ITroSCo

International Tropical Summer Course 2026

This is a Presentation from the Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences – Universitas Diponegoro

Impact and Future

From just a summer course, ITroSCo is now an incubator of sustainable tropical ocean solutions, ready to contribute to global agendas such as the SDGs.

ITroSCo is

International Tropical Summer Course

ITroSCo program at the Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Science, Universitas Diponegoro is designed for International students who are interested to get up, close and personal with tropical fisheries in Indonesia and passionate to experience hands on coastal ecological restoration and conservation of marine flora and fauna. Combined between science, theoretical base and practical field work will make this course one of the kind and will equip students with basic experience of tropical fisheries, ecological identification, problem solving on ecological restoration and conservation.

What You Will Gain

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Global Networking

Building international relationships with students and academics from across continents.

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Exclusive Insights

Learning about tropical marine issues, conservation, and the blue economy directly from experts.

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Field Exploration

Gaining hands-on observation and practical experience in coastal ecosystems and local communities.

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Cross-Cultural Exchange

Expanding global perspectives through interaction and cultural exchange between nations.

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Real Contribution (SDGs)

Collaborating to formulate solutions for marine conservation and global climate resilience.

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Capacity Building

Sharpening English language proficiency, problem-solving, and teamwork skills in an international environment.

From learning about marine science to enjoying the beautiful beaches of Jepara. Thank you for your hospitality; it was truly a wonderful event!

Imtiaz Husein [Pakistan]

An amazing and unforgettable event! I learned so much and had a great time communicating and sharing knowledge in a truly international environment.

Baha [Madagascar]

ITroSCo was gives me a lot of experience and I love how Jepara. I was met a lot of friends here. It gave me a wider perspective of how different cultures.

Anggie [Philippines]

I highly recommend joining this summer course! A wonderful and amazing experience! I gained valuable knowledge in marine science and made unforgettable memories.

Asad Ahmed [Pakistan]

I am really enjoy ITroSCo 2019, I enjoy stay in Semarang and Karimunjawa Island. That’s real beautiful island and I really enjoy this program.

Yugo Kurotani [Japan]

I really recommend these courses, I think you should apply for it. Indonesians people are so welcoming and we also learned a lot of mangroves and corals and we went snorkelling.

Sofia [Sweden]

Because I come from the North Atlantic, I’m very excited to learn about a completely different ecosystem and culture and gain a new perspective.

Abigail Doane-Simon [USA]

My expectations are to know more about marine conservation with turtles and different ecosystems such mangroves and corals, also to learn more about the Indonesian culture.

Andrea Milena Osorio Baquero [Mexico]