Quranic and Hadith Hermeneutics (HQH)
The Quranic and Hadith Hermeneutics (HQH) concentration equips students with a rigorous interdisciplinary framework to understand foundational Islamic texts both critically and contextually. The program analytically highlights the diverse ways in which the Quran and Hadith are interpreted, produced, and practiced across a spectrum of social, historical, and cultural landscapes.
Through targeted core courses such as Islamic Hermeneutic Theory, Early Islamic History, Academic Study of the Quran and Hadith, and Socio-Cultural Study of the Quran and Hadith, the curriculum challenges students to critically deconstruct the dynamics of text interpretation and religious reception in addressing contemporary issues. Graduates develop robust analytical and research capabilities specifically within the field of Quranic and Hadith Hermeneutics, preparing them to formulate highly contextualized, dynamic, and academically sound Islamic understandings.
Curriculum Structure
Mandatory Interdisciplinary Courses
| No | Course Title | Semester | Credits (SKS) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Islamic Studies: Text and Context | 1 | 3 |
| 2 | Philosophy of Islamic Sciences | 1 | 3 |
| 3 | Religion and Social Theories | 2 | 3 |
| 4 | Research Methods and Academic Writing | 2 | 4 |
| 5 | Thesis Proposal Seminar | 3 | 3 |
| 6 | Thesis | 4 | 8 |
| Total Credits | 24 | ||
Concentration Courses
| No | Course Title | Semester | Credits (SKS) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Islamic Hermeneutic Theory | 2 | 3 |
| 2 | Early Islamic History | 2 | 3 |
| 3 | Academic Study of the Quran and Hadith | 1 | 3 |
| 4 | Socio-Cultural Study of the Quran and Hadith | 2 | 3 |
| Total Credits | 12 | ||
Elective Courses (Select 1)
| No | Course Title | Semester | Credits (SKS) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Special Topics: Religion and Societies | 3 | 3 |
| 2 | Religion and Global Issues | 3 | 3 |
| 3 | Religious Issues in Indonesia | 3 | 3 |
| 4 | Gender and Feminism | 3 | 3 |
Course Descriptions
Mandatory Interdisciplinary Courses
Islamic Studies: Text and Context
Examines the dialectical relationship between foundational Islamic texts (the Quran, Hadith, and classical literature) and the social, cultural, and political realities of Muslim societies. By integrating hermeneutics, exegesis, and critical social sciences, the course builds integrative analytical skills, enabling students to read religious texts contextually and reflectively.
Philosophy of Islamic Sciences
Introduces the epistemological, ontological, and axiological frameworks of Islamic sciences. Students learn to critique foundational assumptions in knowledge production—both within classical Islamic traditions and in dialogue with modern Western thought—to develop scientific paradigms rooted in Tawhid, justice, and public interest.
Religion and Social Theories
Explores classical to contemporary social theories to understand religion as a sociocultural phenomenon. The course focuses on analyzing the function, role, and transformation of religion in modern society, critically deconstructing the relationships between religion, power, economics, and identity politics.
Research Methods and Academic Writing
Provides a comprehensive methodological foundation for designing interdisciplinary research. The curriculum covers qualitative, quantitative, mixed-methods, hermeneutic, and historical approaches, emphasizing technical proficiency, research ethics, and a strong sensitivity to sociocultural and religious contexts.
Thesis Proposal Seminar
Operates as an interactive academic forum to guide students in formulating their thesis proposals. Through faculty guidance and peer discussion, students refine their problem statements, theoretical frameworks, and methodologies, fostering scientific argumentation and the integration of theory with field contexts.
Publication of Journal Articles
Trains students to write, edit, and publish research papers in recognized national and international academic journals. The course rigorously covers publication ethics, academic writing techniques, standard citation systems, and the mechanics of the peer-review process.
Thesis
Serves as the capstone academic achievement demonstrating the student's ability to conduct independent, systematic, critical, and original research. Integrating Islamic theories with the social sciences and humanities, the thesis produces scholarly findings that directly contribute to academic advancement, policy development, and contemporary religious practices.
Concentration Courses
Islamic Hermeneutic Theory
Investigates the evolution and theoretical frameworks of Islamic text interpretation from the classical to the modern era. The course focuses heavily on applying hermeneutical methodologies to deconstruct and articulate the moral and social messages embedded within the Quran and Hadith.
Early Islamic History
Analyzes the historical landscapes, social dynamics, and political constellations of the early Islamic period. The curriculum primarily aims to decode the establishment of textual authority and the evolution of the religious traditions that form the foundation of Islamic orthodoxy.
Academic Study of the Quran and Hadith
Examines comprehensive academic approaches to the study of sacred texts. The course specifically evaluates orientalist methodologies and actively applies the frameworks of modern textual criticism to objectively analyze discourses surrounding the Quran and Hadith.
Socio-Cultural Study of the Quran and Hadith
Traces the adaptation, circulation, and interaction of religious texts within societal realities. The course places a strong emphasis on the phenomena of local exegesis, vernacularization processes, and the community's sociocultural reception of the Quran and Hadith across diverse geographical contexts.
Elective Courses
Special Topics: Religion and Societies
Investigates the dynamic interactions between religion and society through empirical case studies and advanced social theories. The focus lies heavily on the mechanisms of the social construction of religiosity and systematic social change.
Religion and Global Issues
Analyzes the strategic role of religion in addressing contemporary global challenges, including peacebuilding, environmental conservation, human rights advocacy, migration, and sustainable development.
Religious Issues in Indonesia
Analyzes the diversity of religious expression, the sustained impact of identity politics, and the complexities of interfaith relations within the sociopolitical landscape of Indonesia.
Gender and Feminism
Examines feminist theory and practice alongside gender discourse within Islamic studies. The course centers on upholding principles of social justice and reconstructing gender-equitable religious interpretations.