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SPH APPLIED SCIENCE ACADEMY

A Passion Avenue For Science

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WELCOME ASA APPLICANTS

Research Field and Topic

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Materials

Biomaterials, Polymer, Nanomaterials, Cyrogenics, Building Material, Optics & Meta Material, and Quantum

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Environment

Renewable Energy, Plastic Waste Pollution, Geospatial Science & Agriculture, Clean Water, Water Upcycling, Electronic Waste, Air Pollution, and Noise Pollution

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Life Science

Biotechnology*, Health and Pharmacy, Physics, Disability & Accessibility, Chemistry, and Math. Note: DNA Technology, Cell Culture & In Vivo research are not applicable

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Electronics

Renewable Energy, Plastic Waste Pollution, Geospatial Science & Agriculture, Clean Water, Water Upcycling, Electronic Waste, Air Pollution, and Noise Pollution

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Programming

Computer Vision, Machine Learning & AI, Mobile App, Computer System, IoT, Data Science, Edge Computing, and Web Development

Documents Required

ASA welcomes students at different stage of readiness. Some students may new to research but eager to learn and still exploring their interest, others may feel ready to explain their ideas in more depth and want to elaborate more on their research thinking. Both are valued. What matters most is their genuine interest, thoughtful reflection, and willingness to grow.

General Requirement

Each student must prepare a structured research proposal (TWO TOPICS) that demonstrate:

  • Clear research direction

  • Feasibility within ASA research facilities and academic/research field

  • Logical research planning

  • Contribution value

  • Follow safety and ethical standards

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Please note that this is a research design proposal, not just a topic explanation.

Unrealistic proposals may not be approved.

1. Motivation Letter

This document is about applicant's motivation in joining the research program (1-2 pages).

What applicant should explain in each paragraph:

  1. Introduction & interest in research

  2. Past experience & growth 

  3. Two proposed topics (summary)

  4. Personal growth

  5. Future Vision

  6. Contribution to the program

  7. Conclusion


​Format:
Arial, size 10, single spacing, minimum 1-2 pages. You may use more pages as desired.

Attach as PDF with renamed file:
FullName-MotivationLetter-ASA-2627

2. Presentation Slide

This document is applicant's presentation slides of two proposed research topics and fields (15-20 slides).

What applicant should explain in the presentation slide:

  1. Introduction & interest in research (1-2 slides)

  2. Two proposed topics, in which topic will have: 

  • Overview (1 slide)

  • Literature review (2-3 slides)

  • Methodology (2-3 slides)

  • Real-world contribution (1-2 slides)


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​Format:
No specific font type and size, minimum 15-20 slides. You may use more pages as desired.
 
Attach as PDF with renamed file:
FullName-PPT-ASA-2627

Download PPT Example

3. Report Card

This document is applicant's most recent semester report card. If you cannot access your report card or does not have it at the time the registration open, please contact our admission team.

Format:
Attach as PDF or image (PNG/JPG) with renamed file: 
FullName-ReportCard-ASA-2627
 

Application Process

Please carefully read the following application process and ensure that all steps and required documents are completed.

Fill in the registration form and submit all required documents

  • Applicants have to fill in the registration form from ASA website (scienceacademy.sph.ac.id/apply)

  • Applicants should submit all the required documents: motivation letter, presentation slides, and most recent report card.

Phase 1 Selection

All applications will be in review at this phase. Please refer to the timeline in the next section.

Phase 2 Selection

In this phase, applicants will do a 1-on-1 online interview. Selected applicants will be notified via email to attend an online interview with ASA director. The applicants will have opportunity to explain:

  • The topics they wish to explore within the Academy.

  • Their personal reasons for being interested in the chosen topics.

  • Existing work or research conducted by others on their chosen topics.

Acceptance & Onboarding

Final selected applicants will receive an acceptance letter and onboarding task via email, including their starting date.

Evaluation Metrics

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Registration Timeline for: 
Current SPH Students

Registration Timeline for: 
Transfer Students

01 May 2026

Registration Open

FILL IN registration form at scienceacademy.sph.ac.id/apply and SUBMIT all required documents (motivation letter, presentation slides, and most recent report card.

 

(The full list of document requirements is provided above). 

14 Jun 2026

Registration Closed

Application starts in review.

06 Jul 2026

Documents Review

Report card, essay, PPT slides, etc. selection done.

31 Jul 2026

End of Online Interview

1-on-1 interview done, continued with student acceptance and announcement.

10 Agt 2026

Payment Deadline

Payment should be done at this date. 

11 Agt 2026

ASA Onboarding

Accepted students will attend an onboarding session with the director and be introduced to their mentor.

01 May 2026

Registration Open

FILL IN registration form at scienceacademy.sph.ac.id/apply and SUBMIT all required documents (motivation letter, presentation slides, and most recent report card.

 

(The full list of document requirements is provided above). 

10 Agt 2026

Registration Closed

Report cards, essays, PPT slides, and other materials will be reviewed and selected.

21 Agt 2026

End of Online Interview

A 1-on-1 interview will be conducted, followed by the announcement of accepted students.

31 Agt 2026

Payment Deadline

Payment should be done at this date. 

01 Sep 2026

ASA Onboarding

Accepted students will attend an onboarding session with the director and be introduced to their mentor.

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Apply Now!

You will be directed to a Google Form. Please make sure you have all the required documents before submitting your application.

Application Form
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Registration Timeline for External Students

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01 May 2026

Registration Open

FILL IN registration form at scienceacademy.sph.ac.id/apply and SUBMIT all required documents (motivation letter, presentation slides, and most recent report card.

 

(The full list of document requirements will be provided in the next section) 

10 Agt 2026

Registration Closed

Report cards, essays, PPT slides, and other materials will be reviewed and selected.

21 Agt 2026

End of Online Interview

A 1-on-1 interview will be conducted, followed by the announcement of accepted students.

31 Agt 2026

Payment Deadline

Payment should be done at this date. 

01 Sep 2026

ASA Onboarding

Accepted students will attend an onboarding session with the director and be introduced to their mentor.

SPH Applied Science Academy Registration Form

1. Register by filling in this form and submitting it before July 1st, 2025

2. To complete your application, you will need to send an essay through email that includes:

  • your reason for joining SPH Applied Science Academy

  • explanation of two topics of your interest and why you find them interesting

  • The essay structure of each topic includes:

    • brief introduction,

    • other research conducted by other people regarding the topic: What has other people do up to date regarding this topic?

    • the result of their research: What problems do they solve?

    • what you propose to do in the Academy. Your thoughts on what you think you can improve or do differently and how would you approach it.

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 ​Format: Arial, size 10, single spacing, minimum 1 to 2 page. You may use more pages as desired.
 Attach word/pdf file and send to: scienceacademy.sph@gmail.com

3. ​There will be an ONLINE interview and presentation session, which will be scheduled by appointment with ASA director.

  • The interview and presentation session will take 30-45 minutes.

  • Create a presentation based on two topics of your interest that includes the same structure as the essay you have prepared.  

  • Each topic will be presented for about 10 minutes.

Science Subject of Interest (tick all that applies) Required
General Topic Areas of Interest (tick all that applies) Required

Application Steps:

School Grade (in Academic Year 2026/2027)
Grade 10
Grade 11
Other
Your Living Area
Jakarta
Bogor
Depok
Tangerang
Bekasi
Other
Are you a transfer student? If yes, please state your previous school
Yes
No
Do you have tutoring (bimbel) sessions outside school hours? If yes, please state how many times and hours a week your sessions are
Yes
No
Do you have extracurricular activities school hours? If yes, please state how many times and hours a week your activities are
Yes
No
Which SPH are you applying to in the academic year 2026/2027?
SPH-LV
SPH-KV
Which research field are you interested in? (You can select more than one)
Are you open to another topic beside your proposed topic?
Yes
No

SPH Applied Science Academy Registration Form

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