integrates mathematical knowledge with Islamic and Indonesian values.

The Dean of the Faculty of Science and Technology, UIN Sunan Kalijaga, Prof. Dr. Khurul Wardati, M.Si., expressed his gratitude for the permit. According to him, the opening of the Master of Mathematics Study Program is the result of hard work from various parties, including university leadership, faculty, the proposal development team, lecturers, educational staff, and the support of alumni and collaborative partners. "Alhamdulillah, the issuance of the permit to open this Master of Mathematics Study Program is very encouraging news. This is a strategic step to meet the community's need for advanced mathematics education while simultaneously expanding UIN Sunan Kalijaga's contribution to the development of science," she said.

The Master of Mathematics Study Program is expected to provide a platform for graduates majoring in mathematics and related fields to continue their studies and develop competencies in various fields, such as pure mathematics, applied mathematics, data analysis, cryptography, mathematical modeling, and other fields relevant to technological developments and industry needs.

Furthermore, the presence of this master's program is also expected to improve the quality of research and scientific publications within the Faculty of Science and Technology. This program will encourage research collaboration between lecturers, students, government institutions, industry, and other educational institutions.

The Head of the Mathematics Study Program, Dr. Epha Diana Supandi, M.Sc., stated that the opening of this program demonstrates a commitment to continuous development and providing the best educational services to the community. "Hopefully, the presence of this Master of Mathematics Study Program will provide broad benefits, produce outstanding graduates, and contribute to the development of mathematics at the national and international levels," she said.

With the official issuance of this opening permit, the Faculty of Science and Technology of UIN Sunan Kalijaga Yogyakarta is opening a new chapter in academic development and is expected to immediately prepare for various subsequent stages leading to the admission of the first batch of students in the Master of Mathematics Study Program.