Curriculum Maturity for Sustainable Development: A Case Study from Airlangga University’s Industrial Engineering Program

Abstract:

Introduction: In recent years, Indonesia has made notable progress in integrating Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) across all levels of education, including higher education. Universitas Airlangga (UNAIR) demonstrates institutional support for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDGs 6, 7, 9, and 17, through various initiatives. However, the actual implementation of ESD within academic curricula—specifically in the Industrial Engineering study program—remains limited and insufficiently documented. Methods: This study adopts a qualitative approach supported by quantitative data to evaluate the maturity of ESD integration within the Industrial Engineering curriculum at UNAIR. Data collection focused on course assessments, student academic performance in green technology subjects, and student engagement with SDG-related topics on public knowledge-sharing platforms such as Jurnal Post, Kompasiana, and the FTMM UNAIR website. Results: Findings reveal that approximately 70% of Industrial Engineering students received an AB grade in green technology-related courses. However, subject evaluation indicators, including teaching methodology, yielded an average excellence score of only 69.9%. Content analysis of student-authored articles shows that SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), and SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation) were the most frequently addressed topics. Collectively, these articles attracted significant engagement: 1,395 views, 9 likes, and thousands of shares across social media platforms such as Facebook (1,732), X/Twitter (1,081), and LinkedIn (207). Conclusions: Although student participation and awareness of SDGs are evident, the current curriculum demonstrates only moderate maturity in supporting ESD. There is a clear need for curriculum enhancement, particularly in integrating SDG-specific content, pedagogical innovation, and measurable learning outcomes. Strengthening these areas will ensure that higher education institutions like UNAIR contribute more effectively to achieving sustainable development through lifelong learning.

Keywords:

Curriculum Assessment, Education for Sustainable Development, Higher Education, Industrial Engineering, SDGs Integration, Student Engagement

Citation: Muniroh, Kartika Nur ‘Anisa’ and Laras Swandayani (2025). Curriculum Maturity for Sustainable Development: A Case Study from Airlangga University’s Industrial Engineering Program. Horizon J. Hum. Soc. Sci. Res. 7 (S), 117–124. https://doi.org/10.37534/bp.jhssr.2025.v7.nS.id1298.p117-124