Study Program Magistrate

The Master’s Program in Tropical Biodiversity Conservation was established through the
merger of the Tropical Biodiversity Conservation (KVT) Study Program and the Ecotourism
and Environmental Services Management (MEJ) Study Program, which was originally
established in 2007 based on the Rector’s Decree of IPB No. 027/K13/PP/2007.
The Master’s Program in Tropical Biodiversity Conservation (KVT) is a research-oriented,
leading, and innovative graduate program dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge in
tropical biodiversity conservation, sustainable ecotourism management, and environmental
services. The program is designed to produce globally competitive graduates who are
capable of managing biodiversity responsibly and contributing meaningfully to sustainable
development.
The KVT curriculum integrates core competencies in conservation science, quantitative and
qualitative research methodologies, ecotourism management, environmental services, and
public policy analysis. Students are equipped with the capacity to design and implement
conservation programs and sustainable ecotourism initiatives grounded in ecological, social,
and economic principles, while conducting innovative research to assess the impacts of
conservation and nature-based tourism activities.
Learning activities are directed toward developing a comprehensive understanding of the
interrelationships among biodiversity, human activities, and environmental services,
including bioprospecting and tropical ecosystem dynamics. The program further strengthens
managerial and decision-making competencies through policy studies, environmental impact
assessment, and facilitation of multi-stakeholder partnerships.

Tropical Biodiversity Conservation – This specialization emphasizes the development
of scientific and research competencies in understanding tropical ecosystem
dynamics, species and habitat conservation, conservation genetics, ecosystem
restoration, and the analysis of anthropogenic impacts on biodiversity. Students are
prepared to generate science-based solutions that support sustainable biodiversity
management and the formulation of conservation policies.

Supported by experienced faculty members, strong national and international networks,
applied research activities, and community engagement programs, graduates of KVT are
prepared to pursue careers as researchers, academics, professional practitioners,
policymakers, environmental consultants, and sustainable entrepreneurs in the fields of
tropical biodiversity conservation, ecotourism, and environmental services.

Vision

To become an innovative study program based on leading research for national
independence and sustainability of life, towards superior techno-socio-entrepreneurship at
the global level
in the field of tropical biodiversity conservation, ecotourism management and environmental
services

Mission

Mission of the KVT Master’s Study Program
1. To deliver graduate education that produces outstanding master’s graduates in
tropical biodiversity conservation, ecotourism management, and environmental
services.


2. To develop innovative, research-based science and technology (IPTEKS) in tropical
biodiversity conservation, ecotourism management, and environmental services
through collaboration with national and international institutions.


3. To conduct community engagement activities by applying research outcomes in
tropical biodiversity conservation, ecotourism management, and environmental
services.

4. To implement a transparent and accountable higher education management system
that is aligned with scientific advancements in tropical biodiversity conservation,
ecotourism management, and environmental services.

Num Course Credit Precondition Semester Course Category
Code Name
1 KSH1501 Science of Biodiversity Conservation, Ecotourism and Environmental Services 3(2-1) - 1 Academic Core Courses
2 KSH1513 Population Dynamics 2(2-0) - 1 Enrichment Program
3 KSH1521 Politics and Policy of Conservation 2(2-0) - 1 Academic Core Courses
4 KSH1551 Basic Principles of Ecotourism 2(2-0) - 1 In-depth Courses
5 KSH1614 Wildlife Ecology and Conservation 3(2-1) - 1 Enrichment Program
6 KSH1616 Conservation Genetics 2(2-0) - 1 Enrichment Program
7 KSH1622 Development of Conservation Areas and Essential Ecosystems 2(2-0) - 1 Enrichment Program
8 KSH1631 Plant Conservation and Invasive Plant Management 2(2-0) - 1 Enrichment Program
9 KSH1632 Forests and Human Health 2(2-0) - 1 Enrichment Program
10 KSH1633 Tropical Ethno-Bioprospecting Management 2(2-0) - 1 Enrichment Program
11 KSH1642 Environmental Bioclimatology 2(2-0) - 1 Enrichment Program
12 KSH1643 Conservation Impact and Risk Analysis 2(2-0) - 1 Enrichment Program
13 KSH1644 Urban Forest Management 2(2-0) - 1 Enrichment Program
14 KSH1645 Conservation Spatial Modeling 3(2-1) - 1 Enrichment Program
15 KSH1653 Interpretation and Environmental Education 3(2-1) - 1 Enrichment Program
16 KSH1661 Special Topics 1 2(2-0) - 1 Enrichment Program
17 KSH1662 Special Topics 2 2(2-0) - 1 Enrichment Program
18 KSH2501 Biodiversity Conservation, Ecotourism and Environmental Services Science 3(2-1) - 1 Foundational Literacies
19 KSH2502 Politics and Conservation and Environmental Policy 2(2-0) - 1 Foundational Literacies
20 KSH2513 Population Dynamics 2(2-0) - 1 In-depth Courses
21 KSH2521 Principles in Ecotourism Foundation 3(2-1) - 1 Foundational Literacies
22 KSH2534 Conservation Impact and Risk Analysis 2(2-0) - 1 In-depth Courses
23 KSH2535 Urban Forest Management 2(2-0) - 1 In-depth Courses
24 KSH2613 Conservation Genetics 2(2-0) - 1 In-depth Courses
25 KSH2614 Plant Conservation and Invasive Plants Management 2(2-0) - 1 In-depth Courses
26 KSH2624 Environmental Interpretation and Education 3(2-1) - 1 In-depth Courses
27 KSH2631 Forests and Human Health 2(2-0) - 1 In-depth Courses
28 KSH2632 Conservation Spatial Modeling 3(2-1) - 1 In-depth Courses
29 KSH2641 Wildlife Ecology and Conservation 3(2-1) - 1 In-depth Courses
30 KSH2651 Development of Conservation Areas and Preservation Areas 2(2-0) - 1 In-depth Courses
31 KSH2682 Tropical Ethno-Bioprospecting Management 2(2-0) - 1 In-depth Courses
32 PPS1503 English 3(3-0) - 1 Foundational Literacies
33 PPS2503 English 3(3-0) - 1 PPKU/Common Core Courses
34 STA1516 Statistics for the Environmental Sciences 3(2-1) - 1 Foundational Literacies
35 STA1517 Statistics for the Social and Behavioral Sciences 3(2-1) - 1 Foundational Literacies
36 STA2516 Statistics for Environmental Sciences 3(2-1) - 1 PPKU/Common Core Courses
37 STA2517 Statistics for the Social and Behavioral Sciences 3(2-1) - 1 PPKU/Common Core Courses
38 KSH1502 Research Methodology 3(2-1) - 2 Foundational Literacies
39 KSH1511 Management of Biodiversity 3(2-1) - 2 In-depth Courses
40 KSH1512 Quantitative Ecology of Conservation 3(2-1) - 2 In-depth Courses
41 KSH1541 Environmental Services Management 2(2-0) - 2 In-depth Courses
42 KSH1615 Design and Planning of Wildlife Utilization 3(2-1) - 2 Enrichment Program
43 KSH1617 Wildlife Ecology Behavior 2(2-0) - 2 Enrichment Program
44 KSH1618 Community Ecology 2(2-0) - 2 Enrichment Program
45 KSH1623 Business of Environmental Services and Ecotourism 3(2-1) - 2 Enrichment Program
46 KSH1624 Collaborative Management and Ecotourism Partnerships and Utilization of Environmental Services 2(2-0) - 2 Enrichment Program
47 KSH1646 Internet of Things (IoT) of Conservation 3(2-1) - 2 Enrichment Program
48 KSH1652 Visitor Management 2(2-0) - 2 Enrichment Program
49 KSH1654 Ecotourism Planning 3(2-1) - 2 Enrichment Program
50 KSH1655 Ecotourism Resource Management 3(2-1) - 2 Enrichment Program
51 KSH165I Marketing and Promotion of Ecotourism and Environmental Services 2(2-0) - 2 Enrichment Program
52 KSH2503 Colloquium 2(0-2) - 2 Final Year Project
53 KSH2504 Proposal 3(0-3) - 2 Final Year Project
54 KSH2507 Special Topic 1 2(2-0) - 2 In-depth Courses
55 KSH2508 Special Topic 2(2-0) - 2 In-depth Courses
56 KSH2511 Conservation Quantitative Ecology 3(2-1) - 2 Foundational Literacies
57 KSH2512 Biodiversity Management 3(2-1) - 2 Foundational Literacies
58 KSH2522 Environmental Management 2(2-0) - 2 Foundational Literacies
59 KSH2603 Research Methodology 3(2-1) - 2 Academic Core Courses
60 KSH2611 Behavioral Ecology of Wildlife 2(2-0) - 2 In-depth Courses
61 KSH2612 Community Ecology 2(2-0) - 2 In-depth Courses
62 KSH2622 Management of Natural and Cultural Heritage 3(2-1) - 2 In-depth Courses
63 KSH2623 Ecotourism and Environmental Services Marketing and Promotion 2(2-0) - 2 In-depth Courses
64 KSH2633 Internet of Things (IoT) of Conservation 3(2-1) - 2 In-depth Courses
65 KSH2636 Environmental Bioclimatology 2(2-0) - 2 In-depth Courses
66 KSH2652 Ecotourism Collaboration and Partnership Management 2(2-0) - 2 In-depth Courses
67 KSH2653 Business of Environmental Services and Ecotourism 3(2-1) - 2 In-depth Courses
68 KSH2661 Visitor Management 2(2-0) - 2 In-depth Courses
69 KSH2662 Ecotourism Planning 3(2-1) - 2 In-depth Courses
70 KSH2681 Wildlife utilisation Design and Planning 3(2-1) - 2 In-depth Courses
71 PPS2692 National Scientific Publications 6(0-6) - 3 Final Year Project
72 PPS2694 International Seminar Proceedings 6(0-6) - 3 Final Year Project
73 PPS2696 International Scientific Publications 8(0-8) - 3 Final Year Project
74 KSH1603 Colloquium 1(0-1) - 4 Final Year Project
75 KSH1604 Thesis Proposal 2(0-2) - 4 Final Year Project
76 KSH2505 Thesis Exam 6(0-6) - 4 Final Year Project
77 KSH2506 Thesis 12(0-12) - 4 Final Year Project
78 PPS1691 Thesis Seminar 1(0-1) - 5 Final Year Project
79 PPS1692 National Scientific Publication 2(0-2) - 5 Final Year Project
80 KSH1605 Thesis Exam 2(0-2) - 6 Final Year Project
81 KSH1606 Thesis 6(0-6) - 6 Final Year Project

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The Master’s Program in Tropical Biodiversity Conservation (KVT) is established under the
Rector’s Decrees of IPB University No. 027/K13/PP/2007 in conjunction with No.
071/13/PP/2007 concerning the establishment of postgraduate study programs, and further
strengthened by Rector’s Decree No. 235/IT3/DT/2012 regarding the development of
postgraduate programs and academic departments.
The core mandate of the KVT Master’s Program is to advance scientific knowledge and
produce highly qualified human resources in tropical biodiversity conservation, sustainable
ecotourism management, and environmental services through research-based education,
innovation development, and policy-oriented approaches to natural resource management.


The program is mandated to:
1. Provide master's degrees that focus on a wide range of skills in biodiversity
conservation, ecotourism management, and environmental services


2. Develop leading research initiatives that support biodiversity protection, ecosystem
restoration, sustainable tourism management, and environmental services
optimization.


3. Contribute to public policy formulation and sustainable natural resource governance
at local, national, and international levels.


4. Establish collaborative networks with government agencies, private sector
institutions, research organizations, civil society groups, and local communities to
strengthen conservation and sustainable development efforts.
Through this mandate, the KVT Master’s Program serves as a center of excellence for
scientific advancement, applied research, and policy innovation in tropical biodiversity conservation and sustainable environmental management.