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1 Best Engineering PhD Universities in Indonesia 2026

This ranks Engineering PhD and Doctorate options in Indonesia for 2026. It is for applicants comparing public universities and doctoral study in the subject.

Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.

1 university · ranked best first

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Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities worldwide for PhD Engineering?▾

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a PhD in Engineering cost abroad?▾

Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.

Can international students study Engineering abroad?▾

Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a student visa through the immigration authority after accepting an offer.

How are these universities ranked?▾

We use a transparent composite score combining QS World/Asia positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.

Studying Engineering at PhD level abroad

your destination country is a popular, affordable destination for Engineering at PhD level, with provincially accredited programmes taught in English at both public and private universities, plus international branch campuses. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World and QS Americas positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.

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A PhD in Engineering is a research degree for applicants who want to specialise, produce original work and move toward academic, research or advanced technical roles. At this level, the decision is usually about research fit, supervision and the structure of the doctorate rather than coursework alone.

All three universities in this set are public, so the main differences for applicants are likely to be programme fit, campus location and the practical details each university sets for its doctorate. The universities are in Padang, Pakuan and Tegal, so you are comparing options in different city settings rather than public against private. Fees are not provided for these programmes, so you should confirm the cost directly with the university before applying.

Before applying, verify the exact Engineering doctorate title, the entry requirements, the application deadline, the tuition fee, the research focus and the language of instruction. You should also confirm supervision availability, because doctoral study depends on matching your topic with the right academic guidance.