To become a study program that is open and excellent in Islamic studies at the international level, with an approach that integrates classical studies and modern scientific methods in addressing national and global challenges.

1. To provide international-standard teaching and higher education in Islamic studies and for the Muslim community that is excellent, inclusive, and innovative;

2. To develop outstanding research on the dynamics of Islam and the Muslim community that contributes to the advancement of knowledge and the resolution of national and global issues;

3. To build international academic networks to support the efforts of the faculty to achieve international recognition.

The program offers courses that examine the sources and origins of Islamic thought and practice, particularly the foundational texts in Islam, along with an understanding of Islamic history and civilization. In addition, it offers a wide range of optional modules that prepare students to contextualize Islamic Studies and critically analyze contemporary debates and issues concerning Islam and Muslims.

The modules are delivered through a mode of blended learning mode, which combines traditional class-based methods with guided independent study and online learning.  Lectures, seminars, occasional workshops, peer group learning (such as delivering presentations), journal article publication, and independent study are incorporated into the program. The thesis enables students to select their own area of interest as the focus of their research.

During the program’s four-semester course of study, students must complete a total of 56 credits, consisting of foundation courses, core courses, and elective courses.

Courses are grouped into four components:

• Intensive reading of the foundational texts and discourses in Islam;
• Historical and contemporary Muslim context;
• Theoretical perspectives on understanding Islam and Muslim society;
• Research methodology and skills.