About Journal

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.

FocusandScopoe

Al-Afkar: Jurnal Pemikiran Mahasiswa is an interdisciplinary academic journal that provides a platform for scholars, educators, students, and practitioners worldwide to contribute research-based papers and critical insights. The journal is committed to fostering intellectual exchange across multiple fields, encouraging diverse perspectives that bridge theory and practice.

All submissions undergo a rigorous peer-review process conducted by experts to ensure scholarly quality and integrity. Authors bear full responsibility for the content of their published articles.

The scope of Al-Afkar: Jurnal Pemikiran Mahasiswa covers a broad range of disciplines and contemporary issues, particularly within the context of research results, including but not limited to:

Qur’anic and Tafsir Studies
Islamic Economics and Finance
Educational Management and Leadership
Education in Pesantren and Madrasah
Curriculum Development in Schools and Higher Education
Islamic Studies and Thought
Innovation in Arabic and English Language Education
Business and Sharia Management
Other related areas in social sciences, humanities, and Islamic studies

By embracing a wide interdisciplinary scope, the journal seeks to advance knowledge and dialogue that are both academically rigorous and socially relevant.