Universitas Islam RiauStudent Guide

Academic dates, campus language, housing, and student-life references for Universitas Islam Riau. Core organization is free for students.

Institution in Pekanbaru, Riau. Operating on a semester system.

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Pekanbaru, Riau
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Student guide · Semester Ganjil 2026/2027

The semester, explained for Universitas Islam Riau

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Semester Ganjil 2026/2027
Campus terms
15
Local details
13

Academic calendar

Semester Ganjil 2026/2027 runs Aug 3, 2026 – Feb 12, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

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  1. Semester Ganjil 2026/2027Relevant now
  2. Semester Genap 2026/2027
  3. Semester Antara 2026/2027

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Campus language

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15 terms

A

Asrama
A general term for the university-managed student dormitories.

B

BEM UIR
Badan Eksekutif Mahasiswa; the university-level Student Executive Board.

D

DPM UIR
Dewan Perwakilan Mahasiswa; the student legislative body that oversees student government.

G

Gerbang Belakang
The area behind the campus gate known for affordable student street food and stalls.

H

HIMA
Himpunan Mahasiswa; the departmental student association for a specific major.

K

Kantin Fatek
The engineering faculty canteen, a popular social hub for students across different majors.
Kantin Pusat
The main central cafeteria located near the administrative buildings.
Kating
Kakak Tingkat; a senior or student from an older batch.
Komting
Komisaris Tingkat; the designated student leader/representative for a specific class section.

M

Maba
Mahasiswa Baru; a freshman or first-year student.
MAPALA UIR
The campus organization for students interested in nature and outdoor activities (Mahasiswa Pecinta Alam).

R

Rusunawa
The on-campus student apartment complex (Rumah Susun Sederhana Sewa) typically used by scholarship recipients or out-of-town students.

S

Skripsian
The act of working on the mandatory final year thesis (Skripsi).

U

UIR Unggul
A common campus slogan referring to the university's vision of excellence.
UKM
Unit Kegiatan Mahasiswa; generic term for any student activity unit or club.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

13 details
Faperta
The Faculty of Agriculture building area.
Fatek
The Faculty of Engineering building complex.
Fikom
The Faculty of Communication Sciences building.
Fisipol
The Faculty of Social and Political Sciences building.
KRS
Kartu Rencana Studi; the digital or physical form used to register for courses each semester.
KTM
Kartu Tanda Mahasiswa; the official student ID card used for library access and identity.
Masjid Al-Munawwarah
The central campus mosque, used for both prayer and religious campus events.
PKKMB
The official university orientation period for new students (Pengenalan Kehidupan Kampus bagi Mahasiswa Baru).
PKM
Pusat Kegiatan Mahasiswa; the Student Activity Center building used for large events and org offices.
Rektorat
The main administrative building housing the Rector's office and university staff.
SIKAD
Sistem Informasi Akademik; the essential online portal where students check grades, schedules, and pay fees.
SPP
Sumbangan Pembinaan Pendidikan; the term used for tuition fees.
uir_cafeteria
UIR Cafeteria

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Semester Ganjil 2026/2027 runs Aug 3, 2026 – Feb 12, 2027.
How much campus context is included?
15 approved campus terms and 13 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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  • Major-aligned clubs, pre-professional groups, and research communities.
  • Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
  • Cultural orgs, identity communities, and faith-based groups.
  • Volunteer groups, civic engagement, mutual aid, and student government.
  • Outdoor clubs, intramural sports, club sports, and rec center programs.
  • Entrepreneurship, hackathon teams, makerspaces, and engineering project teams.
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Life in Pekanbaru for Universitas Islam Riau Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Pekanbaru.

Timezone

Asia/Jakarta

Median Rent

$250

Cost of Living Index

45

Student Population

90,000

City Transportation

Walkability

55

Bikeability

45

Public Transit

city bus services, angkot (minibus share taxis), online ride-hailing services

Nearest Airports

Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Tropical rainforest

Avg Annual Temp

80.4°F

Avg Snowfall

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Campus News

Latest updates from Universitas Islam Riau

UIR Students and HMI Protest for Action on Riau Haze

Hundreds of students from Universitas Islam Riau (UIR) and the Islamic Students Association (HMI) held a demonstration at the Riau Governor's office to demand immediate government intervention regarding the worsening haze and forest fires (karhutla).

Oct 13, 2026

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UIR Faculty of Agriculture and Fisheries Successfully Hosts 3rd ICASS

The 3rd International Conference on Agricultural Strategy for Sustainability (ICASS 2026) was held as a hybrid event, focusing on advancing technological innovation for resilient agriculture.

Oct 13, 2026

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UIR Officially Opens Faculty of Dentistry Admissions

Following the issuance of a decree from the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology, UIR has officially opened enrollment for its new Dentistry and Dental Profession programs.

Oct 9, 2026

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UIR Law Student Wins Bronze Medal in National Essay Competition

A student from the Faculty of Law (FH UIR) achieved third place in a national-level essay competition, adding to the university's academic achievements.

Oct 2, 2026

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Pekanbaru has upgraded its status to 'Emergency Response' (Tanggap Darurat) due to hazardous air quality from forest fires. Students are advised to monitor official channels for potential shifts to distance learning.

Pekanbaru has upgraded its status to 'Emergency Response' (Tanggap Darurat) due to hazardous air quality from forest fires. Students are advised to monitor official channels for potential shifts to distance learning.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Universitas Islam Riau

Psychological and Health Tests for Dentistry Applicants

October 15, 2026

Universitas Islam Riau Campus

Required psychological and medical examinations for candidates applying to the newly opened Faculty of Dentistry program.

Computer-Based Selection Tests and Interviews (Dentistry)

October 16, 2026

Universitas Islam Riau Campus

Execution of the TPA (Academic Potential Test) and Saintek tests followed by interviews and the final graduation announcement for Dentistry applicants.

New Student Campus Life Orientation (PKKMB) for Dentistry

October 17, 2026

Universitas Islam Riau

Specific orientation session for the inaugural class of the Faculty of Dentistry.

Commencement of Dentistry Classes

October 19, 2026

Faculty of Dentistry, UIR

Official start of academic lectures for the first batch of Dentistry and Dental Profession students.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Universitas Islam Riau

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

4 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Universitas Islam Riau female dormitory

Room types: Shared

Universitas Islam Riau male dormitory

Room types: Shared

Universitas Islam Riau on-campus female dormitories

Room types: shared

Universitas Islam Riau on-campus male dormitories

Room types: shared

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@uir.ac.id

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