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Brena Dwita Budiarti
is sought to meet the needs of the awardees during their study. The system running
by LPDP is organized very well. It is very structured and up to date. So she feels always supported by LPDP. It is very easy peasy to process all documents and submit the errands.
Of course, everyone could achieve their dreams if they going the extra mile. If you guys want to follow Brena’s trace, kindly follow these tips and trick:
· First, remove your doubt and and established intentions for continue your study.
· Second, you have to well-thought what’s your aim and what kind of major
that you like. What contribution do
you want to give to Indonesia after you finished your study. Don’t forget to do a little research by browsing about your preferred university rankings.
· Third, prepare yourself well with TOEFL, TOEIC and IELTS. Take the free online test and do it regularly! Because there will be an essay test when enrollment.
· Fourth, often to check LPDP website for the date of apply, limit of essay test, letters of recommendation and others.
· The last but not least, don’t forget to always pray to God for the best results.
Learning System
In Australia, we must be proactive to seek information of any matter on its own. Memorizing is not enough. We must be able
to understand from the whole concept that already taught by lecturer in class. What’s make her happy is, every lecturer have their working hours where students can meet them to ask any questions about the course materials and they are so helpful.
The teaching and learning system in Australia and Indonesia also has no resemblance. It
only takes twice meetings a week, and every meeting takes about 2 hours long. Lecturers at ANU are also very helpful and care to students.
When students ask about the course material directly or by email, they will be answering in detail, the response is also fast. At Australia National University, directly or by email, they
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