Politeknik Negeri Jember (POLIJE) held a Departure Ceremony for four students from the Diploma 3 Informatics Management Study Program who will participate in a Joint Degree Program with Changzhou Vocational Institute of Mechatronic Technology, China. The program marks another important step in POLIJE’s efforts to expand international academic opportunities for its students.

The Departure Ceremony was held on Monday, September 7, 2026, at 10:00 WIB, ahead of the students’ scheduled departure to China on September 9, 2026. The event was attended by members of the POLIJE academic community, lecturers, students, and other stakeholders who provided support and encouragement to the participants.

The four students will continue part of their academic journey at Changzhou Vocational Institute of Mechatronic Technology through the Joint Degree Program. The program is designed to provide students with international academic exposure while allowing them to experience a different educational environment and gain broader perspectives in the field of information technology and management.

Participation in the program is expected to strengthen the students’ academic and professional competencies. In addition to developing technical knowledge, the students will have opportunities to improve their communication skills, adaptability, independence, intercultural understanding, and readiness to work in an increasingly globalized environment.

The collaboration between POLIJE and Changzhou Vocational Institute of Mechatronic Technology also reflects the institution’s commitment to strengthening international partnerships, particularly with higher education institutions in China. Such cooperation provides a platform for academic exchange and creates opportunities for the development of future collaborative programs.

During the Departure Ceremony, the participating students received messages and encouragement to make the most of their study experience in China. They were also reminded to maintain academic achievement, demonstrate positive attitudes, and uphold the reputation of POLIJE throughout their participation in the program.

The international mobility program is expected to provide valuable experiences for the four students and contribute to the continuous development of POLIJE’s internationalization agenda. The knowledge, skills, and experiences gained during their study in China are expected to benefit both the students’ future careers and the wider POLIJE academic community.

Through the Departure Ceremony, POLIJE reaffirmed its commitment to preparing students to become globally competitive graduates. The participation of four Informatics Management students in the Joint Degree Program with Changzhou Vocational Institute of Mechatronic Technology is expected to strengthen international academic cooperation and open further opportunities for collaboration between POLIJE and its partners in China.