The Integration of Islamic Religious Education Values in Higher Education: Strategies for Fostering a Character-Building Generation

Authors

  • Ririn Khairunnisa Politeknik Negeri Tanah Laut
  • Dhia Alfa Della Politeknik Negeri Tanah Laut
  • Uswatun Hasanah Politeknik Negeri Tanah Laut
  • Taufik Abdullah At Tamimi Politeknik Negeri Tanah Laut

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18592/tarbiyah.v15i2.16494

Keywords:

Integration, Education, Character, Moral Value

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to identify strategies for integrating Islamic Religious Education values in higher education institutions as an effort to develop a generation with strong character. The method employed in this study is library research through the collection of secondary data derived from books, scientific articles, and other relevant sources. The data were analyzed qualitatively to examine concepts, implementation practices, and alternative approaches to integrating these values within both academic and non-academic environments. The findings indicate that the integration of Islamic Religious Education values can be implemented through curriculum development, learning practices, the cultivation of campus culture, extracurricular activities, Islamic-based community service programs, and the utilization of technology and digital media. The implications of this study emphasize the importance of synergy among educators, institutions, and society in continuously internalizing Islamic Religious Education values to produce a generation that is knowledgeable in both faith and piety (Iman and Taqwa) and science and technology, while making positive contributions to the nation.

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2026-06-09

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Khairunnisa, R., Della, D. A., Hasanah, U., & At Tamimi, T. A. (2026). The Integration of Islamic Religious Education Values in Higher Education: Strategies for Fostering a Character-Building Generation. Tarbiyah : Jurnal Ilmiah Kependidikan, 15(2). https://doi.org/10.18592/tarbiyah.v15i2.16494

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