The Largest Annual Indonesian Doctoral Students with Scholars Gathering in the UK

DOCTRINE UK SUMMIT 2026

CENDEKIA Research Showcase

"Indonesian Scholars as Agents of Knowledge Diplomacy in the Indonesia–UK Partnership"

Free but limited places available. Registration closes 3 July 2026.

Beyond the Screen

Connecting the Diaspora

While Doctrine UK thrives as a vibrant digital community connecting Indonesian PhD students and early-career researchers year-round, the Summit serves a very special purpose. It is not just an academic conference—it is our largest annual offline gathering.

For the first time ever, the 2026 Summit is proudly held in conjunction with the CENDEKIA Research Showcase. Together, we are creating a unique space that balances rigorous academic showcasing with the warm, vital, and human connections of the Indonesian diaspora.

Panel Discussion

Engage in vibrant dialogue with Indonesian diaspora scholars driving bilateral innovation and knowledge diplomacy.

Poster Exhibition

Discover 50+ innovative, multidisciplinary research displays and celebrate outstanding academic breakthroughs.

Research Showcase

Get front-row access to high-impact insights as shortlisted scholars showcase their findings live on stage.

Networking Lunch

A vibrant, dedicated space to forge meaningful connections, exchange brilliant ideas, and spark new collaborations.

Performances

Take a breather and enjoy a vibrant celebration of culture and creativity, showcasing our talented scholar community.

Doctrine UK Forum

Help chart the future together during this essential assembly and strategic discussion for the Doctrine UK community.

Knowledge Diplomacy

Distinguished Speakers

H.E. Desra Percaya, PhD

Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia to the UK, Ireland, and IMO

Opening Remarks & Special Music Performance

Prof. Richard Dashwood

Vice-Provost & Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Coventry University

Welcoming Remarks

Panel Discussion Session

Prof. Agus M. Ramdhan

Educational and Cultural Attaché, Indonesian Embassy London

"Policy Perspectives: Scholarships, Academic Mobility"

Dr Sarinova Simandjuntak

Director, CEAS, Anglia Ruskin University

"Academic Collaboration: Building Institutional Partnership"

Dorothy Ferary, M.Sc.

Lecturer at UCL-IoE & Vice Rector III, Satya Terra Bhinneka Univ

"From Scholar to Change-Maker"

Prof. Ahmad Daryanto

Professor of Marketing, Lancaster University Mgmt School

"Driving Cross-Border Collaboration"

Session Moderated by Rikhaparamita Siregar (PGR at Univ of Southampton, Deputy Chair DOCTRINE UK)

Featuring 50+ Curated Research Posters

Reflecting the breadth and diversity of research undertaken by Indonesian scholars across different disciplines. Shortlisted researchers will present their work on stage and compete for the Best Presenter Award.

Dr Ahmad Rizky M Umar Dr Anindityo Patmonoaji Dr Arif Budiarto Dr Ully Yunita Nafizah

Research Curators

Event Rundown

Agenda

09:00 - 10:00

Registration & Exhibitions

Registration, Visit Poster Exhibition, Video from BMEL & BI presented.

10:00 - 10:40

Welcome Remarks and Opening

  • Indah P. Suryani (CENDEKIA Coventry Chairwoman)
  • Deden Habibi Ali Alfathimy (Doctrine UK Chairman)
  • Bank Indonesia Representative
  • Prof. Richard Dashwood (Coventry University)
  • H.E. Desra Percaya, Ph.D. (Ambassador)
10:40 - 11:00

Ceremonials & Performances

Exchange Gifts, Group Photo, and Special Music Performance by H.E. Desra Percaya, Ph.D.

11:00 - 12:20

Panel Discussion

"Indonesian Scholars as Agents of Knowledge Diplomacy in Indonesia–UK Partnership"

12:30 - 13:15

Networking Lunch

Lunch and networking session for all participants.

13:15 - 14:15

Poster Exhibition & Presentation

All presenters standby next to their posters to engage directly with participants.

14:15 - 14:30

Cultural Music Performance

Special collaboration by Cendekia x Doctrine UK x Prof. Agus M. Ramdhan.

14:30 - 15:30

Research Showcase Presentation

4 Shortlisted Posters will be presented live on stage.

15:30 - 15:40

Awarding Ceremony

Awards for Best Posters, Best Presenter, and Most Favourite Poster.

15:50 - 16:50

Doctrine UK General Forum

A strategic assembly and discussion session for the Doctrine UK community.

Our Partners & Sponsors

Embassy of Indonesia London Coventry University Bank Indonesia Bank Mandiri Europe Ltd Canting Buana Kreatif

A Look Back: Previous Summits

2025

Southampton, UK

University of Southampton

"Exploring Ideas, Creating Impact"

2024

Glasgow, UK

University of Glasgow

"Resilience in a Changing World: Embracing Global Geopolitical Challenges"

2023

Manchester, UK

Alliance Manchester Business School

Inaugural Summit: Network Consolidation & Programme Launch