Abouts Us
VISION
To promote Halalan Thayyiban products as the foundation in establishing Baldatun Thayyibatun wa Rabbun Ghafur {A good land and a forgiving Lord}.
MISSION
Steadfast to become an excellent Halalan Thayyiban Research Centre with international reputation.
Objective
- To offer the academic programme in the field of halalan thayyiban which is systematic and effective in ensuring that research as well as a comprehensive and credible education is generated.
- To conduct a comprehensive academic research relating to halalan thayyiban and systematically examine issues related to halalan thayyiban from time to time in order to protect the sanctity of Islam.
- To offer courses and training that will assist researchers and academicians in conducting academic research, innovation, service/monitoring of experimental samples/scientific analysis in the laboratory and research development relating to halalan thayyiban.
- Offering consultation and professional services and authentication in the laboratory for products in both the national and international markets in determining that these products are indeed in accordance with the standards of halalan thayyiban or otherwise.
- Generating UNISSA financial income by introducing a variety of halalan thayyiban products whether in the form of research, publications and services to local as well as the international halal industry.
- To maintain and uphold the sanctity of halalan thayyiban as a way of life and practice through teaching, research, professional services and training based on knowledge, faith, good deed, piety and morality in line with the teachings of Ahli Sunnah Wal Jama‘ah of Mazhab Shafi‘i.
- To produce experts in the field of halalan thayyiban who are able to clarify and provide solution to the confusion/problem in the society, primarily in Brunei Darussalam and regional countries, and finally uphold the sanctity of the Sunnah of the Prophet (peace be upon him).
- To establish a centre of excellence on halalan thayyiban based on comprehensive knowledge of both naqli and ‘aqli through teaching, research and professional services.
Programmes Offered
DEGREE PROGRAMME
Bachelor of Halal Science
MASTER DEGREE PROGRAMME
Master of Halal Science (Halal Management) (By Research)
Master of Halal Science (Halal Laws) (By Research)
Master of Halal Science (Halal Management) (By Coursework & Dissertation)
Master of Halal Science (Halal Laws) (By Coursework & Dissertation)
Master of Halal Science (By Coursework)
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY PROGRAMME
PhD in Halal Science (Halal Management)
PhD in Halal Science (Halal Laws)
Entry requirements
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
FOR
BACHELOR DEGREE AND HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES
UNIVERSITI ISLAM SULTAN SHARIF ALI
Applications are invited from qualified candidates for admission to the programmes offered. To be considered for admission, applicants must satisfy the general entry requirements and specific entry requirements as set for each programme.
Applicants must note that fulfilling the general entry requirements and specific entry requirements does not guarantee entry into UNISSA’s programmes as admission to all programmes is competitive and limited subject to availability of spaces.
GENERAL NOTES
- Universiti Islam Sultan Sharif Ali reserves the right to reject applications which are incomplete, received after the closing date or containing false information.
- Only shortlisted / successful candidates will be contacted.
- Only qualifications from a University / Institution / Examination Board recognised by the University Senate will be considered.
- For entry to first degree programmes only Sijil Tinggi Pelajaran Ugama Brunei (STPUB) and Brunei-Cambridge GCE ‘A’ Level qualifications or equivalent qualifications obtained in not more than 3 sittingswill be considered.
- Applicants with other equivalent qualification such as Higher National Diploma (HND) may be considered subject to fulfilling the entry requirement set by the programme they have applied for.
- General Paper and English as a Second Language will not be considered as Advanced Level subjects.
- The London GCE ‘O’ Level Malay will not be considered.
- Applicants who do not meet the normal entry requirements may be consideredfor admission to first degree programmes as mature applicants subject to the requirements set by the University as set out below.
- Applicants must satisfy other requirements as set by faculties in Universiti Islam Sultan Sharif Ali from time to time.
- Required to go through prescribed medical fitness examination and must be certified as fit to join the programme.
- If deemed necessary, applicants may also be required to attend an interview conducted by the relevant faculty.
GENERAL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR ENGLISH MEDIUM PROGRAMMES
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Grade |
Points |
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A* |
140 |
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A |
120 |
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B |
100 |
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C |
80 |
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D |
60 |
- Points will be allocated to ‘A’ Level grades according to the following scheme, which is based on that used by the University Colleges Admission Services (UCAS), United Kingdom. Advanced Subsidiary (AS) Level qualifications are not awarded points in the UNISSA scheme and are not taken into account when determining acceptable qualifications for entry to UNISSA.
- For English Medium programmes, applicants must have at least a credit 6in English Language at GCE ‘O’ Level Examination or a grade ‘C’ in IGCSE English (as a Second Language) or an IELTS score of 0 or a TOEFL minimum overall score of 550.
- Passed Primary School Religious Certificate (Sijil Sekolah-Sekolah Rendah Ugama Brunei) examination or its equivalent including Penilaian Sekolah Rendah Certificate examination for applicants from Institut Tahfiz al-Qur’an Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah (ITQSHHB) and Arabic Schools, or equivalent qualifications recognised by University Senate.
- Pass al-Qur’an al-Karim recitation test conducted by the University.
Bachelor of Halal Science
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A’ Level or STPUB Qualification or its equivalent |
A minimum of 160 points for two (2) ‘A’ Level relevant subjects or 200 for (3) relevant subjects preferably Shariah not exceeding three (3) years of last examination with a minimum of grade D; or Passed Sijil Tinggi Pelajaran Ugama Brunei (STPUB) examination or its equivalent with an average grade ‘Jayyid’. |
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GCE ‘O’ Level or its equivalent |
At least a credit 6 in English Language at GCE ‘O’ Level examination of a grade ‘C’ in IGCSE English (as a Second Language) or an IELTS score of 6.0 or a TOEFL minimum overall score of 550. |
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International Baccalaureate |
At least 24 points including a minimum of 5, 5, 4 in any relevant subjects at the higher level. Accepted subjects will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.. |
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Diploma Qualification |
A Higher National Diploma (HND) / Foundation Degree / Advanced Diploma Qualification or equivalent from institutions recognised by the University Senate who have obtained at least ‘Merit’ passes in 5 subjects relevant to the degree programme to which admission is being sought may be considered. |
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Mature Applicants |
At least three (3) years of working experience in related fields with 1 ‘A’ Level or at least five (5) years with 4 ‘O’ Levels in any relevant subject. Applicants may sit for the English Proficiency Test (EPT) conducted by the faculty. |
Personnel
DIRECTOR
- Profesor Madya Dr Nurdeng Deuraseh
Ph.D (Islamic Civilisation);
M.A (Islamic Science), ISTAC;
B.A (Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Heritage) International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia;
Post Doctoral Researcher: Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies, UK & Walailak University, Thailand.
E-Mail: nurdeng.deuraseh@unissa.edu.bn
Telephone: +673 2462000
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
- Pg. Dr Hjh Norkhairiah binti Pg Hj Hashim
E-Mail: norkhairiah.hashim@unissa.edu.bn
Telephone: Tel: 2462000
LECTURER
- Dayang Hajah Norliza binti Dato Haji Mahalle
E-Mail: norliza.mahalle@unissa.edu.bn
Telephone: Tel: 2462000
LECTURER
- Dr. Zeiad Amjad Abdulrazzak Aghwan
E-Mail: @unissa.edu.bn
Telephone: Tel: 2462000
FELLOW RESEARCHER
- Profesor Emeritus Dato’ Dr Sayyid Muhammad Aqiel bin Ali Al-Mahdaly
PhD (Islamic Philosophy) ‘Ain Shams University, Egypt;
M.A (Creed and Philosophy);
M.A Literature (Philosophy);
B.A (Creed and Philosophy) al-Azhar University, Egypt;
B.A in Usuluddin, IAIN Alauddin, Indonesia.
E-Mail: mahayuddin.yahaia @unissa.edu.bn
Telephone: Tel: 2462000
FELLOW RESEARCHER
- Professor Dr Haji Mahayuddin bin Haji Yahaia
Ph.D (Islamic History and Civilisation);
M.A (Islamic History and Civilisation) University of Exeter, United Kingdom;
B.A (Arabic and Islamic Studies) Cairo University, Egypt;
Dip.Ed (Islamic Education) Ain Shams University, Egypt.
E-Mail: mahayuddin.yahaia@unissa.edu.bn
Telephone: +673 2462000 ext. 472
FELLOW RESEARCHER
- Dr Haji Abdurrahman Raden Aji Haqqi
Ph.D (Philosophy of Islamic Law of Transactions);
MCL (Principles of Islamic Jurisprudence) International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia;
B.A (Fiqh and Usul al-Fiqh) Kuwait University, Kuwait.
E-Mail: abdurrahman.haqqi @unissa.edu.bn
Telephone: +673 2462000 ext. 469
FELLOW RESEARCHER
- Dr Azme bin Haji Matali
Ph.D (Islamic Banking) University of Malaya, Malaysia;
M.A (Economic and Islamic Banking) Yarmouk University, Jordan;
B.A (Shariah and Law) al-Azhar University, Egypt.
E-Mail: abdurrahman.haqqi @unissa.edu.bn
Telephone: +673 2462000 ext. 182
FELLOW RESEARCHER
- Dr Hajah Mas Nooraini binti Haji Mohiddin
Ph.D (Islamic Finance) Durham University, United Kingdom;
M.A (Islamic Studies) National University of Malaysia, Malaysia;
B.A (Shariah) al-Azhar University, Egypt.
E-Mail: masnooraini.mohiddin @unissa.edu.bn
Telephone: +673 2462000 ext. 401
FELLOW RESEARCHER
- Dayang Suaad binti Dr Haji Serbini
M.A (Fiqh of Marriage) International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia;
B.A (Shariah) University of Brunei Darussalam, Negara Brunei Darussalam.
E-Mail: dygsuaad.drhjserbini@unissa.edu.bn
Telephone: +673 2462000
FELLOW RESEARCHER
- Dr Hakimah binti Haji Yaacob
PhD in Law (IIUM); MA in Comparative Laws, (IIUM), BA of Law (IIUM), BA (Shariah), IIUM; Diploma Victimology, Tokiwa University, Japan
E-Mail: hakimah.yaacob @unissa.edu.bn
Telephone: +673 2462000
FELLOW RESEARCHER
- Nor Surilawana binti Haji Sulaiman
E-Mail: surilawana.sulaiman@unissa.edu.bn
Telephone: +673 2462000
FELLOW RESEARCHER
- Raihana binti Mohd Raffi
E-Mail: raihana.raffi@unissa.edu.bn
Telephone: +673 2462000
I-READY OFFICER
- Dk Norhakimah binti Pg Hj Othman
E-Mail:norhakimah.othman@unissa.edu.bn
Telephone: +673 2462000 Ext 313
CLERK
-
Md Hafizuddin bin Haji Madoon
E-Mail: hafizuddin.madoon@unissa.edu.bn
Telephone: +673 2462000 Ext 313
Contact Info
Centre for Halalan Tayyiban Research Office
Universiti Islam Sultan Sharif Ali
Spg 347, Jalan Pasar Baharu Gadong
BE 1310 Negara Brunei Darussalam.
Tel: +673 2462000 | Ext 313
E-Mail: PPHT@unissa.edu.bn
