Biaya Kuliah Tinggi, Gen Z Terancam Nganggur | Beritasatu

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21 May 202404:00

Summary

TLDRThe video script highlights the escalating costs of higher education in Indonesia, posing a significant threat to the younger generation, particularly the unemployed Gen Z. With companies requiring a bachelor's degree, the challenge of securing employment is compounded by the difficulty of affording tertiary education. Data from August 2023 shows 9.9 million out of 44.47 million Indonesian youths aged 15-24 are NEET (Not in Education, Employment, or Training). HR experts suggest that a bachelor's degree holder is more likely to advance in education, while protests from students demand a reduction in tuition fees, which have surged dramatically in recent years.

Takeaways

📈 The cost of higher education is increasingly becoming a threat to the younger generation, especially the unemployed Gen Z.
🎓 Most companies in Indonesia require a bachelor's degree (S1) for employment.
👨‍🎓👩‍🎓 The majority of the younger generation aged 15 to 24 are struggling to find jobs, with 9.9 million classified as NEET (Not in Education, Employment, or Training).
🚫 The requirement of a bachelor's degree is ironic as jobs can be performed by vocational or diploma graduates.
💼 HR experts suggest that those with a bachelor's degree are more easily developed for higher education levels.
💰 The escalating cost of higher education forces the younger generation to prepare their finances more cautiously.
🏛 Universities are setting fantastic prices for registration and semester fees, causing protests from students.
📉 Students' aspirations for reduced tuition fees are heard by the House of Representatives Commission.
📚 A specific case is the University of 11 Maret in Surakarta, where tuition fees have increased up to 8 times due to new legislation and additional tuition fee groups.
📈 The University of Surakarta's Ipi (development fee) has increased by more than 8 times, from 25 million to R million.

Q & A

What is the main issue discussed in the transcript regarding young people in Indonesia?
-The main issue discussed is the increasing cost of higher education and its impact on young people, particularly the Gen Z generation, who are struggling to find jobs and are facing unemployment.
What is the term 'NEET' mentioned in the transcript, and what does it stand for?
-NEET stands for 'Not in Education, Employment, or Training'. It refers to young people who are not engaged in education, employment, or any form of training.
How many young people in Indonesia are classified as NEET according to the data from BPS in August 2023?
-According to the data from BPS in August 2023, 9.9 million young people aged 15 to 24 in Indonesia are classified as NEET.
What is the implication of most companies in Indonesia requiring a bachelor's degree (S1) for job applicants?
-The implication is that having at least a bachelor's degree becomes a prerequisite for employment, making it more difficult for those without such qualifications to find jobs.
What does the transcript suggest about the potential of workers with a bachelor's degree (S1)?
-The transcript suggests that workers with a bachelor's degree have the potential to be developed further and reach higher levels of education, which is beneficial for their career advancement.
What is the impact of the rising cost of higher education on the younger generation according to the transcript?
-The rising cost of higher education is making it difficult for the younger generation to afford college, which in turn can lead to unemployment and financial strain.
What is the reaction of students to the increasing cost of higher education as mentioned in the transcript?
-Students are protesting the increasing cost of higher education, with some demanding that universities lower tuition fees.
What specific example of a university increasing its fees is provided in the transcript?
-The transcript mentions Universitas 11 Maret in Surakarta, where a student protested against an increase in tuition fees that rose up to 8 times.
What are UKT and Ipi, as mentioned in the context of university fees in the transcript?
-UKT stands for 'Uang Kuliah Tahunan' (Annual Tuition Fee), and Ipi, formerly known as SPI (Pengembangan Sarana dan Prasarana Instansi), is a fee for institutional development. Both fees have seen significant increases at the mentioned university.
How did the increase in UKT and Ipi fees at Universitas Sebelas Maret affect the students?
-The increase in UKT and Ipi fees at Universitas Sebelas Maret led to a significant financial burden on students, with some fees increasing by up to 8 times.
What was the response of the House of Representatives (DPR) to the students' aspirations to lower the cost of higher education?
-The House of Representatives (DPR) heard the students' aspirations during a hearing on May 16, indicating that the issue was being acknowledged and discussed at a governmental level.

Outlines

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📚 Rising Education Costs and Unemployment Threats

The script discusses the increasing costs of higher education in Indonesia and its impact on the younger generation, particularly the Gen Z. It highlights the difficulty of finding employment, with many companies requiring a bachelor's degree (S1). The script mentions that the majority of the workforce must have at least a bachelor's degree to be considered for employment. It also points out the irony that while the drive for higher education is strong, the cost of attending university is also rising, posing a threat of unemployment. Data from the Central Statistics Agency as of August 2023 shows that out of 44.47 million young Indonesians aged 15 to 24, 9.9 million are classified as NEET (Not in Education, Employment, or Training), with 5.73 million being female and 4.17 million male. The script also discusses how having a bachelor's degree makes it easier for individuals to develop their skills and advance to higher education levels, whereas jobs that could be done by vocational or diploma graduates are being reserved for those with a bachelor's degree. The rising cost of education is forcing the younger generation to prepare their finances more carefully. The script also touches on protests by students demanding a reduction in tuition fees and how these protests have been heard by the House of Representatives Commission.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Biaya Uang Kuliah

Biaya Uang Kuliah refers to the tuition fees associated with attending university. In the context of the video, it is highlighted as a growing financial burden, particularly for young people or 'Generation Z'. The script mentions that the increasing cost of higher education is becoming a threat, making it difficult for the younger generation to afford university education.

💡Ancaman

Ancaman translates to 'threat' in English. The term is used in the transcript to describe the negative impact of rising university fees on the younger generation's ability to secure employment. It is a central theme of the video, illustrating the challenges faced by young people in Indonesia due to the high cost of education.

💡Pendidikan Tinggi

Pendidikan Tinggi means 'higher education'. The video discusses how the pursuit of higher education is becoming increasingly unaffordable, which is a significant issue for young people seeking to improve their employment prospects. The term is used to emphasize the importance of university education in the job market.

💡NEET

NEET is an acronym for 'Not in Education, Employment, or Training'. The script uses this term to describe a demographic of young people aged 15 to 24 who are neither studying nor working. It is mentioned that 9.9 million young Indonesians fall into this category, which underscores the severity of the unemployment issue.

💡Pendidikan Serata SAT

Pendidikan Serata SAT refers to a Bachelor's degree or S1 in Indonesia. The video mentions that most companies require job applicants to have at least a Bachelor's degree. This requirement is part of the reason why the cost of higher education is such a pressing issue for young job seekers.

💡Kemampuan

Kemampuan translates to 'capability' or 'ability'. The script suggests that individuals who have completed a Bachelor's degree (S1) are more capable of being developed to higher levels of education. This highlights the perceived value of a university degree in terms of personal and professional development.

💡Pengangguran

Pengangguran means 'unemployment'. The video discusses the high unemployment rate among young people, particularly those without a university degree. It is used to emphasize the challenges faced by the younger generation in finding work, which is exacerbated by the high cost of education.

💡Protes

Protes translates to 'protest'. The script mentions protests by students against the rising cost of tuition fees. This keyword is used to illustrate the students' dissatisfaction and their active response to the issue of unaffordable higher education.

💡UKT

UKT stands for 'Uang Kuliah Tahunan', which means 'annual tuition fee'. The script discusses how UKT has increased significantly, with some universities raising fees by up to eight times. This term is central to the video's discussion of the financial burden of higher education.

💡IPI

IPI stands for 'Iuran Pengembangan Institusi', which translates to 'institutional development fee'. The video mentions that this fee has also increased significantly, adding to the financial burden on students. It is used to highlight the various costs associated with university education.

💡Komisi 10 DPR

Komisi 10 DPR refers to 'Committee 10 of the House of Representatives of Indonesia'. The script mentions that this committee heard the students' aspirations to reduce the cost of tuition fees. This term is used to show that the issue has reached the attention of political bodies.

Highlights

Increasing college tuition fees pose a threat to the younger generation, especially the unemployed Gen Z.

Most companies in Indonesia require job applicants to have at least a bachelor's degree.

The majority of Generation Z, aged 15 to 24, are struggling to find jobs.

Ironically, as higher education becomes more expensive, it also becomes a barrier to employment.

According to BPS data from August 2023, 9.9 million out of 44.47 million young Indonesians aged 15 to 24 are classified as NEET (Not in Education, Employment, or Training).

Out of the NEET population, 5.73 million are female, and 4.17 million are male.

A HR expert suggests that a bachelor's degree holder is more likely to be developed for higher education.

A job that can be done by a vocational school or diploma graduate should not be limited to bachelor's degree holders.

The escalating cost of higher education forces the younger generation to prepare their finances more carefully.

Universities are setting fantastic prices for registration and semester fees.

Protests continue to rise from campus levels to government buildings as students demand lower tuition fees.

The aspirations of students to reduce tuition fees were heard by the House of Representatives Commission X during a hearing on May 16.

A student from Universitas 11 Maret in Surakarta protested against an eightfold increase in tuition fees.

UNS experienced a significant increase in tuition fees due to the addition of new UKT (University Operational Fee) categories and the rise of Ipi (Development Fee).

The medical faculty at UNS saw an eightfold increase in Ipi fees from the previous year, reaching 1.25 billion.

The quality of higher education in Indonesia is deteriorating as the cost of education soars and job competition tightens.

The Indonesian government is urged to address the issue of rising education costs.