Jakarta, BERITA SPs — The Graduate School (SPs) of UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta held a three-day conciliation meeting from October 15 to 17, 2026, at the Aston Priority Simatupang Hotel, Jakarta, aimed at strengthening international academic networks and modernizing internal academic services. The event primarily focused on discussing international double degree collaborations.

The event was attended by the core leadership of SPs UIN Jakarta, including the Director of SPs, Prof. Dr. Zulkifli, M.A., Deputy Director Prof. Dr. Yusuf Rahman, M.A., as well as the Heads and Secretaries of the Master's and Doctoral Programs in Islamic Studies, the Head of the Administrative Sub-Division (Kasubbag TU), lecturers, and education personnel, whose participation enriched the cross-commission discussions.

In his opening remarks, SPs Director Prof. Dr. Zulkifli, M.A. expressed his deep appreciation to all members of the academic community who attended and dedicated their time. He emphasized that this conciliation meeting serves as a crucial momentum to finalize the double degree cooperation proposal with overseas partner universities, which will serve as the official operational foundation for this global initiative.

In addition to focusing on the double degree program, Prof. Zulkifli explained that the forum was also utilized to complete several other important regulatory products. These documents include the finalization of the Writing Guidelines for scientific papers in English and Arabic, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for digital-based (paperless) research examinations, and the drafting of a special scholarship cooperation proposal for Halal Industry and Culture Studies.

SPs Deputy Director Prof. Dr. Yusuf Rahman, M.A. also provided guidance urging all participants in various commissions to utilize their time optimally. He expressed hope that every formulated target and agenda could be completed on time with comprehensive and applicable results.

Regarding the efficiency of academic services, Prof. Yusuf emphasized the importance of implementing a paperless system for research examination stages. From manuscript review processes to early-stage examinations—such as Proposal Examinations and Closed Examinations—will soon transition to digital formats. Meanwhile, for the peak stages consisting of Thesis Examinations and Doctoral Promotion Examinations, the institution will maintain printed versions to preserve solemnity and administrative validity.

The discussion dynamic grew sharper when Dr. Fuad Jabali, M.A. provided strategic input regarding the expansion of global partners. He suggested that in addition to universities in the Netherlands, which have been the primary target, SPs should also begin exploring cooperation with higher education institutions in Canada, known for being very open and accommodating toward international collaboration programs.

Entering the final day of the event prior to the official closing session, each working commission presented the final results of the formulations developed over the course of three full days. All proposal drafts, writing guidelines, and digital SOP drafts were presented openly to secure mutual approval.

Concluding the series of conciliation events, Prof. Zulkifli placed special emphasis on ensuring that the paperless research examination system can be implemented effectively starting in November 2026. This acceleration step was taken given the high number of students who are eager and actively inquiring about the confirmed schedule for the implementation of this eco-friendly system.

Through this conciliation meeting, SPs UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta is optimistic about swiftly realizing mature international cooperation documents. This initiative not only reinforces UIN Jakarta's strategic position in the global education arena but also drives internal academic governance toward a more efficient and modern digital era. (Jay A)