Faculty of Psychology UIN Jakarta: Integrating Psychological Science with Islamic Values

Jakarta, UIN Online News — The Faculty of Psychology (FPsi) at UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta has consistently been one of the university’s most sought-after faculties during the annual student admissions. Located at Campus II, the faculty distinguishes itself through its strengths in Islamic Psychology and Psychometrics, offering an academic environment where contemporary psychological science is harmoniously integrated with Islamic values.

The faculty offers two degree programs: the Bachelor of Psychology (S.Psi.), designed to be completed in eight semesters, and the Master of Psychology (M.Psi.), which can be completed in four semesters. The graduate program provides three areas of specialization: Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Educational Psychology, and Psychometrics.

Its curriculum combines Indonesia’s National Higher Education Standards (SN Dikti) with the competency framework established by the Association of Indonesian Higher Education Providers in Psychology (AP2TPI). This integrated approach equips graduates with a strong academic foundation, professional competence, and ethical values, preparing them to contribute effectively to the ever-evolving field of psychology.

Academically, the undergraduate psychology program has earned the prestigious "Excellent" (Unggul) accreditation from the National Accreditation Board for Higher Education (BAN-PT), affirming its reputation as one of Indonesia’s leading psychology programs, particularly in the areas of Islamic Psychology and Psychometrics. This achievement reflects the faculty’s commitment to high-quality education, research, and academic excellence.

The Faculty of Psychology is also supported by a wide range of research centers and professional service units, including the Psychological Services Center (PLP), the Student Psychological Well-being Center (LKPM), the Research Ethics Committee, and research groups specializing in Applied Psychometrics, Islamic Psychology, and Health Psychology. Students further benefit from modern learning facilities, including psychology laboratories, computer laboratories, and a well-equipped library.

The faculty's academic strength is reinforced by an accomplished body of scholars, including seven distinguished professors representing various fields of expertise:

• Prof. Dr. Komaruddin Hidayat – Professor of Philosophy of Religion
• Prof. Dr. Abdul Mujib, M.Ag., M.Si. – Professor of Islamic Psychology
• Prof. Bambang Suryadi, Ph.D. – Professor of Educational and Counseling Psychology
• Prof. Dr. Achmad Syahid, M.Ag. – Professor of Islamic Thought
• Prof. Dr. Rena Latifa, M.Psi., Psi. – Professor of Psychology of Religion
• Prof. Dr. Zahrotun Nihayah, M.Si. – Professor of Psychology
• Prof. Dr. Fadhilah Suralaga, M.Si. – Professor of Educational Psychology

Beyond academic excellence, the faculty benefits from a strong and active alumni network through IkaluinPsi, the Psychology Alumni Association. Alumni hold positions across government institutions, private corporations, startups, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), educational institutions, and various industries. Their continued engagement contributes to curriculum development, career mentoring, employment opportunities, and collaborative initiatives supporting the university’s Tri Dharma of Higher Education—education, research, and community service.

Graduates of the Faculty of Psychology enjoy broad career opportunities in psychological counseling, research, education, human resource development, organizational consulting, and various professional sectors. Equipped with a comprehensive curriculum, practical training, and interdisciplinary perspectives, they are well prepared to compete and excel in both national and international professional environments.

With its excellent accreditation, distinguished faculty members, comprehensive facilities, and distinctive integration of psychological science with Islamic values, the Faculty of Psychology at UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta continues to provide an ideal academic environment for aspiring psychologists committed to advancing both scientific knowledge and the well-being of society.