The curriculum evaluation of the Chemistry Undergraduate Program at the University of Lampung served as the basis for developing the 2025 Curriculum Revision. This evaluation was based on the results of a SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats) analysis obtained from the Study Program Self-Evaluation document.

Philosophical Foundation

The revised study program curriculum is based on a philosophical foundation that aligns with the goals of higher education, namely to develop individuals who are knowledgeable, have character, and contribute to society. This philosophical approach includes:

• Holistic Education: The curriculum is designed to develop not only cognitive (knowledge) aspects, but also affective (attitudes) and psychomotor (skills).
• Constructivism Paradigm: Student-centered learning, fostering analytical skills, creativity, and problem-solving.
• National Values ​​and Local Wisdom: The curriculum integrates Pancasila values, local culture, and academic ethics to produce graduates with integrity.
• Scientific Philosophy: Each study program has a scientific paradigm that serves as the basis for curriculum development (for example, humanities, applied sciences, or professional).

Sociological Foundations

Curriculum revisions must be responsive to social dynamics, societal needs, and the demands of the workplace. The sociological foundations include:

• Stakeholder Needs: The curriculum is developed based on input from industry, professions, alumni, and the community to ensure the relevance of graduates.
• Social and Technological Change: Adaptation to developments such as the Industrial Revolution 4.0, digitalization, and global issues (sustainability, inclusivity).
• Equality and Justice: The curriculum must be inclusive, reaching students from diverse backgrounds, and promoting gender and disability equality.
• Global Challenges: Preparing graduates who are able to compete internationally with competencies in intercultural understanding and cross-border collaboration.

Historical Foundation

The history of study program development and past experiences serve as a reference for curriculum improvement. Historical aspects include:

• Previous Curriculum Evaluation: Analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of the previous curriculum (K-2020) as a reflection for improvement.
• Academic Tradition: Maintaining the unique characteristics of study programs (e.g., research excellence, local wisdom, or specific expertise) that have been developed over time.
• Discipline Development: Tracking scientific trends over time to ensure the curriculum remains up-to-date (e.g., shifting from traditional to interdisciplinary studies).
• Lessons Learned from Alumni: Graduates' experiences in applying their knowledge in the workplace serve as evaluation material for improvement.

Legal Basis

Curriculum revisions must align with laws and regulations and higher education policies. The legal basis includes:

• Regulation of the Minister of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology Number 53 of 2023 concerning Quality Assurance of Higher Education (evaluated);
• Regulation of the Minister of Education and Culture of the Republic of Indonesia Number 81 of 2014 concerning Diplomas, Competency Certificates, and Professional Certificates in Higher Education;
• Guidebook for Developing KPT in the Industry 4.0 Era to Support Independent Learning and Independent Campus, Directorate General of Student Affairs, Higher Education-Ministry of Education and Culture, 2024.
• Guidebook for Independent Learning and Independent Campus, Directorate General of Student Affairs, Higher Education-Ministry of Education and Culture, 2024.
• Kemendiktisaintek Program Impact May 2, 2025
• UNILA Rector's Decree No. 1645/UN26/DT/2025 concerning Guidelines for Developing the Curriculum for Study Programs at the University of Lampung in 2025

These four foundations are interrelated and provide a comprehensive foundation to ensure that the resulting Chemistry Study Program curriculum is:

1. High-quality (based on philosophical and legal foundations), as it is developed with solid chemical scientific principles, oriented toward mastery of basic concepts and their application, and in accordance with national higher education regulations.
2. Relevant (based on sociological and historical foundations), as the curriculum is designed to address the needs of society, the chemical industry, education, and the latest developments in chemical research and technology.
3. Sustainable, as it adapts to advances in chemical science and technology, such as green chemistry, advanced materials, renewable energy, and biotechnology, thus remaining aligned with global issues and future needs.
4. Impactful, as it provides a tangible contribution to the development of chemical science, improving the quality of human resources in the field of chemistry, and implementing sustainable chemistry principles to support environmentally friendly national and global development.