PG PAUD Study Program of UNESA Achieves International ACQUIN Accreditation
The Undergraduate Study Program of Early Childhood Teacher Education (PGPAUD), Faculty of Education, Universitas Negeri Surabaya (UNESA), has proudly achieved Fully Accredited status from the Accreditation, Certification and Quality Assurance Institute (ACQUIN). This international accreditation marks a significant milestone in strengthening the global quality and recognition of early childhood education programs at UNESA.
The ACQUIN accreditation confirms that the PGPAUD Study Program meets international standards in academic quality, curriculum design, learning processes, research, community engagement, and institutional governance. The evaluation process was conducted comprehensively, involving in-depth assessments of academic performance, faculty qualifications, quality assurance systems, facilities, and graduate outcomes.
This achievement reflects the strong commitment of the PGPAUD academic community to continuous quality improvement. The success was made possible through the collaboration of lecturers, students, administrative staff, and institutional leaders who consistently uphold excellence in teaching, learning innovation, and professional development within early childhood education.
The international accreditation brings significant benefits for students and graduates of the PGPAUD Study Program. With global recognition from ACQUIN, graduates are better positioned to compete in international academic and professional environments, pursue further studies abroad, and contribute effectively to early childhood education practices at both national and global levels.
Furthermore, the Fully Accredited status serves as a foundation for the PGPAUD Study Program to expand international cooperation, enhance research in early childhood education, and strengthen the integration of global perspectives into the curriculum while maintaining local values and educational contexts.
Through this achievement, the Undergraduate PGPAUD Study Program of the Faculty of Education, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, continues to reinforce its role as a leading institution in preparing professional, innovative, and globally minded early childhood educators.
