About the Journal

International Journal of Islamic Studies UK (IJOIS)

The International Journal of Islamic Studies UK (IJOIS) is an international peer-reviewed academic journal based in the United Kingdom dedicated to promoting high-quality scholarly research in Islamic studies and related interdisciplinary fields. The journal provides a global platform for researchers, academicians, legal scholars, Islamic jurists, and intellectuals to contribute original and impactful research addressing both classical Islamic scholarship and contemporary global issues.

IJOIS publishes original research articles, review papers, book reviews, and analytical studies in areas including Islamic law, Shariah, Quranic studies, Hadith studies, Islamic economics, Islamic civilization, comparative religion, ethics, contemporary Muslim societies, and interdisciplinary Islamic scholarship.

The journal seeks to bridge traditional Islamic knowledge with modern legal, social, economic, ethical, and technological developments while encouraging constructive academic dialogue between Eastern and Western scholarly traditions.

Focus and Scope

The journal welcomes scholarly contributions in the following fields:

  • Islamic Law and Jurisprudence (Fiqh & Usul al-Fiqh)
  • Quranic Studies and Tafsir
  • Hadith and Sunnah Studies
  • Islamic Theology and Philosophy
  • Islamic Economics and Islamic Finance
  • Comparative Law and Shariah
  • Human Rights and Islamic Perspectives
  • Islamic Banking and Commercial Law
  • Islamic History and Civilization
  • Islamic Education and Ethics
  • Contemporary Issues in Muslim Societies
  • Interfaith and Civilizational Dialogue
  • Islamic Thought and Intellectual Traditions
  • Digital Ethics and Islam
  • Contemporary Fatwa Studies
  • Islamic Governance and Public Policy

Open Access Policy

IJOIS follows an open access policy to support the global exchange of knowledge and academic research. All published articles are freely accessible online immediately upon publication without subscription or access charges.

The journal believes that open access enhances the visibility, accessibility, and impact of scholarly research for researchers, students, institutions, and policymakers worldwide.

Peer Review Process

All submissions to IJOIS undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process to ensure academic quality, originality, relevance, and ethical integrity. Manuscripts are evaluated by qualified experts in the relevant field before publication decisions are made.

Copyright Notice

Authors who publish with IJOIS retain the copyright of their work while granting the journal the right of first publication. Authors are responsible for ensuring the originality of their submissions and obtaining permission for any copyrighted materials used in their manuscripts.

The opinions expressed in published articles are solely those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the journal, editors, or publisher.

Publication Ethics and Malpractice Statement

IJOIS is committed to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics and academic integrity. The journal follows internationally recognized ethical publishing principles concerning plagiarism, originality, data integrity, authorship, confidentiality, and conflict of interest.

Any form of plagiarism, duplicate submission, data fabrication, or unethical conduct is strictly prohibited.

Sponsorship Disclosure

Currently, the journal operates independently and is committed to maintaining editorial neutrality, academic freedom, and transparency in all publication processes.

Archiving Policy

The journal supports long-term digital preservation and archiving of published content. IJOIS aims to utilize recognized archival systems and institutional repositories to ensure permanent accessibility and preservation of scholarly publications.

Privacy Statement

The names, email addresses, and personal information entered on this journal site will be used exclusively for the stated purposes of the journal and will not be made available for any other purpose or to any third party.

Journal History

The International Journal of Islamic Studies UK (IJOIS) was established to provide an international academic platform for advancing contemporary Islamic scholarship and interdisciplinary research. The journal aspires to contribute meaningfully to global academic discourse by promoting authentic, balanced, and research-driven Islamic studies scholarship.