Master Program in Religious Studies
The master in Religious Studies was established in 2012 through the Decree of the Director General of Islamic Education Number: 1424 of 2012, regarding the Permit to Organize Postgraduate Study Programs at Islamic Higher Education (PTAI). Then, the Decree of the Chancellor of the State Islamic University (UIN) Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta with Number: Un.01/R/HK.00.5/113/2012 concerning the Determination of Permits for the Implementation of Postgraduate Study Programs at the Faculty of Ushuluddin UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta strengthened the previous legal standing.
The Faculty of Ushuluddin did run three master programs viz., Comparative Religion, Islamic Creed and Philosophy, and Tafsir and Hadith in the past. The master program in Comparative Religion has two concentrations, to wit, Religious Harmony and Study of Religions (Catholic Religious Studies, Christian Studies, Hindu Studies, Buddhist Studies, and Confucian Studies). The first batch of master students in Comparative Religion started in September 2012.
The National Accreditation Board for Higher Education assessed the Masters Program in Comparative Religion in 2014, and the study program earned C as it is written in the accreditation number 378/SK/BAN-PT/Akred/M/IX/2014. Thus, the name of this master program changed into the Master Program in Study of Religions (MSAA) based upon the Decree of the Director General of Islamic Higher Education Number 6943 year 2016 regarding Changes and Adjustments to the Nomenclature of Study Programs at Islamic Religious Colleges (PTKI). The Ministry of Religious Affairs of Republic of Indonesia regulates that the academic title of this master program is Master of Religion (M.Ag.) as it is available from within the Regulation of the Minister of Religions Number 33 of 2016 concerning Academic Degrees for Religious Tertiary Institutions and Decree of the Chancellor of UIN Jakarta number 850 of 2016 concerning Student Academic Degrees. And now, the study program is accredited A.
Excellent and prominent in preventing and transforming both intra and interreligious Conflict, dedicate to creating a sense of security and peace for human life.
- Develop knowledge and expertise in religious harmony and religious studies.
- Develop comprehensive studies in Religious Harmony and Religious Studies based on understanding of the realities of the nation and the world.
- Develop research in Religious Harmony and Religious Studies.
- Provide assistance in managing inter and intrareligious conflict in society.
- To equip students with advanced knowledge and understanding of the key concepts, texts, and historical developments in Islamic theology and philosophy.
- To enable students to critically analyze and synthesize Islamic theological and philosophical arguments with an aim to address modern-day challenges and ethical dilemmas.
- To promote original research in the field of religious studies, encouraging contributions to academic journals, conferences, and scholarly discussions that enhance the understanding of Islam in a global context.
- Originally trained in political science, this alum pursued a Master’s in Interreligious Studies to better understand the intersection of religion and public policy.
- With a passion for humanitarian work, this alum entered the Master’s program after several years in the non-profit sector working on international development and aid.
- This alum was drawn to Interreligious Studies to explore philosophical questions about belief, ethics, and community across different faiths.
The Master in Religious Studies Program is an intellectual vehicle that invites students to explore and understand the diversity of religions that surround our world. This is a program that offers deep insight into the various religious traditions, beliefs, spiritual practices, and history of different religions around the world.
One of the main features of the program is its inclusive and comparative approach to religions. Students learn about major religions such as Islam, Christianity, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Judaism, as well as lesser-known minority religions and traditional beliefs. This allows them to understand the similarities, differences, and interactions between various religions.
| No | Nama |
Study Program |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prof. Dr. Media Zainul Bahri, M.A. | Religious Studies |
| 2 | Muhammad Sairi, M.Ag. | Religious Studies |
| 3 | Prof. Dr. M. Amin Nurdin, M.A. | Religious Studies |
| 4 | Prof. Dr. Masri Mansoer, M.Ag. | Religious Studies |
| 5 | Syaiful Azmi, S.Ag., M.A. | Religious Studies |
| 6 | Dr. Ahmad Ridho, DESA | Religious Studies |
| 7 | Prof. Dr. M. Ikhsan Tanggok, M.Si. | Religious Studies |
| 8 | Prof. Drs. Ismatu Ropi, M.A, Ph.D. | Religious Studies |
| 9 | Prof. Dr. M. Ridwan Lubis, M.A. | Religious Studies |
| 10 | Dra. Hermawati, M.A. | Religious Studies |
| 11 | Siti Nadroh, S.Ag., M.Ag | Religious Studies |
| 12 | Trie Yunita Sari, M.A. | Religious Studies |
| 13 | Dra. Halimah, S.M., M.Ag. | Religious Studies |
| 14 | Drs. Moh. Nuh HS., M.Ag. | Religious Studies |
| 15 | Drs. Dadi Darmadi, M.A. | Religious Studies |
| 16 | Wasil, S.Th.I., M.Ag | Religious Studies |
Laboratory
The Faculty of Ushuluddin Laboratory is an Educational Laboratory used for various student practical, research and research activities. There are various types of equipment that are very supportive for practical work. With the availability of fairly complete equipment in this educational laboratory, each student can use the equipment facilities during the practical work. This laboratory has a very large place, so students will be very comfortable when taking part in practical work. In addition, various types of safety equipment are also available, so that students who are carrying out practical work in the Laboratory will feel safe and comfortable.
Library
The library is the heart of the university that functions as a supporter of the movement and academic dynamics of the university. The library is tasked with providing, managing and distributing information for educational, research and community service purposes. The Ushuluddin Faculty Library as a learning center continues to develop both in quality and quantity in order to provide excellent service. Until now, the library has a printed and electronic collection of more than 6697 titles consisting of e-books, journals, theses, and others. The fields of medicine and health sciences and Islam. In addition, to meet information needs, the FU library provides computers equipped with wired and wi-fi internet services.