HISTORY

UMRAN – Journal of Islamic and Civilizational Studies (e-ISSN: 2289-8204), formerly known as the International Journal of Islamic and Civilizational Studies, is a peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal published by UTM Press and managed by the Academy of Islamic Civilization, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia.

The journal commenced publication in 2014, with an initial frequency of three (3) issues per year (March, July, and November). UMRAN was established to provide a dedicated scholarly platform for the publication and dissemination of research in Islamic and civilizational studies, with particular emphasis on the intellectual, cultural, social, economic, legal, and spiritual dimensions of Islam and Muslim societies, examined through interdisciplinary and contemporary perspectives.

UMRAN publishes original research articles, conceptual papers, theoretical analyses, critical literature reviews, and book reviews. The journal aims to uphold high standards of academic quality, originality, and ethical publication practices through a rigorous peer-review process. Contributions are welcomed from academics, researchers, and practitioners at both national and international levels.

Published under UTM Press (Penerbit UTM Press) and supported institutionally by Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, UMRAN reflects the university’s commitment to advancing research excellence and promoting scholarly discourse in Islamic and civilizational studies.

Leadership and Editorial Legacy

UMRAN’s editorial development has been shaped by strong academic leadership since its establishment. The journal’s first Editor-in-Chief was Professor Dr. Kamaruzaman bin Yusof, who at the time served as the Dean of the Faculty of Islamic Civilization, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia. His leadership laid the foundation for the journal’s scholarly vision, editorial governance, and academic integrity.

The editorial leadership was subsequently succeeded by Associate Professor Dr. Mohd Fauzi Abu Hussin, who further strengthened the journal’s editorial standards, interdisciplinary scope, and strategic development.

Through this continuity of academic leadership, UMRAN has sustained its mission as a reputable scholarly journal and continues to contribute meaningfully to the advancement of Islamic and civilizational studies.

Publication Frequency

UMRAN is published online with a frequency of three (3) issues per year (March, July, and November).