Al-Afkar: Jurnal Pemikiran Mahasiswa is a peer-reviewed scientific journal published biannually by the Center for Research and Community Service (P3M), Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Al-Qur'an As-Syifa Subang, Indonesia. The journal was first launched in July 2025 and holds both print and online ISSNs (ISSN Print: XXXX-XXXX | ISSN Online: XXXX-XXXX). Aligned with its name, Al-Afkar which means "thoughts" this journal serves as a platform for critical and original thinking among students in the academic fields of education and social sciences. It aims to disseminate scholarly works that explore theoretical frameworks, empirical findings, methodological innovations, and contemporary issues within its scope. Submitted manuscripts undergo an initial editorial screening to assess their relevance, originality, and academic rigor. Articles that pass the initial review will be forwarded to peer reviewers for a double-blind review process. The journal upholds high standards of academic quality, emphasizing clarity, scientific contribution, and intellectual depth. Authors will receive an editorial decision within four weeks of submission.
The journal is dedicated to publishing the ideas and research findings of students, aiming to foster critical thinking, academic curiosity, and scientific literacy among the younger generation. As a student-based journal, Al-Afkar provides a strategic space for emerging scholars to contribute to the academic discourse and showcase the originality of their thoughts and innovations.
The scope of Al-Afkar is interdisciplinary and inclusive of a wide range of themes in the social sciences and Islamic studies. The journal welcomes empirical studies, conceptual analyses, and literature reviews from students in fields including but not limited to:
The journal also encourages innovative approaches in research methodology, integration of Islamic values in academic fields, and contributions that bridge classical knowledge with modern challenges. Manuscripts may be submitted in Indonesian or English. All accepted articles will be assigned a unique DOI to ensure digital traceability and global accessibility.
The editorial team of Al-Afkar is committed to maintaining high editorial standards and fostering an inclusive, dynamic academic platform. We believe that student voices matter and that their ideas deserve scholarly recognition. Our long-term vision is to guide Al-Afkar toward national accreditation (SINTA) by the Ministry of Research, Technology, and Higher Education (Kemenristekdikti), and to position the journal as a credible reference for student-led scientific publications in Indonesia and beyond.
2025-08-17
Dear colleagues,
We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to all members of the Al-Afkar editorial team, including editors and reviewers, for their valuable contributions and dedication in developing this journal and maintaining the quality of its publications in accordance with scientific standards.
The Journal Management Decree of Al-Afkar can be downloaded via the following link here.
2025-07-22
CALL FOR BEST PAPERS (Volume 1 No. 1 August 2025)
Volume 1 No. 1, published in August 2025
(The deadline for submission is August 5, 2025)
Volume 1 No. 2, published in January 2026
(The deadline for submission is December 15, 2025)
Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025): Al-Afkar: Jurnal Pemikiran Mahasiswa
There are 5 articles in this issue were authored/co-authored by 12 authors from Indonesia. They are senior lecturers, graduate students, and academic researchers from 4 of the best institutions: STIQ As-Syifa Subang, UIN Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang, UIN Palangka Raya, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta.
Published: July 22, 2025
