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Faculty of Law UII Builds Network with PPI Munich

On Saturday, August 30, 2025, the Dean of the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII), accompanied by the Head of the Undergraduate Law Program, met with the board of PPI Munich (Indonesian Students Association in Munich), Germany. PPI Munich was represented by Auriza Sumaedi, Head of Information and Student Advocacy, along with two members, Hafvid Fachrizza and Zulfa Nuraini Afifah.

Three main points of discussion were expected to be followed up in the future. First, UII Faculty of Law requested support from PPI Germany in providing assistance to UII students who are scheduled to carry out academic activities in Germany. The presence of PPI is considered very important to ensure comfort and support for Indonesian students studying abroad.

Second, to encourage the spirit of UII law students to participate in international programs, PPI members who return to Indonesia during their holidays will be invited to visit UII Faculty of Law. The Faculty will be pleased to host a forum where they can share motivation and international insights with students. This is expected to help eliminate fear and hesitation among students in joining international activities.

Third, UII Faculty of Law and PPI Munich agreed that this cooperation would be formalized in a written agreement. With this document, the network that has been established will be strengthened and continuously developed in the future.

Germany offers not only quality education but also a supportive environment. With the presence of PPI in almost every city, Indonesian students should not feel anxious or hesitant to seek educational experiences in Germany.

Prof. Dr. Budi Agus Riswandi, S.H., M.Hum., expressed his hope that this cooperation would encourage UII students, especially law students, to pursue study opportunities in Germany. “International experience is essential to broaden horizons and build student character,” he said. Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., Head of the Undergraduate Law Program at UII Faculty of Law, closed the discussion by emphasizing the same point.

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Exploring Cooperation Between Forum Institute and Faculty of Law UII: Developing International Certification in the Legal Field

Munich, August 2025 – A delegation from the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII), visited FORUM • Institut für Management GmbH, Germany, to explore potential cooperation in developing international legal certification programs. The delegation was led by the Dean of the Faculty of Law, Prof. Dr. Budi Agus Riswandi, S.H., M.Hum. During the visit, the delegation was welcomed by one of FORUM’s trainers, Mr. Sebastian Goebel, an expert in AI Generation (AIGen) and Intellectual Property.

In this meeting, Mr. Goebel expressed strong enthusiasm for UII Faculty of Law’s initiative to collaborate with FORUM in developing international certification programs, both for UII specifically and Indonesia more broadly.

Meanwhile, Prof. Budi, as Dean of the Faculty of Law UII, explained that the decision to initiate cooperation with Forum Institute Germany was based on its excellent and professional track record in organizing training activities, including international certification in the field of law.

Prof. Budi further highlighted FORUM’s professional credentials as an international training institution: more than 45 years of experience in professional training, over 750,000 managers worldwide who have participated in its programs, a total of 110 professional training courses, and a network of 6,000 competent and specialized instructors. Additionally, the institution has received approximately 110,000 top ratings from participants, demonstrating its outstanding qualifications and reputation.

Photo: Dean of UII Faculty of Law and Sebastian Goebel

UII Faculty of Law was also drawn to this collaboration because FORUM • Institut für Management GmbH has obtained ISO certifications, namely ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 21001:2018. These standards ensure that its training activities are globally recognized.

In the discussion, Mr. Goebel emphasized that training programs could indeed be carried out through a partnership between FORUM and the Faculty of Law UII. However, he also expressed hope that this cooperation initiative would be followed up through intensive communication between both parties.

The meeting concluded with the Dean of UII Faculty of Law presenting a souvenir to Mr. Goebel as a token of appreciation for his positive response and warm reception.

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Optimizing International Mobility of UII Faculty of Law to Brunswick European Law School

In order to optimize international mobility activities carried out by the Undergraduate Law Program of the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII), the Dean of the Faculty of Law, accompanied by the Head of the Undergraduate Law Program and the Department Secretary, conducted a reciprocal visit to Brunswick European Law School. The visit was held briefly from August 27–28, 2025, starting with a meeting with the International Office of Brunswick European Law School. In addition, the visit also included an inspection of student dormitories to review procedures and make direct reservations for two students who are scheduled to begin their studies in March 2025.

“This visit is a reciprocal one, as in November 2024, the Dean for International Affairs of Brunswick European Law School, Professor Achim, served as a speaker at the 2024 International Students Colloquium organized by the Undergraduate Law Program of UII Faculty of Law. Beyond the reciprocal visit, we aim to realize broader cooperation, not only in terms of student exchange but also international mobility programs, particularly inbound mobility. We hope that not only our students will study abroad, but at the same time, international students, especially from Europe, will also have the opportunity to study at our campus,” explained the Dean of UII Faculty of Law, Professor Budi Agus Riswandi, S.H., M.Hum.

In March 2025, two students from the International Program of the Undergraduate Law Program, Faculty of Law UII, are scheduled to participate in a Credit Transfer Program at Brunswick European Law School. Visa and residence permit applications are currently being prepared. “Previously, our program faced challenges with the visa application process for studying in Germany, which is not simple. Many documents are required, particularly regarding the blocked account and signature specimens from previous schools. This makes the process lengthy and involves multiple procedures. However, with the time available, the program now has more room to prepare. As soon as we landed in Brunswick, we immediately contacted relevant offices and managed the dormitory application for student housing. The dormitory occupancy rate in Brunswick is very high, so securing accommodation requires considerable effort,” stated Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., Head of the Undergraduate Law Program, Faculty of Law UII.

The collaboration with Brunswick European Law School will also be expanded to enable international mobility opportunities for lecturers of the Faculty of Law UII. During the visit, the Department Secretary, Syarif Nurhidayat, S.H., M.H., expressed hopes for future research collaborations or internationally certified training programs that could benefit lecturers. Brunswick also offers a variety of programs for lecturers, including German language training, post-doctoral research, and potential collaboration in teaching. The visit concluded with an exchange of souvenirs and the delivery of an official letter proposing collaboration in an international conference to be hosted by the Faculty of Law UII.

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Faculty of Law UII and ASAHI Conduct Legal Auditor Education and Competency Test

The Faculty of Law Universitas Islam Indonesia, through the Center for Education and Training (Pusdiklat) the UII Faculty of Law, has conducted a Legal Auditor Education and Competency Test. This program as a strategic collaboration with the Indonesian Legal Auditors Association (ASAHI). Through this certified training, alumni of the UII Faculty of Law are expected to be hired faster after graduating. Considering the limited number of job vacancies is not proportional to the number of job applicants, the alumni require a certificate of competence in the field of law as additional skills.

The collaboration was carried out as a manifestation of the role of the Faculty of Law UII in producing excellent, qualified, and competitive human resources, as well as supporting legal compliance in Indonesia. The education and competence test of Legal Auditors was not only taken by alumni of the UII Faculty of Law, but also by the public. The program was attended by a total of 38 participants with different professional backgrounds, including academics, advocates, civil servants, and fresh graduates of the UII Faculty of Law. The event was carried out in two stages: first, the legal auditor education that have conducted online on June 10, 2025 – June 13, 2025. The legal auditor educational was accompanied by leading legal experts and practitioners, such as: Prof. Dr. Jimly Asshiddiqie, S.H., Hadijanto., S.H., M.H., Harvardy M. Iqbal, S.H., M.H., CLA., Dr. M. Rasyid Ridho, S.H., M.H., C.L.A., Dr. Anung Herlianto, EC., S.E., AKT., MBA, Dr. Najib A Gisymar,  S.H., M.H, Drs. Siswo Sujanto, DEA., Dr. Diani Sadiawati, S.H, M.H, LL.M.,  Prof. Dr. Ni’matul Huda, S.H., M.Hum., Dr. Suparman Marzuki, S.H., M.Si., Dr. Inda Rahadian, S.H., M.H., Dr. Umar Haris Sanjaya, S.H., M.H., and Rendy Yudha Syahputra, S.H., M.H.

The material of the education program includes various aspects of legal audits, such as the basics of audits, methodologies, investigative techniques, and the preparation of accurate and comprehensive audit reports. Participants are also given the opportunity to apply theory in practical case studies, so they can implement critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

The next agenda is legal auditor competency test, was held for two days on Monday-Tuesday, June 23-24, 2025, at the Faculty of Law, Islamic University of Indonesia, Yogyakarta. The exam consists of a written exam, preparation of legal audit assignments, and presentations. The exam on the first day is a written exam and the preparation of legal audit assignments. Before the exam began, the Secretary General of ASAHI, Wartono Wirjasaputra, S.H., M.H., CLA. provide instructions to participants. “The competency test is carried out according to the standards of the Legal Auditor Professional Certification Institute which will ultimately give the title to the participant as a competence or incompetence legal auditor, so we hoped that all participants can follow all of the instruction,” said Wartono. The Secretary General of ASAHI also emphasized that after participants are declared competent and receive a certificate from BNSP, they are allowed to practice as professional legal auditors.

After the written exam, the preparation of legal audit assignments was held from noon to evening. Participants are divided into four groups, and each group is supervised by a competent Assessor. The four assessors who conducted the test were Wartono Wirjasaputra, S.H., M.H., CLA., Rora Roikhani ER., S.H., M.M., M.Kn., CLA., Dr. Joko Sriwidodo, S.H., M.H., CLA., and Joddy Mulyasetya Putra, S.H., M.H., CLA. Each group is assigned a case, and participants must compile an analysis of the documents individually and upload the assigned assignments within a certain time limit. Even though the second test is individual assignments, participants can discuss with other participants in their group during the second exam.

The results of the assignments will be presented in front of the Assessor on the next day. Each participant presented the results of their assignments one by one to be tested and assessed by each Assessor. The exam results will be sent to the participants via email, and certificates will be awarded to participants who meet the competent standards.

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Public Defense of Doctoral Dissertation – Yulia Kurniaty, S.H., M.H.

Kaliurang; Thursday, June 26, 2025, at 13.00 WIB, the public defense of the doctoral dissertation by Yulia Kurniaty, S.H., M.H. was held as part of the Doctoral Study Program in Law (PSHPD), Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia. The defense took place in the 4th Floor Auditorium of the Faculty of Law, UII, chaired by Prof. Dr. Budi Agus Riswandi, S.H., M.Hum., with Prof. Dr. Rusli Muhammad, S.H., M.H. serving as the Promoter, and Dr. Aroma Elmina Martha, S.H., M.H. as the Co-Promoter. The examination committee also included Prof. Dr. Dra. Mg. Endang Sumiarni, S.H., M.Hum., Dr. Trisno Raharjo, S.H., M.Hum., Prof. Dr. M. Syamsudin, S.H., M.H., and Dr. M. Arif Setiawan, S.H., M.H.

At the beginning of the session, the promovenda delivered a 10-minute presentation of her dissertation entitled “An Ideal Model for Handling and Sanctioning Sexual Violence in Higher Education Institutions Based on Justice.” She explained that her research aims to analyze the current implementation of sexual violence handling in universities, especially considering that the enactment of Ministerial Regulation No. 30 of 2021 on the Prevention and Handling of Sexual Violence in Higher Education has not significantly reduced incidents. This situation led to the issuance of Ministerial Regulation No. 55 of 2024, which further regulates violence prevention and response in higher education institutions.

In her dissertation, the promovenda addressed three main research questions:

  1. How is sexual violence currently handled in higher education institutions?

  2. What are the similarities, differences, and challenges in the handling process?

  3. What is the ideal model for handling and sanctioning sexual violence in higher education?

The findings of her research are as follows:

  • First, the handling of sexual violence by task forces across the sampled universities varies greatly, depending on the experience, analytical abilities, and available resources of task force members, as well as the financial and institutional support.

  • Second, commonalities in handling include adherence to procedures outlined in the ministerial regulations and the use of social media as a reporting channel. Differences lie in operational techniques—for example, some task forces divide into investigation teams while others do not. There is also inconsistency in the presence of supporting units like health clinics, counseling centers, or legal aid services. Challenges include limited time due to the members’ primary duties as lecturers, students, and staff, as well as inadequate funding and facilities.

  • Third, the ideal model proposed is the Balanced Interest Integration Model, which prioritizes the interests of the reported party, the victim, the university, and the wider campus community. The ideal sanctioning model is based on five aspects: the nature of the violation, its impact, the victim’s losses, the perpetrator’s gain, and any aggravating or mitigating circumstances. These components form the basis for case analysis and sanction recommendations, ensuring that sanctions serve to restore victims, deter perpetrators, and prevent recurrence within the university.

During the defense, the promovenda responded convincingly to the examiners’ questions and successfully defended the arguments within her dissertation. As a result, Dr. Yulia Kurniaty, S.H., M.H. is now officially recognized as the 187th Doctor of Law through the structured learning system of the Doctoral Program in Law at the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia.

At the closing of the session, the Co-Promoter, Dr. Aroma Elmina Martha, S.H., M.H., extended her congratulations and expressed hopes that the knowledge gained would be beneficial for the nation and religion and bring blessings to others.

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Cooperation between the UII Faculty of Law and ICRC Indonesia

On Tuesday, June 10, 2025, a cooperation agreement was established between the Faculty of Law of the Islamic University of Indonesia (UII) and the Indonesian delegation of the International Committee of the Red Cross and Red Crescent (ICRC). This cooperation extends not only to teaching activities but also encompasses research and community service. On this occasion, the Dean of the UII Faculty of Law was accompanied by several other leaders, such as the Vice Dean for Religious, Student, and Alumni Affairs (KKA), the Head of the Undergraduate Law Study Programme (PSHPS), and the Secretary of the Undergraduate Law Study Programme (PSHPS). The ICRC delegation was led by Johan Guillaume, the Deputy Head of the Regional Delegation. Other delegates included Christian Donny Putranto and Ursula Langouran, Legal Advisers at ICRC Indonesia, as well as Maysa Sonia Alam Rahman and Novriantoni Kaharudin, representing the Global Affairs division. The meeting and the signing of the MoU with the ICRC took place at the Faculty Lounge, 2nd floor, of the Faculty of Law, Islamic University of Indonesia.

During the meeting, Prof. Dr. Budi Agus Riswandi, S.H., S.H., M.Hum., Dean of the UII Faculty of Law, stated that, “The UII Faculty of Law warmly welcomes the cooperation with ICRC Indonesia. We hope that one of UII’s core values, particularly the value of humanity, can be further developed, especially in resolving humanitarian issues both in Indonesia and internationally. The UII Faculty of Law is ready to partner with ICRC Indonesia in conducting dissemination, research collaboration, and other activities related to humanity,” said the Dean of the UII Faculty of Law.

Similar sentiments were expressed by the Head of the Undergraduate Study Program in Law of the UII Faculty of Law, who also warmly welcomed the initiative and stated, “The Undergraduate Study Program in Law of the UII Faculty of Law is very grateful to ICRC Indonesia. Although there has been no formal cooperation yet, they have already carried out several dissemination programs and academic activities on international humanitarian law and human rights. As a result, many students have come to understand and learn about the application of international humanitarian law and human rights. On the same day, a ‘Halaqoh Fiqih Siyar 2025, Episode 1‘ event will be held with the theme ‘A Review of the Book Fiqih Kehidupan Series 17: Islam and International Humanitarian Law by Ahmad Sarwat,’ presented by Ust. Ahmad Sarwat from Rumah Fiqih Indonesia. This event is a collaboration between Insania (the Association of Lecturers and Researchers of Islamic Law and International Humanitarian Law in Indonesia) and the ICRC. The event, held at the Ulil Albab Mosque at UII, is expected to bring significant benefits to the development of international humanitarian law and human rights in Indonesia. Furthermore, we are also prepared to host the International Humanitarian Law Moot Court Competition at the end of this year, which will be held for the first time at the UII Faculty of Law.”

Following this, the event proceeded with the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the UII Faculty of Law and ICRC Indonesia, followed by an exchange of mementos and a group photo session.

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Fast and On Point, UII Law Student Graduates in a Short Time Without a Thesis

[KALIURANG]; One of the students from the Faculty of Law at the Islamic University of Indonesia (FH UII), Muhammad Irfan Dhiaulhaq AR—commonly known as Irfan—graduated with a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.73 in a relatively short academic period of 3 years and 3 months. He took part in the graduation ceremony on the first day of the UII Graduation Ceremony for the 4th Period of the 2024/2025 Academic Year, held on Saturday (April 26) at the Abdul Kahar Muzakkir Auditorium. Interestingly, Irfan graduated without a thesis, instead converting his final project (TA) into a co-authored journal with his academic supervisor, Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D.

They co-authored a journal article titled “Striking A Balance Between Job Creation And Sustainability: The Need To Establish A True Environmental Protection Authority in Indonesia” (https://doi.org/10.22437/home.v7i1.317), which was submitted to the Jambe Law Journal, Edition No. 1 of 2024. This journal is accredited as SINTA 2 and served as the conversion for Irfan’s final project. The research raised concerns regarding Law No. 6 of 2023 on Job Creation, which disrupts the balance between economic activity and environmental sustainability by simplifying environmental permits and reducing AMDAL obligations. Using a normative legal approach, the research evaluates how this law diverges from principles of environmental protection. It calls for the establishment of an Environmental Protection Authority to ensure that all business activities in Indonesia comply with sustainability obligations and to prevent uncontrollable environmental degradation.

The process of writing the journal took six months—from September 2024 to March 2025—including preparation, major and minor revisions based on feedback from internal parties and peer reviewers, and the submission process. Irfan admitted that the research process was intense yet exciting due to the novelty of the topic.

“It was certainly intense and exciting, as the research presents a new field that has not been previously explored. Of course, the preparation phase had already begun long in advance, starting from the fifth semester,” Irfan stated during an interview.

Naturally, the process came with challenges—especially in ensuring consistency between the data and the research problem. He noted this was the most difficult part, as the data he used came from Australia.

“Since the data I obtained was specifically related to Australia, I had to regularly check Australian websites or obtain insights from sources there—either through public seminars or by personally emailing the relevant institutions,” he explained.

This journal publication ultimately became Irfan’s path to completing his studies in a notably short time. He also shared tips for students aiming to graduate quickly:
First, reduce non-academic commitments by the sixth semester, improve time management, and focus on the chosen final project topic.
Second, take the Research Methods course seriously and aim to finalize the project proposal by the end of the sixth semester.
Third, find a supervisor whose expertise aligns with your interests, as this significantly impacts the guidance process.
Fourth, choose friends wisely—especially those who are also motivated to graduate on time.
Lastly, strengthen spiritual practices, and seek prayers and support from parents to ensure a smooth academic journey.

He also shared a motivational message for fellow students to stay enthusiastic in their pursuit of success:
“Stay motivated, strive for success, and write to bring benefit to many people,” he concluded. (FMTZ)

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National Seminar : Exploring the Future of Indonesian Migrant Worker Protection

Sleman, 11 June 2025 — The Department of State Administrative Law (HAN) of the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII), held a National Seminar titled “Exploring the Future of Indonesian Migrant Worker Protection” at the 4th Floor Auditorium of the Faculty of Law, UII campus, Jl. Kaliurang Km. 14.5, Sleman, D.I. Yogyakarta. More than 350 participants attended the event, both in person and online. The enthusiasm was evident from the diverse attendance, which included activists, practitioners, academics, bureaucrats, and even former Indonesian Migrant Workers (PMI) from various countries.

The national seminar was opened with remarks from the Dean of the Faculty of Law, UII, Prof. Dr. Budi Agus Riswandi, S.H., M.Hum. He conveyed that the issue of PMI is a strategic one because, in addition to being contributors to the nation’s foreign exchange, they are also a vulnerable group that the state must protect. “Hopefully, the results of this national seminar will serve as valuable input for the drafting of the Bill on the Protection of Indonesian Migrant Workers (RUU PPMI),” he stated.

The event was moderated by Dr. Despan Heryansyah, S.H.I., S.H., M.H. The keynote speaker was Dato Indera Drs. Hermono, M.A., the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Indonesia to Malaysia. Meanwhile, material presentations were delivered by Dr. Ahsanul Minan, Special Staff to the Minister for the Protection of Indonesian Migrant Workers; Wahyu Susilo, Executive Director of Migrant CARE; Eni Lestari Andayani Adi, from the PMI Division Working Team of the Indonesian Diaspora Network (IDN) Global and Chairwoman of the International Migrants Alliance; and Mustika Prabaningrum Kusumawati, S.H., M.H., a lecturer from the Department of State Administrative Law, Faculty of Law, UII.

In his speech, Dato Indera Drs. Hermono highlighted that the problem with PMI protection in Indonesia is caused by a long-entrenched, placement-oriented perspective. Consequently, PMI is viewed merely as an economic function (economic interest). Therefore, PMI must be seen as subjects, so that their protection is based on the perspective of human dignity.

“If we prioritize a placement-oriented view that focuses only on the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), Indonesia’s bargaining power will be weaker than that of the destination country. However, if protection is prioritized, it will grant Indonesia a higher bargaining power, as demonstrated by the practice in Malaysia,” he asserted.

Moving on to the presentation by Dr. Ahsanul Minan, he noted the ongoing institutional transformation from the former BP2MI (Indonesian Migrant Worker Protection Agency) to the Ministry for the Protection of Indonesian Migrant Workers (KP2MI). He further emphasized the implementation of policy reforms based on service digitalization, increased legal and financial literacy, and the integration of cross-border protection desks. As Dr. Ahsanul Minan stated in his presentation, “Protection is not about shelter, but about the system. We need a system that is professional, responsive, and empathetic towards migrant workers as full citizens, not objects of pity.”

Meanwhile, Eni Lestari, in the national seminar forum, highlighted the government’s absence in providing protection for PMI thus far. Eni Lestari explained that PMI issues do not occur at just one stage but at every stage, from pre-departure and during placement to their return to their home country. This is caused by the weak bargaining position of PMI, who are often identified as cheap labor, with wages even lower than the standard for local workers in the destination country. Furthermore, Eni Lestari explained the harsh reality that, “PMI return home injured, unemployed, and are considered ‘former laborers’ by their communities.” For Eni Lestari, a change in the Law on PMI Protection is necessary, one that is more aspirative and participatory by involving PMI.

From his perspective, Wahyu Susilo explained that the recent surge in PMI is a result of the COVID-19 Pandemic, which has triggered a wave of migration to various countries. “Human trafficking is now expanding, where it previously targeted people with weak economies, the poor, and the uneducated. Now, it has shifted to people with adequate economies, from urban areas, and who are educated. This is because victims are taken hostage by perpetrators to extort their parents. Moreover, this situation is exacerbated by the inconsistency of stop-and-go policies during the COVID-19 pandemic,” he concluded.

According to Wahyu Susilo, the most vulnerable PMIs are those who work as Domestic Workers (PRT), a sector dominated by women, whose welfare remains questionable. Wahyu Susilo stressed the importance of synchronizing national laws and regulations with international covenants such as the International Labour Organization Convention 189.

Meanwhile, Mustika Prabaningrum, from an academic perspective, highlighted the wide gap between the ideal and reality. Ideally, PMI should receive information, training, fair work contracts, and safety guarantees. In reality, many are sent undocumented, are unaware of their rights, and fall victim to the practice of overcharging. “Systemic reform must start from the upstream, namely through the empowerment of migrant villages and vocational training relevant to global labor market needs,” Mustika emphasized in her presentation.

In addition to the national seminar, the Department of State Administrative Law, Faculty of Law, UII also held a national Call for Paper conference, attended by 29 institutions, including Universitas Gadjah Mada, the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), and the Coordination of Former Indonesian Migrant Workers (KPPMI). Zakiul Fikri, S.H., M.A., LL.M, in his remarks as the Committee Chair, mentioned that 43 papers that passed the selection process from various participating institutions were presented at the event, divided into two online chambers, one hybrid chamber, and two offline chambers.

Thus, the agenda of the national seminar and the presentation of scientific papers were inclusive, attended by various stakeholders to reflect on and provide input to the Government on what policies are appropriate to improve the protection for PMI in the future.

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Guest Lecture with Dr. Fatimah Yusro Hashim from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia: “Inheritance Law in Malaysia”

The Undergraduate Study Program in Law, Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII), held a public lecture on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at the Stage Room, west wing, Faculty of Law UII. This public lecture featured Dr. Fatimah Yusro Hashim from the Faculty of Law (FUU), National University of Malaysia (UKM), as the speaker. The lecture addressed the theme of Islamic Inheritance Law in Malaysia, with the specific title discussed being “Estate Management in Malaysia.” This mandatory event was attended by students of the Undergraduate Program in Law enrolled in the Islamic Inheritance Law course and was moderated by Dr. Umar Haris Sanjaya, S.H., M.H., the lecturer for the Islamic Inheritance Law course at the Faculty of Law UII.

In this public lecture, it was conveyed that “Islamic Inheritance Law has differences, possibly due to the influence of the common law system. However, fundamentally, the inheritance distribution for Muslims is almost the same as in Indonesia. This is because both Malaysia and Indonesia possess and adhere to Islamic law,” stated Dr. Fatimah Yusro Hashim.

The Head of the Undergraduate Program in Law, Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia, Dodik Setiawan Nur H, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., in his opening remarks, stated that, “This public lecture or guest lecture program is not the first, and it is an ongoing program, similar to previous semesters. This includes inviting [speakers] from the National University of Malaysia so that both international and regular program students have comprehensive preparedness and understanding, especially a comparative understanding of the inheritance systems in both Indonesia and its implementation in Malaysia.”

The Undergraduate Study Program in Law greatly hopes that students can develop, or perhaps gain insights and knowledge from Dr. Fatimah’s presentation, which can later serve as a basis for writing their final assignments. The event was attended by approximately 40 students and proceeded smoothly due to active interaction from the students. Before the event was closed by the moderator, a question-and-answer session was opened for the students, followed by a group photo session with the speaker and the moderator.

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UII Law Faculty Welcomes Delegates from the University of Galway to Strengthen International Collaboration

Yogyakarta, May 2, 2025—The Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (FH UII), continues to strengthen its international engagement by hosting a delegation from the University of Galway, Ireland, one of Europe’s prominent universities. The visit marked an initial step toward exploring cross-border academic cooperation to expand students’ and faculty’s access to global collaborative programs.

Associate Professor Emer Curtis, Associate Head of Internationalisation at the J.E. Cairnes School of Business and Economics and a member of the Academic Council at the University of Galway, led the delegation from the University of Galway. She was accompanied by Michael Noble, B.Sc., MBS, PgDip., representing the Irish Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

The visiting delegates were warmly received by Prof. Dr. Budi Agus Riswandi, S.H., M.Hum., Dean of FH UII, along with other faculty leaders. Among those present were Dr. Sri Hastuti Puspitasari, S.H., M.H., Vice Dean for Human Resources; Syarif Nurhidayat, S.H., M.H., Secretary of the Department of Law; Prof. Dr. Sefriani, S.H., M.Hum., Head of the Master Program in Law; Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., Head of the Undergraduate Study Program in Law; Mukmin Zakie, S.H., M.Hum., Ph.D., Head of the Undergraduate Study Program in Business Law; Dr. Aroma Elmina Martha, S.H., M.H., Secretary of the International Undergraduate Study Program in Law; Frances Annmarie Duffy, LL.M., Grad Dip Ed, BA., CEL, foreign faculty lecturer at FH UII; and Rahadian Diffaul Barraq Suwartono, S.H., M.H., Lecturer in Constitutional Law in FH UII.

In his remarks, Prof. Dr. Budi Agus Riswandi emphasized that internationalization is a central pillar of FH UII’s academic development. “We are open to collaboration with top-tier universities around the world, including the University of Galway. The presence of an Irish lecturer among our permanent faculty serves as a valuable bridge for this prospective partnership,” he stated.

The meeting involved strategic discussions on various potential areas of collaboration, such as student exchange programs for both undergraduate (S1) and postgraduate (S2) levels, guest lectures, visiting professorships, and the development of joint degree initiatives.

Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., Head of the Undergraduate Study Program in Law, noted that the program is actively expanding its international track and is seeking overseas partners to support students pursuing global academic experiences. “There are numerous collaborative opportunities that can be implemented between FH UII and the University of Galway. Our undergraduate program is highly receptive to student exchange initiatives, allowing both S1 and S2 students to study for one semester at the School of Law, University of Galway. Furthermore, the presence of visiting professors and guest lectures can serve as a medium to introduce the academic environment of the University of Galway to our students, especially at the undergraduate level. As we already operate an International Program, we are in need of international partners to support our students in pursuing global education and participating in Joint Degree Programs,” he explained.

In response, Associate Professor Emer Curtis welcomed the opportunity for collaboration and expressed readiness to begin preparing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to formalize the cooperation. “We are open to initiating joint academic activities that engage students and faculty members from both institutions,” he said.

The discussion also explored the potential for collaboration at the doctoral level. Prof. Dr. Budi Agus Riswandi highlighted that FH UII is currently one of the few private law faculties in Indonesia receiving full scholarship support from LPDP (Lembaga Pengelola Dana Pendidikan) for its Doctoral Program in Law (PSHPD). “We see a promising opportunity for our doctoral students to undertake part of their studies at the University of Galway and graduate with a dual degree upon completion of their academic journey in both institutions,” he added.

The visit concluded with a networking session, token exchange, and group photo. FH UII hopes this collaboration will soon be realized through concrete programs that enhance academic quality and cultivate global partnerships. (Farchan Juliansyah)