FSH News, Zoom Meeting — The Constitutional Law (HTN) Study Program held a discussion forum on the proposed changes to study program nomenclature within Islamic Religious Higher Education Institutions (PTKI). The forum served as an academic dialogue involving lecturers, students, and academics to discuss policies concerning the restructuring of study programs and their implications for the academic sustainability and future career prospects of HTN graduates. The discussion was held on Saturday, May 9, 2026.

The activity began with a report from the organizing committee chair outlining the objectives of the forum as a platform for exchanging ideas and conveying aspirations regarding the proposed changes to the Constitutional Law Study Program nomenclature. This was followed by remarks from Falih, representing the organizing committee, and then by Nurlaili, Secretary of the HTN Study Program, who officially opened the event and introduced the discussion speakers.

During the main presentation, Wildan Humaidi explained that the restructuring of study program nomenclature is part of a ministry policy aimed at aligning higher education with contemporary developments, labor market needs, technological advancement, and national education standards. According to him, nomenclature evaluations are conducted to ensure that study programs remain relevant to societal needs and developments in their respective academic disciplines.

Wildan further explained that the nomenclature of HTN Study Programs across PTKI institutions remains diverse, including Constitutional Law, Islamic Constitutional Law, and Constitutional Law (Siyasah Syar’iyyah). This diversity has prompted discussions regarding the possibility of standardizing nomenclature in accordance with the ministry’s latest policies. The forum also examined the academic position of HTN within both the legal and religious science clusters.

The forum also presented the perspective of APHUTARI regarding the importance of maintaining the existence of HTN/Siyasah Study Programs. These programs are considered to have distinctive curricula that integrate Islamic values while remaining relevant to developments in Indonesian constitutional law. HTN students were also recognized for their active participation and achievements in various academic competitions, including constitutional debates, moot court competitions, and scientific writing.

Prof. Makum subsequently discussed the implications of nomenclature changes from several perspectives. From a legal standpoint, changes in nomenclature are related to accreditation legality, PDDikti data, and the recognition of academic degrees. Academically, such changes would affect curriculum adjustments, graduate profiles, and human resource development within study programs. From the perspective of study program development, changes in nomenclature could also influence graduates’ employment opportunities and public interest in the HTN Study Program.

During the discussion session, participants shared various perspectives on the position of HTN graduates in the professional world. The speakers explained that HTN graduates possess competencies equivalent to those of graduates holding a Bachelor of Laws degree in general, particularly in constitutional and administrative law. Although certain professions may still present administrative barriers, HTN graduates continue to have broad career opportunities, particularly in government institutions, public policy, public administration, and state institutional development.

The forum also discussed the outcomes of a meeting among deans held in Ambon on April 26 regarding the classification of academic disciplines within the religious science cluster. Several fields were identified during the meeting, including Islamic Family Law, Sharia Economic Law, Islamic Criminal Law, Constitutional Law/Siyasah, Comparative Studies, and Ilmu Falak (Islamic Astronomy). These fields are expected to be submitted to the Ministry of Religious Affairs for further consideration.

The discussion proceeded interactively through a question-and-answer session between participants and the speakers. Various issues were raised, including the relevance of nomenclature to labor market needs, the academic sustainability of graduates, and administrative barriers affecting access to certain professions. The speakers emphasized that, in terms of academic substance, HTN continues to hold a strong and relevant position within the development of constitutional law in Indonesia.

In closing, Nurlaili expressed her hope that the entire academic community would remain optimistic and continue supporting the strengthening of the HTN Study Program, both academically and professionally. She also hoped that the aspirations conveyed through the discussion forum would receive due consideration from the ministry and relevant policymakers, ensuring that the nomenclature restructuring process takes into account academic sustainability and the future prospects of HTN graduates.