ABOUT PARTICIPATION CREDIT UNIT (SKP)

The Participation Credit Unit (SKP) at the Faculty of Law, Atma Jaya Catholic University of Indonesia (UNIKA ATMA JAYA) is a system designed to recognize and assess student participation and contribution in activities that support personality and ability development. This SKP becomes an important part of the university curriculum and serves as recognition of non-academic learning carried out by students. The following is a further explanation of the meaning and benefits of SKP:

Definition of Participation Credit Unit (SKP)

1. Recognition of Non-Academic Learning : SKP is a unit or value given in recognition of non-academic activities participated in by students. These activities usually include student organizations, volunteer activities, seminars, workshops, and others that are not directly related to the courses taken.
2. Personality and Self-Ability Development : SKP is designed to support the development of students' soft skills, such as leadership, teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.

Participation Credit Unit (SKP) Benefits

1. Encouraging Student Engagement : With SKP, students are expected to be more active in participating in non-academic activities. This helps students not only develop academically but also personally and socially.
2. Recognize and Reward Student Contributions : Through SKP, students' contributions in non-academic activities are formally recognized and become part of their academic record.
3. Soft Skills Development : Activities recognized in SKP often require teamwork, time management, and communication skills. It helps in the development of soft skills that are essential for future professional success.
4. Network and Collaboration : Involvement in various activities allows students to meet and collaborate with people from different backgrounds, building extensive professional and social networks.
5.  Supporting Career Success: Many employers value involvement in extracurricular activities as an indication of good character and interpersonal skills. SKP assists students in showing their involvement and achievements outside the classroom to potential employers.

Thus, SKP at the Faculty of Law of UNIKA ATMA JAYA not only supports formal learning but also provides space for students to grow and develop in other important aspects of their personal and professional development. This demonstrates the university's commitment in forming graduates who not only excel academically but are also competent and ready to face challenges in the professional world.