Islam, Gender, and Minority Studies (IGSM)
The Islam, Gender, and Minority Studies (IGSM) concentration equips students with a rigorous interdisciplinary perspective to decode the complex dynamics of social relations, power structures, and identity representation within Muslim societies. The program addresses critical gender and minority issues through the advanced lenses of Islamic feminism, the sociology of religion, and minority studies to cultivate a just, inclusive, and diversity-sensitive Islamic paradigm.
Through targeted courses such as Religion and Vulnerable Groups, Social Inclusion in Muslim Societies, Gender and Minority Rights, and Islamic Feminism and Post-Colonialism, the curriculum empowers students to critically analyze the lived experiences, systemic challenges, and advocacy struggles of minority groups. Graduates develop robust analytical and research capabilities, enabling them to lead the development of equitable social practices and influence inclusive academic discourse.
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 | Religion and Vulnerable Groups | 1 | 3 |
| 2 | Social Inclusion in Muslim Societies | 2 | 3 |
| 3 | Gender and Minority Rights | 2 | 3 |
| 4 | Islamic Feminism and Post-Colonialism | 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 and the socio-cultural realities of Muslim societies. The course applies hermeneutics and critical social sciences to analyze how scholars interpret and implement texts across historical and contemporary contexts.
Philosophy of Islamic Sciences
Introduces the epistemological framework of Islamic sciences within modern philosophical debates. Students critically evaluate foundational assumptions in knowledge production and develop scientific paradigms rooted in the values of Tawhid, justice, and public interest.
Religion and Social Theories
Explores classical and contemporary social theories to decode religion as a socio-cultural phenomenon. The course critically analyzes the intersection of religion, power dynamics, economics, and identity in modern societies.
Research Methods and Academic Writing
Provides a comprehensive methodological foundation for designing interdisciplinary research. The curriculum covers qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods approaches, emphasizing research ethics, socio-cultural context sensitivity, and academic writing standards.
Thesis Proposal Seminar
Operates as an interactive academic forum to guide students in designing their thesis proposals. Through peer discussion and faculty guidance, students actively refine their problem statements, theoretical frameworks, and research methodologies.
Publication of Journal Articles
Trains students to write, edit, and publish scientific papers in recognized national or international academic journals. The course rigorously enforces publication ethics, standard citation formats, and an understanding of the peer-review process.
Thesis
Serves as the capstone academic achievement demonstrating the ability to conduct independent, critical, and original research. Students integrate Islamic theories with social sciences to produce actionable insights that directly influence institutional policies and modern religious practices.
Concentration Courses
Religion and Vulnerable Groups
Examines the societal positions, systemic challenges, and adaptation strategies of social, ethnic, and religious minorities within contemporary Muslim societies. The course evaluates how religious frameworks intersect directly with the daily lived experiences of vulnerable populations.
Social Inclusion in Muslim Societies
Explores advanced research methodologies—specifically highlighting ethnography and discourse analysis—to study mechanisms of social integration and exclusion. The curriculum empowers students to architect inclusive social policies within diverse Islamic contexts.
Gender and Minority Rights
Analyzes the legal frameworks and advocacy strategies used to champion minority rights, grounded strictly in the Islamic principles of justice and public interest (kemaslahatan). The course critically examines the complex intersection of religious discourse, sexuality, and identity politics in shaping social policies.
Islamic Feminism and Post-Colonialism
Investigates the intellectual evolution of Islamic feminist theories and post-colonial methodologies. The course employs feminist hermeneutics to deconstruct gender relations, power dynamics, and historical representations embedded within Islamic traditions.
Elective Courses
Special Topics: Religion and Societies
Investigates the dynamic interactions between religion and society through real-world case studies and advanced social theories, emphasizing the social construction of religiosity and systemic institutional change.
Religion and Global Issues
Analyzes the proactive role of religion in addressing pressing global challenges, including international peacebuilding, environmental conservation, human rights advocacy, global migration, and sustainable development.
Religious Issues in Indonesia
Explores the diversity of religious expression, the sociopolitical impact of identity politics, and interfaith relations specifically within the complex socio-political landscape of Indonesia.
Gender and Feminism
Examines feminist theory and practice alongside gender discourse in Islamic studies, placing an uncompromising focus on social justice and the equitable reconstruction of religious interpretation.